With Google Glass paving the way for wearable technology, it comes as no surprise to hear that Samsung might be developing its own wearable technology that may one day compete with Google Glass. Based on a design patent registered with the Korean Intellectual Property Rights Information Service, Samsung aims to have the glasses link with a smartphone to provide display alerts and offers easy control.
Samsung's heads-up display comes with integrated speakers for listening to music and taking calls while the user is preoccupied with other activities such as lifting weights or cooking. Furthermore, the memo states that the device features a lens that is either translucent or transparent.
Looking at the diagram of Samsung's alleged Google Glass competitor, it seems that the two aren't much different in design. Furthermore, the the functionality of both devices appear to be similar.
However, unlike Google Glass, the Samsung device is aiming to be more "sporty," so we're guessing the device might look less geeky and more attractive.
Already, Samsung has released its first wearable gadget in the form of the Galaxy Gear. This sports watch by the South Korean giant is designed to work in conjunction with the company's line of Galaxy smartphones, which is similar to how the alleged Google Glass works.
We are certain this wearable gadget glass by Samsung will launch outside of the test labs as it is quite apparent that this is the next step in consumer electronics. Samsung wouldn't want to be left behind in this space. Or rather, the company doesn't want Apple to have the upper hand once more, as it doesn't want to play catch up.
However, Samsung isn't the only company reportedly working on a Google Glass-type device. An earlier report claimed that Microsoft is working on its own device, and it is currently in testing. Reportedly, Microsoft has asked quite a few component suppliers to supply cameras and other key components to get this device off the ground. However, there is a chance that the software giant might never allow this device to see mass production.
