The world is still waiting to see what Google really plans to do with Google Glass. We have heard of augmented reality, gamification, among others, but will it fit the lifestyle of techie-end users? A peek into what the wearable technology might look like integrated with a regular pair of glasses was posted online by Brian Matiash, an employee of the search engine giant. The images were soon removed but not soon enough.
Matiash works as the community manager of Google+ Photos. Based on the images posted by the Syracuse University master's degree holder, the Google Glass seem to have a slot where users can fit the temple of their prescription glasses. How the high-tech gadget will be secured to the traditional frame is not yet clear.
According to a report on tech blog Phandroid, which was among the first to scoop the story, "Glass will need to be made specifically for Glass, with one side attaching to the main unit. This means if you were hoping to bring your current favorite pair of eyeglasses with you, they likely wont have a proper Glass fitment."
Another possibility will be to have a custom frame coming with the Glass but this will require certain adjustments to properly fit the user. A more practical option will be a snap-on design. There are also speculations that a screw can be used to attached a regular pair of eyeglasses to the wearable technology device.
The leaked images surfaced amid news that invitations were sent by Google to Explorers so they can swap their old version for the updated one.
Google has not commented or issued a statement about the images that appeared on the social media profile of one of their employees.
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