Google Glass is about to see some stiff competition. Samsung plans to launch its first smart glass technology, Galaxy Glass, this fall.
Galaxy Glass will be released in September at the 9th annual edition of the IFA Global Press Conference in Berlin, according to Korea Times.
In 2013, the company introduced the Galaxy Gear smartwatch at the same event and the device went on sale in the same year. Based on that timeline, Samsung could begin selling Galaxy Glass by the end of 2014.
"The reason is simple. The market potential for smart glass is huge. It will be used in trucks, cars and has a greater impact on related industries such as glass- and coatings-makers," said an unnamed official from Samsung Electronics.
The device is expected to connect with Galaxy smartphones to display alerts and other notifications. Users will also be able to take a phone call while listening to their favorite tracks.
"The new smart glass to be introduced by Samsung is a new concept of wearable device that can lead to an exciting culture of communication. The smart glass will present our aim to lead the new market with proven capability. Wearable devices can't generate profits immediately. Steady releases of devices are showing our firm commitment as a leader in new markets," the official said.
The year 2014 might be the year for smart glasses. There are rumors that Microsoft is also working on a smart glass device designed for gaming and regular use.
