Hands-Free ‘Google Glass’ Frames to Offer Prescription Alternative admin Thursday, January 30, 2014 The Receipt Photo Credit: AP Photo/John Minchillo Google Glass is taking its hands-free computer/internet product to the next level. Originally created as a lense-free frame, the Glass will now function with prescription lenses and sunglasses. The new and improved gadget will be Google’s first version of the product offered to the general public. Initially, Glass was only given to product testers and select users who create apps. Now, if you own a pair of prescription glasses or shades, you can purchase the small gadget for $1,500. If you wear a prescription but do not own frames, you can purchase one of six styles from Google. For $150, you can pick from two selections of sunglasses. For $255, there are four different frames you can chose from and get prescription lenses added at your vision care provider. Glass is pretty dope. For one, the gadget offers wearers the convenience of being hands-free. It works the same as a handheld smartphone. Internet, email, apps, and access to GPS are included. People can also take photos and videos with Glass. Additional functions the consumer will find valuable are Glass’s ability to share photos/videos to Twitter and Facebook, language translation, and recognition of basic voice commands. The health coverage benefit of wearing Glass is Google’s partnership with Vision Service Plan (VSP) insurance. If a persons’ provider accept VSP, they will receive an allowance ranging from $80 to $160 and an on-site training session. Eye-care providers will train patients on how to properly use Glass. IS THIS ANOTHER DISTRACTION FOR CONSUMERS, SPECIFICALLY FOR THOSE THAT DRIVE?
