Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Google Glass is finally for sale to everyone, sort of.


If you have $1,500 burning a hole in your pocket and don't feel you stand out enough in a socially awkward way, then you're in luck!

Starting yesterday, anyone who wants can buy Google Glass. Originally it was only available to beta testers, but now anyone can buy a pair, although the device itself is still in beta. Not only that, they're only for sale to the general public as long as Google has them in stock. On the other hand, as the linked article states it might be better to wait until official release when they'll be attached to frames from such companies as RayBan and Oakley.

Google refers to people who are testing their glasses as 'Explorers,' but others have less dignified names. So if you don't mind people snarkily referring to you as a 'Glasshole' - something even Google itself doesn't want you to be - and want to give a new technology a try (and are rich), then jump in! You can buy them here. Be aware: the backlash can be severe; we're already seeing signs stating Google Glass is banned in some places.




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