Google Glass Review Features: ‘Maps’, ‘Interior Maps’ Offer Ease Of Hands-Free Navigation; ‘Reminder’ Under-Used in Smartphones Could Sync Well With Wearable Device

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Google Glass review features list could change the way you function on a day to day basis. The Glass has more application potential than any of the wearable devices unveiled so far. Google Glass review features have a clear advantage over the Smartphone and wearable gadgets because it doesn't require 'handheld' functionality. For instance, a wink of the eye can take a photograph on Google Glass.

Google Maps

Google Map is a touted as a one of the top Google Glass review features and provides easy driving options with street view. This feature works well because you don't have to look at a separate tool that might distract you from driving. Usually Google Maps are placed on dashboards. Google Maps in the Glass enables the driver to look ahead into the windshield and pay attention to the steering wheel with minimal distraction from the Glass, which has a line of view that is above eye level.

Within street view, you have half and full screens to help you view maps better. It is a fantastic concept in obtaining optimal navigation. Suffice it to say, Google Map will add to the functionality of Google Glass by offering easy driving options. On a head gear Google Map is inconspicuous and simple to use - as long there it is not a driving violation of course. Google Glass will definitely change some laws in most states particularly traffic regulations.

Reminder

Reminders are another feature on the Android OS that could make wearable devices personal smart gadgets. In the future, you might just have to look at a date so that it comes up on the screen. The Reminder feature was also a feature that was under-used in smart phones.

'Remind me' on Google Glass notifies you about a meeting you have scheduled and links your calendar to an event that is important for you to remember.

Interior maps

Available for all Android users, Google brings this feature to the glass, assisting in indoor navigation. One example would be to search for a section in a supermarket using the augmented GPS that detect your location.

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