It is being reported that Samsung’s highly-rumored smart glasses will be making their appearance soon. A new report from the Korea Times cites an unnamed Samsung official who claims the company is presently developing a Google Glass competitor, which will make its big reveal at the IFA trade show (Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin) this September in Germany. An official for Samsung is quoted commenting on Samsung being a leader in new markets by steadily releasing items and showing concern of wearable tech not being profitable. "wearable devices can’t generate profits immediately. Steady releases of devices are showing our firm commitment as a leader in new markets," said the Samsung official.
The Samsung official also told the Korea Times that "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." The technology is very similar to the Google Glass. It will pair with your smartphone and be worn on eyeglass frames so that you’re no more than a glance from checking the weather, emails or sending a text message.
According to Business Insider the Samsung rep also added that "smart glasses will widely be used in cars and trucks. Self-tinting glass, self-cleaning glass, self-healing glass and automotive display glass are the things. Latest trends in automotive infotainment systems are urging Samsung, Google and Sony to put more resources into smart glasses." This is the latest news we have for Samsung’s supposed wearable tech since the company registered the patent for “Galaxy Glass” in Korea.
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