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| − | iGlasses is the nickname for Apple’s own research into smartglasses. Not much is known about the project. It is rumoured that Apple works on their own prototype in secrecy or that they set the project aside while they focus on other, already profitable products.<ref>Apple iGlass: the augmented reality glasses to kill casual conversation http://www.techradar.com/news/computing/apple/apple-iglass-the-augmented-reality-glasses-to-kill-casual-conversation-1108905 (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> The development of Apple’s own smartglasses was not completely halted, though. In May 2015, The company acquired the AR reality start-up Metaio. | + | iGlasses is the nickname for Apple’s own research into smartglasses. Not much is known about the project. It is rumoured that Apple works on their own prototype in secrecy or that they set the project aside while they focus on other, already profitable products.<ref>Apple iGlass: the augmented reality glasses to kill casual conversation http://www.techradar.com/news/computing/apple/apple-iglass-the-augmented-reality-glasses-to-kill-casual-conversation-1108905 (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> The development of Apple’s own smartglasses was not completely halted, though. In May 2015, The company acquired the AR reality start-up Metaio.<ref>Apple Acquires Augmented Reality Company Metaio http://techcrunch.com/2015/05/28/apple-metaio/ (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> Metaio is a well established company with extensive AR know-how that could help Apple in building their own device in the future.<ref>Apple's Latest Acquisition Shows It's Serious About Augmented Reality http://readwrite.com/2015/05/29/apple-metaio-augmented-reality (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> |
== Main characteristics == | == Main characteristics == | ||
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| − | Due to iGlasses being still a speculation, there is but a small amount of information available about it. All media outlets refer to a single patent from 2012 | + | Due to iGlasses being still a speculation, there is but a small amount of information available about it. All media outlets refer to a single patent from 2012<ref>APPLE INC. (CUPERTINO, CA). Peripheral treatment for head-mounted displays. http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=%2Fnetahtml%2FPTO%2Fsearch-adv.htm&r=17&p=1&f=G&l=50&d=PTXT&S1=%2820120703.PD.+AND+Apple.ASNM.%29&OS=ISD/07/03/2012+AND+AN/Apple&RS=%28ISD/20120703+AND+AN/Apple%29 (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> that roughly describes Apple’s future AR device. |
The patent is rather vague and only shows that Apple has yet to manufacture a finished, functioning device. Although, the patent does describe a number of specific elements. The device will have two displays, one for each of the user’s eye but rather than displaying the image directly on the displays, it will be projected onto the glasses from the frame. The desired FOV is envisioned to be as close as possible to natural human FOV. The device will feature an external processing unit and memory connected to the glasses. | The patent is rather vague and only shows that Apple has yet to manufacture a finished, functioning device. Although, the patent does describe a number of specific elements. The device will have two displays, one for each of the user’s eye but rather than displaying the image directly on the displays, it will be projected onto the glasses from the frame. The desired FOV is envisioned to be as close as possible to natural human FOV. The device will feature an external processing unit and memory connected to the glasses. | ||
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As for the controls, the patent does not mention anything specific apart from a range of generic means of control of the connected processing unit. There is no mention of a gestural interface and the only mentioned hands-free way of operating the device is voice control. iGlasess should also feature audio speakers. | As for the controls, the patent does not mention anything specific apart from a range of generic means of control of the connected processing unit. There is no mention of a gestural interface and the only mentioned hands-free way of operating the device is voice control. iGlasess should also feature audio speakers. | ||
| − | iGlasses are said to be in development since 2006. Apple’s ex-chair of the iPod division Tony Fadell claims that working on iGlasses was the “craziest concept” he ever worked on and that Apple already made a number of prototypes. | + | iGlasses are said to be in development since 2006. Apple’s ex-chair of the iPod division Tony Fadell claims that working on iGlasses was the “craziest concept” he ever worked on and that Apple already made a number of prototypes.<ref name="businsider1">Former Exec Says Apple Started Developing 'iGlasses,' A Google Glass Competitor, In 2006 http://www.businessinsider.com/apple-iglasses-2013-9 (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> |
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=== Purpose === | === Purpose === | ||
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| − | Mainly for entertainment - Fadell also | + | Mainly for entertainment - Fadell also mentioned that Apple want the device to be a new way of consuming media.<ref>Apple's iGlasses Are Real. Here's Why You Might Never See Them https://www.fastcodesign.com/3018060/apples-iglasses-are-real-heres-why-you-might-never-see-them (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> |
=== Company & People === | === Company & People === | ||
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* Already announced or expected dates of release, release of past prototypes, versions and so on. | * Already announced or expected dates of release, release of past prototypes, versions and so on. | ||
| − | * In development since 2006. | + | * In development since 2006.<ref name="businsider1"></ref> |
* Patented granted in 2012. | * Patented granted in 2012. | ||
| − | * Rumoured not to be released in the upcoming 10 years. | + | * Rumoured not to be released in the upcoming 10 years.<ref>Apple Glass: venturing into augmented reality http://www.geeksnack.com/2015/03/20/apple-glass-venturing-into-augmented-reality/ (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> |
* Availability for public has yet to be announced. | * Availability for public has yet to be announced. | ||
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== Public & Media Impact and Presentation == | == Public & Media Impact and Presentation == | ||
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| − | The device did not generate much hype apart from the news after Apple was granted the | + | The device did not generate much hype apart from the news after Apple was granted the aforementioned patent.<ref>Apple iGlasses Coming Soon? New Patent Reveals Rival To Google's Project Glass http://www.ibtimes.com/apple-iglasses-coming-soon-new-patent-reveals-rival-googles-project-glass-721486 (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> Apples itself is not making any advertisement and since 2012, the media focus shifted to other devices instead. A few media outlets criticise Apple for not being innovative and that they should release information about the rumoured iGlasses as soon as possible to stay competitive with other similar devices.<ref>COHEN, Peter. Never mind the Apple Watch: Where's Apple Glass? IMore [online]. 2015, Jan 28 http://www.imore.com/never-mind-apple-watch-where-are-apple-glasses (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)</ref> |
== Public Policy == | == Public Policy == | ||
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Revision as of 14:04, 21 July 2015
iGlasses is the nickname for Apple’s own research into smartglasses. Not much is known about the project. It is rumoured that Apple works on their own prototype in secrecy or that they set the project aside while they focus on other, already profitable products.[1] The development of Apple’s own smartglasses was not completely halted, though. In May 2015, The company acquired the AR reality start-up Metaio.[2] Metaio is a well established company with extensive AR know-how that could help Apple in building their own device in the future.[3]
Contents
Main characteristics
Due to iGlasses being still a speculation, there is but a small amount of information available about it. All media outlets refer to a single patent from 2012[4] that roughly describes Apple’s future AR device.
The patent is rather vague and only shows that Apple has yet to manufacture a finished, functioning device. Although, the patent does describe a number of specific elements. The device will have two displays, one for each of the user’s eye but rather than displaying the image directly on the displays, it will be projected onto the glasses from the frame. The desired FOV is envisioned to be as close as possible to natural human FOV. The device will feature an external processing unit and memory connected to the glasses.
A feature that sets it apart from other similar devices is the active color correction of the peripheral part of the visual field. Apple plans to have the frame of the displays outlined with yet unspecified light sources that will actively change the color of the edges of the translucent display to match the colors of the information displayed. Whether the virtual elements will have the ability to be anchored to the real elements of the original scene was not specified. Although, the recent acquisition of Metaio (2015) could mean that this will be possible.
As for the controls, the patent does not mention anything specific apart from a range of generic means of control of the connected processing unit. There is no mention of a gestural interface and the only mentioned hands-free way of operating the device is voice control. iGlasess should also feature audio speakers.
iGlasses are said to be in development since 2006. Apple’s ex-chair of the iPod division Tony Fadell claims that working on iGlasses was the “craziest concept” he ever worked on and that Apple already made a number of prototypes.[5]
Purpose
Mainly for entertainment - Fadell also mentioned that Apple want the device to be a new way of consuming media.[6]
Company & People
Important Dates
- Already announced or expected dates of release, release of past prototypes, versions and so on.
- In development since 2006.[5]
- Patented granted in 2012.
- Rumoured not to be released in the upcoming 10 years.[7]
- Availability for public has yet to be announced.
Ethical Issues
Health Risks
Enhancement/Therapy/Treatment
Public & Media Impact and Presentation
The device did not generate much hype apart from the news after Apple was granted the aforementioned patent.[8] Apples itself is not making any advertisement and since 2012, the media focus shifted to other devices instead. A few media outlets criticise Apple for not being innovative and that they should release information about the rumoured iGlasses as soon as possible to stay competitive with other similar devices.[9]
Public Policy
Related Scientific Research
References
- ↑ Apple iGlass: the augmented reality glasses to kill casual conversation http://www.techradar.com/news/computing/apple/apple-iglass-the-augmented-reality-glasses-to-kill-casual-conversation-1108905 (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)
- ↑ Apple Acquires Augmented Reality Company Metaio http://techcrunch.com/2015/05/28/apple-metaio/ (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)
- ↑ Apple's Latest Acquisition Shows It's Serious About Augmented Reality http://readwrite.com/2015/05/29/apple-metaio-augmented-reality (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)
- ↑ APPLE INC. (CUPERTINO, CA). Peripheral treatment for head-mounted displays. http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=%2Fnetahtml%2FPTO%2Fsearch-adv.htm&r=17&p=1&f=G&l=50&d=PTXT&S1=%2820120703.PD.+AND+Apple.ASNM.%29&OS=ISD/07/03/2012+AND+AN/Apple&RS=%28ISD/20120703+AND+AN/Apple%29 (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Former Exec Says Apple Started Developing 'iGlasses,' A Google Glass Competitor, In 2006 http://www.businessinsider.com/apple-iglasses-2013-9 (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)
- ↑ Apple's iGlasses Are Real. Here's Why You Might Never See Them https://www.fastcodesign.com/3018060/apples-iglasses-are-real-heres-why-you-might-never-see-them (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)
- ↑ Apple Glass: venturing into augmented reality http://www.geeksnack.com/2015/03/20/apple-glass-venturing-into-augmented-reality/ (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)
- ↑ Apple iGlasses Coming Soon? New Patent Reveals Rival To Google's Project Glass http://www.ibtimes.com/apple-iglasses-coming-soon-new-patent-reveals-rival-googles-project-glass-721486 (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)
- ↑ COHEN, Peter. Never mind the Apple Watch: Where's Apple Glass? IMore [online]. 2015, Jan 28 http://www.imore.com/never-mind-apple-watch-where-are-apple-glasses (Retrieved Jul 21, 2015)
