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2Will Google Glass Be Affordable?
The big question mark right now is whether Google Glass will actually be affordable for today’s consumers who might be interested in the device. Google hasn’t said how much the technology will cost, but since it’s a first run and has so many advanced features, it could be awfully expensive. And that could hold it back.
3How Well Will the Glasses Fit?
Google says that Glass has adjustments that will allow the glasses to fit on just about anyone’s head. But what if the search giant is wrong? Professional optometrists have to make adjustments for nearly every pair of glasses they sell. The fit is extremely important. If Google Glass isn’t comfortable, it will be in deep, deep trouble.
4Google Glass: A Fashion Statement
5Trouble If Google Glass Becomes the Geek’s Favorite
Google Glass is at risk of being the geek’s favorite device, and one that everyone else looks at as an unnecessary joke. Although the people formerly known as “geeks” are now more numerous in number and are actually considered “cool” in social circles, Google Glass might take it a bit too far. And that could hurt the technology.
6A Lack of a Wearable Tech Revolution
7When Will the Glasses Launch?
Google hasn’t put an exact date on when Google Glass will launch. Considering it’s an ideal option for those who are on the road, it might be better for Google to launch Glass in the spring or summer. Then again, Google might want to appeal to the holiday shopping crowd. Either way, Google will have to get the timing right.
8Google Glass Features Aren’t Exactly Lighting the World on Fire
9Application Developers Must Sign Up
Google needs application developers in order to get Google Glass into the hands of more consumers. The open-source-development community is champing at the bit to see what they can do with Google Glass. Google should allow them to do that. The more apps that are available to Google Glass, the better.
10Getting Over the Initial Hype Can Be Difficult
When Google Glass launches, it’ll be all the talk in the industry, and people who buy it will find out just how cool the technology is when they break it out of the box. However, it’s not immediately clear whether Google Glass can stand up over the long haul. Will Google Glass still be useful months down the road? Will it collect dust in its protective case? Google needs to make Glass a true companion for all customers. If it doesn’t, Glass will fail.
11Where’s the Practicality in It?
Perhaps the biggest hurdle Google will need to overcome is proving that Google Glass is even practical. How many people really want to wear eyeglasses that can do all that Google Glass can? Some people will simply find that Google Glass is impractical. And in some ways, they might be right.