Should Google Glasses be Banned?

Google Glasses Should Be Banned.Presentation By: Alaina RoaneCIS 1055 Section 002Introduction to my PowerPoint.1What Are Google Glasses?Glasses developed by Google in the Project Glass development project.Use smartphone-like hands free technology.Google Glasses interact via voice commands.

Overview of what Google Glasses Are.2What Can They Do?Features5 megapixel camera720p Video CapabilityWi-Fi12 GB usable memory 16GB flash Memory + Google Cloud StorageBlutoothGPS

Some insight to what Google Glasses offer and what features they have.3Who Are Google Glasses For?Google is targeting their new glasses to anyone who is interestedbut does that mean they are for everyone?Things to Consider:Price: $1,500Not for individuals who already wear glasses.Easily damaged

Who Googles target market is for their new device.4Are Google Glasses Safe?NBC News technology reports that On a help page for its futuristic Glass headgear, Google is warning potential users that it may cause eye strain or a headache, and recommends that children under 13 should not use it.Many states are looking to ban the use of Google Glasses while driving.

Some safety hazards of Google Glasses.5Are Google Glasses an Invasion of Privacy?Some concerns have been raise about issues of privacy regarding Google Glasses due to:Secret video recording Secret photo takingSecret voice recordingGoogles response to these claims: "We are not making any comment,"-Google Spokesperson

Addressing the potential privacy issues Google Glasses violate. And Googles response to these issues.6Potential Issues?People can use theses glasses to stalk other people.Individuals could have photographs and video taken of them without their permission.Google Glasses could increase a persons chances of being in an automobile accident.Google Glasses could harm an individuals ocular development.Some argue that Google Glasses violate no texting while driving laws.

What issues Google Glasses can cause in everyday life.7Potential Issues? Cont.True to its name and making a point, the 5 Point Cafe in tech-forward Seattle has preemptivelybannedthe device's use, while other opponents are gearing up for a political fight. I actually like the idea of the product and I believe it is the future, but last legislature we worked long and hard on a no-texting-and-driving law, said RepublicanGary Howell, West Virginia, who is proposing a ban on the device.Opinion of how Google Glasses can violate certain states No texting while driving laws.8

Picture of the Ban Google Glasses sign.9Where have Google Glasses Already Been Banned?BarsStrip ClubsMovie TheatersCasinosCars

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/10/google-glass-banned_n_3039935.htmlFor more specific cases click on the link below!Some places that have already banned Google Glasses. And a link to an article that supports this idea.10SummaryIn conclusion Google Glasses are not a safe item as of now. They are a great idea but there needs to be better execution of the product.

There also needs to be certain policies in place to protect the right of privacy for everyone.

Google GlassesSummary of why I believe Google Glasses should be banned.11References"4 Problems Google Glasses Have To Solve Before Becoming A Hit." Co.Design. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Apr. 2013. . "Google Glass Foes Highlight Rising Privacy Concerns." Google Glass Foes Highlight Rising Privacy Concerns. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. . "Google Glass Not for Children, May Cause 'eye Strain,' Reads Warning." NBC News. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Apr. 2013. .

References12References"Got Glass? Get Out: Where Are We Supposed to Use Googles Awesome New Tool?" Digital Trends. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. . Isaacson, Betsy. "5 Places Google Glass Has Already Been Banned." The Huffington Post. TheHuffingtonPost.com, 10 Apr. 2013. Web. 20 Apr. 2013. . "Mashable." Mashable. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Apr. 2013. . Peckham, Matt, and Matt Peckham. "Should We Really Ban Google Glass While Driving? | TIME.com." Time. Time, n.d. Web. 17 Apr. 2013. .

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