Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2

Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2
Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1
Android platform
Multicore CPU and new artificial intelligence engine
GG2 / glass_v3
Internal model number GG2 and fastboot product name glass_v3
20GB userdata partition with 32GB eMMC flash storage listed
Wireless Setup
Wi-Fi (802.11d), BLE, Bluetooth HFP
Fast Pair and QR code setup
USB-C Charging
Supports faster charging with Fast Charge via USB-C
Improved Power Delivery while hinged and 820 mAh battery are listed
Inputs and Sensors
Touchpad gestures and tap-to-wake
Hinge sensor, voice commands, camera button
Enterprise Software
Enterprise Companion Application
Glass Launcher, Glass Settings, Google Meet on Glass
Model and Product Details
- Brand / Product: Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2
- Product description: Hands-free productivity for enterprise
- Internal / fastboot identifiers: GG2 /
glass_v3 - Form factor: Foldable design with a functional hinge and TI band
- Management baseline: Android Enterprise Mobile Device Management
- Development path: Build new applications or migrate from Enterprise Edition 1
- Launch price (RRP, listed): $999 USD
- Launch date (listed): 20 May 2019
- Developer kit components listed: Glass Pod and Titanium Band
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Platform | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 |
| CPU | Multicore CPU |
| Engine | New artificial intelligence engine |
| Operating System | Android; Android-based (Standard Build IDs) |
| Display | 640 x 360 pixel RGB (Optical Reflective Display Module) |
| Memory / Storage | 3GB LPDDR4 RAM; 32GB eMMC Flash storage |
| Storage | 20GB userdata partition |
| Port | USB-C (supports faster charging) |
| Battery | 820 mAh; increased overall battery life |
| Charging | Fast Charging (consistent while hinged); improved Power Delivery |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (802.11d, QR code setup), BLE, Bluetooth HFP, Fast Pair |
| Capabilities | Computer vision, advanced machine learning, first person video streaming, collaboration features |
| Management | Android Enterprise Mobile Device Management |
| Durability | IP53 rated |
| Thermal Management | Thermal engine enabled with fine-tuned performance |
Physical Structure
- Device type: Small, lightweight wearable computer
- Display: Transparent display
- Form factor: Foldable design with a functional hinge and TI band
- Dimensions (unfolded): 212 mm x 57 mm x 29 mm
- Weight: 46g (Glass Pod only); ~51g (with Titanium Frame)
- Safety frame note: Partnered with Smith Optics for manufacturing floors and maintenance facilities
- Developer kit materials listed: Glass and Titanium
Camera & Audio System
Capture and audio
- Camera: Improved camera performance and quality
- Camera hardware: 8MP sensor, 80° FOV, supports 1080p 30fps video
- Camera application: Dedicated Glass EE Camera application
- Streaming / collaboration: First person video streaming and collaboration features
- Audio hardware: Mono speaker (behind the ear) and 3 near-field beam-forming microphones
- Audio behaviour: Concurrent sessions
- Voice-recognition audio note: Volume gain on
VOICE_RECOGNITION - Text-to-speech: Google TTS (Offline)
Inputs
- Touchpad: Swipe back, forward, tap, down, up, and two-finger swipes
- Hinge sensor: Supports Don/Doff
- Voice commands: API support, dynamic list reloading, speech recognition biasing for keywords
- Camera button: Supports press and long press
- Tap-to-wake: Wake device via touchpad functionality
Platform & Features
- Hands-free use: Hands-free access to information and tools
- Deployment: Easier to develop for and deploy (Android-based)
- Integration: Integration with existing services and APIs
- Enterprise Companion Application: Manages Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Volume, Brightness, Language, Time zone, and OTA System Updates
- Glass Launcher: Specialised UI for application management
- Glass Settings: Card-based UI for Battery, Connectivity, Volume, Brightness, and Factory Reset
- Provisioning: QR code provisioning and setup flow with language selection
- Video communication: Google Meet on Glass
- Speech UI: Speech-to-text UI (English and multiple locales)
- Hinge Auto Shutdown: Automatic shutdown when hinged (default 4-hour timeout)
- Language support: English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and others via TTS
Preinstalled Applications
- Glass Launcher
- Glass Settings
- Glass Camera
- Glass Gallery
- Google Meet on Glass
- Demo Call Centre application
- Google Text-to-Speech engine
- Enterprise Companion Application
Support Status
| Status Item | Date / Detail |
|---|---|
| End of sale | 15 March 2023 |
| End of support | 15 September 2023 |
| Current status | Archived as a reference for developers maintaining apps |
Resources
- Help Centre
- Development Guide
- Deployment guidelines
- Glass Enterprise Support
- Release notes
Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 - Summary
Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 is an Android-based enterprise wearable computer built on Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1, with a 640 x 360 RGB display, 3GB LPDDR4 RAM, 32GB eMMC flash storage, an 8MP camera, USB-C fast charging, and GG2 /
glass_v3identifiers.
| Launch Price (RRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$999 |