Glass Explorer Edition by Google – Specifications

Introducing the Google Glass Explorer Edition, released in 2013 Feb 27. Designed by Google and manufactured by Foxconn, this Head-mounted Display (HMD) is ideal for those who value .

The device features a Color TN-TFT LCD display with a size of and a resolution of providing a pixel density of PPI. It operates on ensuring smooth performance with its clocked at 1200 MHz.

Noteworthy attributes include:

  • Storage and Memory: 1024 MiB RAM,682 MiB user accessible RAM, supported by a 15259 MiB non-volatile,12100 MiB free user storage internal storage.
  • Camera Capabilities: 2592x1944 pixel main sensor, capable of recording videos at .
  • Connectivity and Extras: with support for bands and advanced connectivity through and .
  • Power: Equipped with a battery, offering a capacity of 570 mAh battery.

Available in regions including at a price of .

Full Specifications of Glass Explorer Edition

BrandGoogle
ModelGlass Explorer Edition
Released2013 Feb 27
Hardware DesignerGoogle
ManufacturerFoxconn
General ExtrasBuilt-in projector
Device CategoryHead-mounted Display (HMD)
List of Additional FeaturesProject Glass
DepthN/A
Mass 50 g
1.76 ounces
PlatformGoogle Android
Operating SystemGoogle Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Software ExtrasVoice Command
CPU Clock1200 MHz
CPU Texas Instruments OMAP 4430
2,011
32 bit
dual-core
1024 Kbyte L2
45 nm
IMG PowerVR SGX540 GPU
RAM Typemobile (LP) DDR2 SDRAM
RAM Capacity 1024 MiB RAM
682 MiB user accessible RAM
Non-volatile Memory TypeFlash EEPROM
Non-volatile Memory InterfaceYes
Non-volatile Memory Capacity 15259 MiB non-volatile
12100 MiB free user storage
Resolution 640x360
230400 pixels
Display TypeColor TN-TFT LCD display
Display IlluminationYes
Display Light Reflection ModeYes
Display Subpixel SchemeRGB Matrix (3 subpixels)
Scratch Resistant ScreenNo
Graphical ControllerN/A
A/V OutNo
Audio Channel(s)mono
Microphone(s)mono
Audio Output:No
Supported Cellular BandsNo
Sec. Supported Cellular Networks:No
Touch Surface TypeResistive touch sensing surface
Expansion InterfacesNo
USB USB 2.0
USB Hi-Speed (480 Mbps)
USB ServicesUSB charging
USB ConnectorUSB Series Micro-B (Micro-USB)
Bluetooth Yes
Internal antenna
Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11g
Internal antenna
FM Radio ReceiverNo
Supported GPS protocol(s)No
Camera PlacementRear
Camera Image SensorCMOS
Camera Resolution2592x1944 pixel
Number of effective pixels5.0 MP camera
Zoom1.0 x optical zoom
Recordable Image FormatsJPG
Video Recording 1280x720 pixel
30 fps
Recordable Video FormatsYes
FlashNo
Aux. Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 2 Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 3 Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 4 Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 4 Camera FocusNo
Secondary Camera SensorNo
Sec. Aux. Cam. Image SensorNo
Sec. Aux. 2 Cam. Image SensorNo
Built-in compassYes
Built-in accelerometerYes
Built-in gyroscope3D (3-axis) gyro
Additional sensors Light intensity sensor
Proximity sensor
Protection from solid materialsYes
Protection from liquidsYes
Battery Lithium-ion polymer (LiPo)
built-in
1-cell
Nominal Cell Capacity (1st cell)570 mAh cell
Nominal Battery Capacity570 mAh battery

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