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Why Google Didn’t Talk About Glass Yesterday
Remember last year’s I/O keynote and all the skydiving and bike riding shenanigans Google pulled? That was fun! Not to mention the big reveal: Google Glass. But if you managed to catch yesterday’s three hour keynote, you probably noticed that Glass was noticeably absent. What’s up with that?
What Kind Of Wallet Do You Carry? Sleek And Slim Or Over-Stuffed?
Zippo, a brand long associated with smokers and arsonists, has now decided to use its expertise in stainless steel to help those burdened with a giant Costanza wallet as it’s come to be known. The company’s new wallet is just under half an-inch thick, and its stainless steel housing will help block wireless signals if you’re worried about ID theft.
Arcade Alarm Clock: The Konami Code Won’t Buy You More Shuteye
It might have given you invincibility or unlimited ammo on the countless games that acknowledged it, but sadly the Konami code won’t buy you a single second of extra sleep on this custom Xronos alarm clock. But the large scoreboard-like LED display and use of authentic console buttons will have you wondering if you fell asleep at the arcade again.
Recon Instrument Jet: Google Glass For The Sporty Types
Three years ago Recon Instruments came out with one of the first ski goggles with a HUD to be used by you and me for leisure activity. It was a novel idea — who wouldn’t want to see how fast they’re flying down the mountain? Today at I/O, Recon is debuting the Jet, a Google Glass-like set of shades that the company says is comparable to a tablet or smartphone (or Glass).
Everything Google Tried To Kill Today At Google I/O
Google just dropped a metric tonne of stuff on us. Sorting through it all, it’s clear that the company’s not just trying to put new goodness into the world; it’s trying to blow plenty of existing products and services out of the water. Here are all the things Google’s looking to unseat and uppercut into the spike pit.
These Talented Brackets Are Half Light, Half Support
How many times have you looked for something in a dark corner of your apartment and hit your head on the edge of a shelf? Probably more than you can count. Alex Allen Studio’s Lightbrackets solve the problem (plus a few others) by doing double duty as a lamp and a weight-supporting mount for shelves.
