Google Glass vs Vuzix M300
Alright folks, it's time for a showdown! In one corner, we have Google Glass, the original contender for fashionable smart glasses. And in the other corner, we have the Vuzix M300, the underdog that's been making waves in the enterprise world. Who will come out on top? Let's find out.
Design and Build
When it comes to design, Google Glass is sleek and stylish. It's essentially a single frame with a prism display that sits above the right eye. However, the eye-catching design does come at a cost. The Google Glass feels a bit flimsy, and the non-prescription lenses make it difficult for glasses wearers.
On the other hand, the Vuzix M300 looks more like traditional safety glasses. They have thick frames and can accommodate prescription lenses. The Vuzix M300 also has a variety of accessories that can be used depending on the industry or use case.
Winner: Vuzix M300
In this category, the Vuzix M300 comes out on top. Its traditional design is more practical and can accommodate different types of lenses and accessories.
Display
Google Glass features a small display that sits above the right eye, which is where all of the information is projected. The display is relatively small measuring 640 x 360 pixels. It's small size makes it somewhat limited in what information can be displayed on it.
The Vuzix M300, on the other hand, has a larger display measuring 854x480 pixels. It uses a binocular display, meaning there are two screens, one for each eye, which produces a 3D-like effect.
Winner: Vuzix M300
The Vuzix M300's binocular display gives it an edge, especially when it comes to displaying detailed information.
Performance
Google Glass runs on an outdated operating system that's no longer supported. The device isn't as powerful and can struggle to keep up with simple tasks.
The Vuzix M300, on the other hand, runs on Android 6.0 and comes with a quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of storage. In terms of performance, it's clearly the better choice.
Winner: Vuzix M300
In this category, there's no question the Vuzix M300 takes the cake. It's more powerful and can handle more demanding tasks.
Battery Life
Google Glass has a smaller battery than the Vuzix M300, but it's sufficient for a full day's use. On the other hand, the Vuzix M300 has a larger battery and can last up to 8 hours.
Winner: Vuzix M300
When it comes to battery life, the Vuzix M300 is the clear winner.
Price
At the time of writing, the Google Glass costs $1,500, while the Vuzix M300 costs about $1,000.
Winner: Vuzix M300
The Vuzix M300 is much more affordable than the Google Glass, making it a better choice for enterprise customers.
Conclusion
After comparing the Google Glass and the Vuzix M300 side-by-side, it's clear that the Vuzix M300 is the better choice. It has a more practical design, a better display, superior performance, longer battery life, and is more affordable. That being said, the Google Glass paved the way for smart glasses and was the first of its kind. It's still a great device, but when it comes down to it, the Vuzix M300 takes the cake.