Google Glass For Dummies [[electronic resource]]

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910786529303321
• Autore: Butow Eric
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: Hoboken, : Wiley, 2014
• ISBN: 1-118-82514-4
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (243 p.)
• Collana: For dummies Google Glass for dummies
• Altri autori (Persone): StepisnikRobert
• Disciplina: 004.16
• Soggetti: Google; Mobile computing; Wearable computers; Engineering & Applied Sciences; Computer Science
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di contenuto: Contents at a Glance; Table of Contents; Introduction; About This Book; Foolish Assumptions; Icons Used in This Book; Beyond the Book; Where to Go from Here; Part I: Getting Started with Google Glass; Chapter 1: The World Through Glass; What Is This Thing Called Glass?; How Glass Fits into Your Life; What You Can Do with Glass; Is Glass the Most Exciting Thing Ever?; Chapter 2: Finally On Your Head; Put Your Glass On; Charging Glass; Fitting Your Glass; Chapter 3: Setting Up Your Google Glass; Completing the Google Glass Checklist; Setting Up Your Glass in Many (OK, Two) Ways; Part II: Exploring GlassChapter 4: Mastering the Basics; Starting with the Home Screen; Using Your Hands to Control Your Glass; Using Your Voice to Dictate to Your Glass; Touring the Timeline; Playing with Cards; Chapter 5: Enhancing Glass with the MyGlass Website; Taking the Red Carpet Tour of MyGlass; Managing Your Contact List; Adding a Wi-Fi Network by Using the MyGlass Web App; Tracking Down Your Glass; Enabling or Disabling Glassware; Chapter 6: Managing Glass Settings; Finding the Settings Bundle; Seeing What's Going On; Getting the Volume Just Right; Doing the Old Join and Switch; Pairing with Bluetooth DevicesUsing Settings That Use Your Head; Resetting Glass; Chapter 7: Using Glass Responsibly; There's a ; Computer on Your Head; There's a Camera on Your Head; Don't Be a Showoff; Be a Glass Ambassador; Know That Wearing Glass Is a Privilege; Part III: It Can Do That?; Chapter 8: Making Your Memories; Snapping Pictures; Capturing Videos; Sharing Your Glass Media; Backing Up Your Media to Google+; Chapter 9: (Almost) Everything Is Possible Online; Searching to Your Heart's Content; Browsing Any Time, Anywhere; Hanging Out with Your Friends; Sending E-mail Messages; Getting Fast Facts with Google NowChapter 10: Using Glass with Your Phone; Making and Taking Phone Calls; Sending SMS Messages; Going Live with Screencasting; Chapter 11: Other Cool Stuff; Navigating the World in a Flash; Finding Out What's Playing; Treating Your Eyes Right; Part IV: Give More Power to Your Glass; Chapter 12: Finding Third-Party Apps; Shop for Glassware; Start Me Up; Get Some Friendly Advice; Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Glass; Letting Glass Update Itself; Updating Glass Manually; Chapter 14: Hacking Your Glass; Giving Users What They Want; Choosing a Development Environment; Submitting Your Glassware to GooglePart V: Maintaining Your Glass; Chapter 15: Troubleshooting Common Glass Problems; Fixing Common Wonkiness; Fitting Glass to Your Face; Resolving Operation Errors; Getting Help from Google; Chapter 16: Keeping Your Glass in Top Condition; Handling Glass with Care; Empowering Your Glass; Chapter 17: Getting Help with Glass; Checking Out the FAQs; Going to Google for Help; Turning to the Glass User Community; Part VI: The Part of Tens; Chapter 18: Ten Apps You Need to "See"; Google Apps; Social and Connectivity Apps; Useful Utilities; Games and Leisure Apps; Chapter 19: Ten Things Not to Do with Glass
• Sommario/riassunto: A full-color guide to everything you need to know about Google Glass! With this easy-to-use guide, you can wear your Google Glass with confidence! From setup and configuration, to learning how to tap into the amazing features of Google Glass, this book has it all. Soon you'll be taking photos and video, accessing the display, using the applications, and operating the arm's touchpad. This must-have guide is filled with the important information you need. Keep the book on hand and refer to it often as you explore the world through your Google Glass. Google Glass For Dummies is