Wearable computers: The next generation -1

Four (or more) eyes: Lumus OE-31 and Google Project Glass

There's a lot of action going on in augmented reality headsets these days, such as the Lumus OE-31 prototype (far left). Its chunky black frames house dual 640-x-360-pixel see-through displays with superimposed videos, email, directions and more. There could be a commercial version for around $500 next year.
But Google's Project Glass (near left) gets the most attention, particularly after models wore prototypes at New York's Fashion Week in September. Details are scant, but the sleek aluminum wraparound frames trade lenses for a tiny color display near the right eye. The screen overlays a digital image on top of the wearer's field of view or pops a menu out on the side. Google hopes to release the glasses next year at $1,500.

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