Google Glass, an advanced headset which is developed with the high-end technology, is now helping New York Police Department to fight with crime. It seems NYPD is taking page out of the playbook of ROBOCOP by providing Google Glass to cops. This gadget will flash life story of the suspect right before their eyes.
This futuristic eyewear has been bought by the NYPD bosses and is beta testing the gadget with positive hopes to introduce them in the field as early as possible. A source of an NYPC said that the device testing is in the early stages and a handful of people are testing it out.
Google Glass is a high-tech glass which integrates a computerized interface into the wearer’s field of vision and help cops to instantly see the previous record, mugshot and other key information of the suspect. According to the report in NY Post, The sources said that, if it works, it could be very useful for a patrolling cop who walks into a building with these glasses on.
It would be like the Terminator. You walk past somebody and you get his pedigree info if he’s wanted for a warrant right on your eye screen. You can identify the bad guys immediately within seconds. In addition to providing cops with instant internet access, Google Glass could also be used to record audio and video of interactions with suspects and other members of the public. ‘That would enhance the safety of officers,” the source said. “It’s a win for cops and the public”.
The glasses, which have yet to hit the market, are only available through Google’s Glass Explorer Program. It allows organizations to beta-test the new specs for a price of $1,500 each, according to Google’s Website.
“We think it could help impact patrol operations in New York City. We shall see”. A Google spokesman said the tech site it is not working directly with law enforcement agencies to test Google Glass’ crime fighting potential, but the Explorer program is open to anyone who wants to apply.
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