# Enterprise-Ready AR Devices The Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 Enables Hands-Free Productivity By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-02-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-glass-enterprise-edition-2 References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/google-glass-enterprise-edition-2/) & [developers.googleblog](https://developers.googleblog.com/) The Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 headset is being launched by the brand to the mass consumer market to help offer a larger portion of the industry a way to get in on the augmented reality (AR) action. The headset was previously only available to Google's network of select B2B partners, but is now open to all via the brand's resellers to make it accessible by curious users. The device features safety frames that are made by [Smith Optics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storyline-smith) that have been equipped with a small but mighty onboard computer that's built on the [Qualcomm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-ar2) [Snapdragon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-3) XR1 platform. The Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 headset is built around an Android system that's open-source and is available for purchase at a price point of $1,299. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Enterprise-ready AR Devices:** The rise of enterprise-ready AR headsets is opening up opportunities for more industries to benefit from hands-free productivity and AR capabilities. - **Accessibility of AR Technology:** More accessible AR devices are creating opportunities for curious users to experience the benefits of augmented reality. - **AR for Workplace Safety:** AR headsets with safety frames are creating new possibilities for improving workplace safety with hands-free technology. ### Where This Applies - **Manufacturing:** Enterprise-ready AR devices offer manufacturing companies opportunities to improve their processes and increase efficiency. - **Construction:** AR technology can help with training and safety on construction sites, making the industry safer and more efficient. - **Healthcare:** AR headsets with safety frames can aid healthcare providers in hands-free medical procedures, improving patient safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Developer-Targeted AR Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xreal-air-2-ultra.md) - [Developer-Targeted AR Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xreal-light.md) - [Refocused Mixed Reality Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-glasses.md) - [High-Quality Glasses Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xreal-air-2.md) - [Advanced Research Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aria-gen-2.md) - [Advanced AR Eyewear Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-ar2.md) - [Wireless High-Resolution Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-3.md) - [Gemini Smart Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-glasses-1.md) - [Enterprise-Focused VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pico-4-enterprise.md)