Some Say IT Should Ban Google Glass

Google Glass is about to surface publicly in 2014 and presumably at a cheaper price. However some say Google Glass should be banned at work. Wiretapping laws vary from state to state. An employee using Google Glass at work probably is at reasonably low risk unless he uses the technology to capture a manager or fellow employee behaving badly enough to get fired. The company may still be able to use the material and whether the firm or individual is liable for damage will likely depend on the laws that are enforced in the state.

Places That Have Banned Google Glass

Banks/ATMs

 Sports Arenas/Concert Venues

 Locker Rooms/Dressing Rooms

 Movie Theaters

 Cars

Legislators in states like West Virginia and Arizona are concerned about their citizens safety while driving, which is why these states are attempting to ban people from “using a wearable computer with head mounted display.” This measure will most likely be followed by the 39 other states and Washington D.C. who have already prohibited texting while driving. Glassing & Driving is already set to be banned in the UK.

 Hospitals

Hospitals, like many other places of business, are worried about patients privacy. Since hospitals also contain some of our most vital data, an open folder or stray piece of paper could end up as a photo in Glass. Which, in case you weren’t aware, could be very bad news for a person’s identity.

 Classrooms

Whether it’s an elementary classroom or a college lecture hall, many schools are already banning Google Glass. Locations where children attend is understandable

 Casinos

 With the  fear of cheating-, it’s not surprising that casinos in Las Vegas and Atlantic City have already banned Google Glass from entering their locations.

 Bars

The owner of the 5 Point Cafe in Seattle was almost ahead of everyone when he banned Google Glass back in March. Of course, this made international headlines and sparked controversy.  David Meinert and his Seattle bar were just looking to protect customers from the so-called “glassholes” out there.

 Strip Clubs