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They may not yet be on sale but Google’s most anticipated innovation – the Google Glass<\/a> – has already been banned for use when behind the wheel.<\/p>\n

The gadget, which looks like a regular pair of glasses but is actually a wearable computer, is expected to go on sale next year, but the Department for Transport has been proactive in prohibiting its use \u00a0amid fears it be a major distraction to motorists.<\/p>\n

How Google Glass works<\/h2>\n

A tiny computer is housed in the frame of a pair of lenseless glasses and a small screen above the wearer’s right eye allows them to check emails, plan routes, take pictures, record videos, and browse the internet.<\/p>\n

The device is also thought to also have an instant messaging service – although there’s no word of a conferencing facility like that offered by Google Hangouts – the internet giant says the device will be less intrusive than a smartphone.<\/p>\n

However, this hasn’t stopped the Department for Transport from slapping a ban on the device.<\/p>\n

This is because even the slightest of distractions can be enough to stop drivers from observing what is happening on the road, which is a major cause of road traffic accidents.<\/p>\n

It’s not thought that any new law will need to be put in place as there are already a range of offences and penalties already in existence to tackle drivers who don’t pay attention when behind the wheel; notably careless driving which is to become a fixed penalty offence later in the year.<\/p>\n

A Department for Transport spokesperson said:\u00a0\u201cWe are aware of the impending rollout of Google Glass and are in discussion with the Police to ensure that individuals do not use this technology while driving.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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