Why I chose Google Glass, a one year perspective

Why I became an Explorer
A year ago today I got my invite to become an explorer. I had no idea where that journey would lead but I had no doubt in my mind that I wanted to go on that journey. Today I'm proud to say I have no regrets.
It is quite convenient that on this anniversary Google is inviting anyone who is curious about the explorer program to have a go. Personally, I think those who already wanted to purchase Glass, already own it but as one of the first explorers, I think it's responsible for me to share some thoughts that may help you decide if you are on the fence.

Glass in my life
I wear Glass at least once a day at a minimum of 2 hours if not more. I'm primarily testing my app or walking my dog, or demoing for random strangers. In the year that I've owned Glass, I have had no bad experiences, just the occasional "are you recording me?" or "one of those Google Glass guys", there was also one occasion when a passenger aboard a plane shielded his face as I walked past. Outside of that, smooth sailing, people love Glass whether I'm in Berlin, Miami, Pamplona, Arlington, London, North Carolina even in San Fransisco I haven't had terrible experiences.

Glass is also relevant in my professional life, my +LynxFit team and I are building what we think is an innovative way to stay healthy, and I have certainly already made my return on my Glass investment a dozen times over.  
Finally, since acquiring this device, I've certainly explored my world, in a weird way, it's actually encouraged me to get outside more. Some highlights #throughglass  

• Flying a helicopter #throughglass 
• Dunking through the lens of Google Glass 
• Churros #throughglass, because delicious 
• Don't taunt the bulls at San Fermin 
• Riding home from work #throughglass 
• Tesla Model S Test Drive #ThroughGlass 
• Sookie Through Glass

Like many others, I saw the potential in my line of work and in my social life. How it looks doesn't play a role for me though I still think it looks pretty badass,  understand that eventually the looks may change.

Why should you get glass?  I get this question a lot and I always answer it the same way, if you fall into 2 of these 3 categories then consider it. Get glass if you are:

• a developer or a business with plans to build something innovative.
• a technophile or an enthusiast of wearable technologies and wants to be on the cutting edge of technology.
• financially sound and don't mind spending a lot of money on a beta product.

Outside of that, if you have any questions please let me know:
#askanexplorer  
See also Business Insiders "4 types of people who should buy Glass" http://www.businessinsider.com/4-types-of-people-who-should-buy-google-glass-2014-4

5 Secrets to Self Reinvention

Finding myself, I put a quick thought dump over at Medium

5 Secrets to Self Reinvention

1. Never settle.
2. Fear no Failures.
3. Try something new every 30 days.
4. My weakness can be my strongest attribute.
5. Give away the art.