There's no certainty that Google will do something with the technology, assuming the patent is granted. Microsoft's HoloLens may not get fresh competition any time soon. However, it's no secret that Google is not only working on the next version of Glass, but has poured lots of cash into augmented reality efforts like Magic Leap's still-mysterious project. Don't be surprised if you're one day playing games against opponents who seem like they're in the room, or driving a car where traffic alerts float above the road itself.

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