Google shows off hacked speaking shoe at SXSW, promises it's not getting into the footwear business

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Googles glass project is grabbing all the headlines, but a this years SXSW Google is showing off their hacked shoes



So, why hack up a perfectly nice pair of black high-tops? Google's giving the shoes character, using Bluetooth to sync up to your smartphone and "using a series of 'if and statements,' to give your shoes personality." So, some shoes will laud you for getting off the couch and others will encourage your lollygagging.




 Google shows off hacked speaking shoe at SXSW, promises it's not getting into the footwear business