Exploring the Obscure Products of Google

Google has a reputation for being a tech giant, with products and services that are used by millions of people around the world. However, not all of Google's products have been as successful as others. In this blog post, we'll take a look at some of the more obscure products that Google has released over the years.

Google Glass: Released in 2013, Google Glass was a pair of augmented reality glasses that allowed users to access information and communicate with others through voice commands. While the concept was innovative, the glasses faced criticism over privacy concerns and their high price point. Ultimately, Google stopped selling Google Glass in 2015 and the product never gained widespread adoption.

Google Wave: Google Wave was a collaborative communication platform that was launched in 2009. It allowed users to send messages, edit documents, and share media in real-time. However, the platform was complex and confusing to use, and it struggled to gain traction. Google announced that it would be discontinuing Wave in 2010, just over a year after its launch.

Google Buzz: Google Buzz was a social networking service that was launched in 2010. It allowed users to share photos, links, and updates with their followers, similar to other social media platforms. However, Buzz faced criticism over its lack of privacy controls, and it struggled to gain users. Google announced that it would be shutting down Buzz in 2011, just over a year after its launch.

Google+: Google+ was a social networking platform that was launched in 2011. It was intended to be a rival to Facebook, but it never gained the same level of popularity. Google+ struggled to gain users and faced criticism over its lack of features and privacy concerns. In 2019, Google announced that it would be shutting down Google+ for consumer accounts, though it will continue to be used by enterprise customers.

Google Allo: Google Allo was a messaging app that was launched in 2016. It featured a smart assistant that could help users with tasks and offer suggestions, as well as a variety of stickers and emojis. However, Allo struggled to gain users and was eventually discontinued in 2019.

These are just a few examples of the obscure products that Google has released over the years. While not all of Google's products have been successful, the company continues to innovate and try new things. Technologies are constantly changing as tech companies find what does or doesn’t work. We can help modernize your business with ways to reach new customers so you don’t have to do the leg work.