Four gadgets that were till now considered science fiction
could become a fact of life by December 2013. The break neck pace of the development
in hi-tech world means that we could be using four of the most anticipated gadgets
of recent times
Flexible Displays
LG, the South Korean technology giant has been in the
process of developing flexible displays for their next line of products. These displays
have been the topic of discussion for many years with pros and cons of the
technology thoroughly discussed.
LG has recently announced that they have developed and
tested a range of flexible displays that would offer multiple views, a wide
viewing angle and best of all, lower power consumption than the traditional LCD
and
LED based displays.
Incidentally, there were rumours of Apple being involved or at
least being at the top of the client list. However, both LG and Apple have refused
to comment.
Smart Glasses
Smart glasses are the staple of sci-fi shows. They are
depicted as augmented reality devices that greatly add to the work and play
time of the person using them.
The launch of Google Glass brought these ideas into real
life. The project received a lot of attention from all quarters. Fan boys gloated
over the features while the opposition highlighted the privacy issues.
While Google Glass might be the star of the show, it is not
the only product about to hit the market. Companied like Recon will make smart
glasses available at $500. The gadget will include an HD camera, microphone and
a host other features
Smart Watches
The phenomenon of Smart Watches is not new. They are already
available from various vendors. However, the current models are nothing more than
small display screen acting like the extension of the device they are paired
with. True smart watches that respond to voice commands and weight less than the
current models will be available by the year’s end. The oft rumoured iWatch
might also make its appearance some time near December 2013.
Affordable 3D Printers
3D printers that print out solid objects have been on the market.
But the price tag is high enough to restrict them to being the novelty
playthings for a select few. We will see a sharp decline in the cost of 3D
printers by December 2013. It is estimated that the price might actually fall
below the $1,000 mark.
Also you could rest assure that 3D printers will not cause the
society to break down. All those scary stories about people “printing” guns
through 3D printers are really that; stories to deter the spread of the technology.
A gun made entirely out of plastic with blow
itself on the first pull of the trigger.
So rest easy and start saving for your favourite gadget. Christmas
2013 is just five month away!
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