Technology is a dynamic field that evolves very fast. For instance, just a few years ago mobile phones were owned by the rich and were mostly large unshapely devices that hardly fitted into the pocket. But nowadays smartphones have become the normal trend and are quite afforded. One should always keep track with modern technological advancements to avoid buying obsolete products. Below are some of the best developments of modern age:
10. Home Appliance Automation
Nowadays it’s possible to control your house, refrigerator, car and TV using automated programs. All you need to do is preprogram the system with a unique code that controls the systems. In some cases such as the Samsung Smart TV, you don’t have to use a remote control for making command adjustments. The owner only points a finger on the screen and necessary modifications would automatically be made. This technology is efficient and helps users save time that could have otherwise been wasted pushing remotes or buttons.
9. Electric Cars
Instead of using gasoline or petrol, these futuristic automobiles make use of rechargeable power. These vehicles are clean and safe to the environment since they don’t emit dangerous fumes. Moreover, with anticipated mass production of these eco-friendly cars some firms have started developing unique EV charging stations, whereby drivers would have the opportunity to refill their batteries away from home. The service is quite important for emergency situations where the driver requires immediate recharging or else the car stalls. Just like its predecessors, this vehicle comes in different engine sizes and most of them are lightweight to reduce the amount of power expended to move the body.
8. iPad
The iPad is a revolutionary communication device developed by Apple Inc. After the launch of iPad, many tech firms started creating other tablet computers to rival this original product, but fact still remains that it was the first ever tablet to be manufactured. This powerful yet efficient device can be used for various functions such as watching movies, listening to music, surfing the web and playing video games.
Moreover, the overall size and mass of this device ranges from modern smartphones to laptop computers. This device features a unique multi-touch display mode with a massive virtual keyboard. Users can also surf the net using a fast Wi-Fi data structure, it’s also possible to upload and stream favorite media content or install new software downloaded from the net. There are also some unique iPad models with 3G wireless connections.
7. Google’s Driverless Vehicle
This is a remodeled version of Toyota Prius that’s fully equipped with video cameras, laser range finders and radar sensors. During its preliminary test drive, it managed to cover an impressive distance of 140,000 miles without experiencing any mechanical issues on the road. This technology is definitely a step towards development of safer software controlled transport systems on our city streets. Though the first-ever creation of this kind was made in the military sector, Google became the first one to develop a system that allows vehicles to characteristically drive along trafficked city streets.
6. YouTube
This is the globe’s most renowned video-sharing site formed by 3 former employees of PayPal, and this was way back in Feb 2005. Later on in December Google bought the site at a price of around 1.65 Billion USD. YouTube allows users to directly upload, share and view videos at their own convenience. Most of the content found on YouTube is put up by individuals, though there are also some media stations like Vevo that regularly use it. Anyone can watch clips found on the site but only registered subscribers can upload. Moreover, the total number of clips that one can put up on this network is unlimited.
5. Facebook
This world famous social networking site was first launched in Feb 2004 by internet guru Mark Zuckerberg, alongside some of his college roommates. Facebook has more than 600 million users, it allows one to create interesting personal profiles, make new online friends and even exchange messages. Additionally, it makes it easier for subscribers to join mutual interest groups of their own choosing.
4. Flip Mino
It’s a portable video camera device that became popular at the turn of 21st century. This device has a powerful internal drive that allows users to store up to one hour of uninterrupted video clips. Therefore, users aren’t bound to external memory cards or video tapes when shooting their favorite videos. Moreover, there’s no need to buy new batteries for the machine since it can easily be recharged by using a simple PC connection. One of Flip Mino’s best features is the ease-of-use screenplay, in order to start or stop recording one only needs to push a simple red button. This USB connector permits one to effortlessly upload videos onto their workstations or YouTube page.
3. Nintendo Wii
This game revolutionized the entire virtual gaming industry when it was first introduced into the market-its main competitors include PS3 and Xbox 360. But unlike the others, users can effortlessly play their favorite video games through special wireless controllers known as Wii Remote. This software can automatically detect user movements in triple dimension. In Dec 2009 Nintendo Wii managed to break world record for the best-selling console in a single month within US alone.
2. Android App
Android is the most popular OS for modern smartphones, the application represents a big community of developers who create applications that are suitable for varied uses. Presently there are more than 200,000 applications on Android Google Play Store-users can also upload apps directly from 3rd party sites. For instance there are apps that can transform your device into a QR Code, Data Matrix and Barcode at the touch of a button.
One can also buy and enjoy various virtual games from the comfort of their smartphones. There’s also a special App that allows users to take X-ray shots of their bones in a safe manner, this technology allows people to identify any anomalies that may exist such as fractures and seek prompt treatment before it becomes worse.
1. Virgin galactic spacecraft
This is definitely the most exclusive inventions of the 21st century. Virgin group recently launched the Galactic product to offer comfortable suborbital spaceflights to tourists interested in visiting outer space, plans are also underway to provide suborbital launches for large-scale science missions and orbital satellite expeditions.
