Life in the future: Tech that will change the way we live

Technology has the ability to accomplish many things, one of which is to change the world.

We are fortunate to live in an era where science and technology can help us, make our lives simpler, and force us to reconsider how we go about our everyday lives.

The technology to which we are presently exposed and habituated has paved the way for us to go further, and the following list of current and future technologies has the potential to further change our lives.

Here is our list of technologies that will “likely” impact our lives permanently in the next decade and beyond.

 

1. Space Tourism

We can fly to almost every place in the globe with ease, but what if we could all view the Earth from space one day?

Companies like Virgin Galactic, SpaceX, and even Amazon’s Blue Origin want to make it a reality one day and provide us with a (very costly) seat aboard a spacecraft that will carry us into orbit. Passengers on Amazon’s New Shepard space shuttle will travel 100 kilometers above sea level before parachute landing on Earth.

 

2. Colonization of other planets

We’ve been causing havoc on Earth for a long time, and the planet can only take so much of humanity’s destructive nature.

We’ll outgrow it if we don’t ruin it. There are plans to inhabit additional planets, with Mars unquestionably being the first stop.

With technological advances, this image of the future is rapidly becoming science-fact rather than science-fiction.

 

3. Robots in space and in the workplace

NASA is already launching various sized and shaped robots into orbit. This makes sense as technology advances. Robots do not require air to breathe or food to consume, and they may be loaded with sensors to convey data back to Earth.

The same is true in the workplace. Robots can do the most difficult, risky, and boring occupations, saving humans the bother and risk. They can also potentially function faster, more efficiently, and with fewer errors.

 

4. Electric/self-driving cars

Electric vehicles aren’t new; they’ve been on our roads for a while and are just gradually improving.

Car batteries are becoming more durable, charging station infrastructure is increasing, and self-driving technology is being heavily invested in, hinting that it will arrive sooner than you think.

Tesla currently has a complicated Autopilot mode that can take over some driving functions, but vehicle makers believe that one day we will be able to drive entirely hands-free.

 

5. Flying cars

When there’s no more room on the roads, it’s not a stretch to believe we’ll take to the sky. There are currently a plethora of intriguing flying automobile designs that demonstrate that this future is a definite possibility.

Perhaps, if not flying automobiles, we’ll all have alternative modes of personal transportation – jetpacks, for example, have long been a favorite goal of innovators and thrill-seekers.

 

6. Robot butlers

Chores, chores, and more chores. It’s tedious, but it’s unavoidable. But what if robots might assist you in avoiding this agony? We’ve already seen the beginnings of this with robot vacuum cleaners and connected home appliances. Larger, more helpful robots are also on the way.

We might very well be living in a future full of handy robots helping out around the house as butlers, cooks, or general dogs bodies.

 

7. Roads over rivers

Space is limited and running out rapidly, particularly in congested metropolitan areas.

This design depicts a future in which roadways and residential areas have spread across the lake. When self-driving cars handle all of the labor and are quick enough, crossing the oceans may not be that far-fetched.

 

8. Solar panel technology

Solar panels are another technology that has been around for a long, but its potential for the future is enormous.

Not only can they now be buried in your house’s roof tiles, thanks to Tesla Solar Roof tiles, but other businesses are working on methods to integrate them into automobile roofs, where they will be able to power in-car equipment or make the battery last longer.

 

9. Hyper-fast trains

Hyperloop, another Elon Musk-backed enterprise, is a high-speed subterranean transportation system that is presently being developed and tested in the United States. The first proposed route will go from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Another route is planned to go from New York to Washington D.C. in 29 minutes, rather than the current time of 2 hours and 56 minutes.

Hyper-fast trains that can move underground and underwater might revolutionize not just public transportation but also international travel. Imagine being able to travel from one nation to another in the time it takes to go between towns today.

 

• Working in VR

Augmented Reality, or AR, has enormous promise. It has been available for a while in the form of various apps that can overlay information around you. It differs from VR in that it overlays information rather than merely immersing you in a virtual environment.

In the workplace, companies are experimenting with both augmented reality and virtual reality gadgets. They may be used for a number of purposes, including as visual representations of blueprints, virtual scale models of items in development, and even basic things like virtual team meetings.

 

• Gesture based computing

Minority Report may have popularized the notion, but gesture-based computing has been around for a while. It is also already present in a range of technologies and is almost second nature to the majority of people.

How many motions do we already use on our smartphones, tablets, and other smart gadgets on a daily basis? It’s not difficult to imagine a future in which we’re no longer limited by the mouse and keyboard, but instead rely on speech and action to handle data in a virtual realm.

 

• Wearable screens

We may be thinking about foldable phones and screens right now, but the future may be screen less.

There are several touch-capable projector-like gadgets on the market that can display useful screens onto your skin, clothing, or other surfaces. The future of smartphone technology may not require a gadget in your pocket at all, but rather something you wear or have implanted.

 

• Driverless Lorries

Self-driving vehicles are one thing, but the Transports Research Laboratory (TRL) hopes to see autonomous Lorries on UK roads in the not-too-distant future.

The concept is for up to three Lorries to travel in convoy, with the lead vehicle regulating the acceleration and braking of the two vehicles behind it. The “slave” Lorries, although still being steered by a “driver,” would be able to drive far closer together than people, reducing fuel costs and pollutants.

We’ll soon live in a world where our goods and freight are delivered by computer-powered vehicles. More productive and always on schedule.

 

• 3D printed food

We’re not quite at the point where Star Trek replicators exist and we can conjure up whatever we want out of thin air. However, 3D printing technology is rapidly evolving, and firms are already experimenting with printing food.

Is your refrigerator running low on supplies? It’s not an issue for you in the future; simply print some cakes, veggies, or even a pizza. We’re hoping for the best.

3D printing is also gaining popularity in other fields. It still has a big potential to impact our lives in the next years, whether it’s making aero plane and automobile parts, replacement joints like hips, or pieces for a board game. The materials used to print with are also developing, with graphene currently being “lighter than air” yet ten times stronger than steel.

Fridges that order for you

If 3D printed food is impractical, how about a refrigerator that detects when you’re low on something and orders some for you? This technology already exists and is improving year after year.

Eventually, it will be so prevalent that every house will have one, and you will no longer need to go to the grocery.

 

• Smart toothbrushes that send data to your dentist

We currently have intelligent toothbrushes that monitor your brushing technique to ensure you’re brushing thoroughly each time.

But what if your toothbrush could communicate that information to your dentist, eliminating the need for them to inquire if you floss daily? Alternatively, and maybe less frighteningly, sensors can be used to monitor your tooth health by scanning for cavities or plaque buildup.

 

• Smart mirrors that check your health

A brief peek in the mirror each morning offers you a visual indication of how you’re feeling and how you’re presenting yourself to the outside world.

Consider a future in which smart mirrors can scan you and alert you to potential health issues, vitamin deficiencies, or warning signals of underlying difficulties. Pre-emptive awareness about these signs may assist you in preparing.

 

• A toilet that analyses your deposits

Smart toilets are not a novel concept. The Japanese are well-known for their wonderful toilets, which include posterior warming seats, built-in bidets, and much more. The toilet of the future may go a step further by analyzing your excrement to detect sickness.

Consider how useful such a gadget may be in assisting individuals in detecting early indicators of colon cancer before it becomes a serious problem. It may also alert you to dietary concerns or deficiencies that need to be addressed in order to enhance your health.

 

• 5G connectivity

5G is gradually becoming a reality and may offer higher internet rates than conventional connections wherever you go.

Fast connection speeds without overcrowding, as you might expect, will offer up a plethora of possibilities for “connected devices,” including everything from household appliances to autos and things we have yet to create.

 

• Exoskeleton

Robotic exoskeletons are currently being utilized by the military to provide soldiers with additional strength and ability, making their jobs simpler, but they might also assist disabled individuals, particularly those who are unable to walk or use their arms, in getting around.

Prosthetic and robotic limbs are currently available and useful, but having an entire robotic body would bring a whole new level of independence for many people throughout the world.

 

• Recycling and re-engineering

Because of the ongoing churn of new technology, landfills are frequently brimming with old and obsolete equipment. One thing the human species will have to learn in the future is new methods to recycle, reuse, and re-engineer outdated technologies in order to reduce waste and save the planet.

People are already devising novel methods to repurpose obsolete technology, such as converting scrap plastic into material for tiling roads and pavements.

 

• High-rise farms

As the Earth’s population grows, so does living space, not only for humans but also for the animals and plants on which we rely.

It’s plausible to envision a future in which technology will be required to allow for farms in unexpected areas. This idea of high-rise farms in the heart of a metropolis isn’t completely out of the realm of possibility.

 

 

• Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence is all around us. It may be found in machines, robots, and even our cellphones.

Voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant demonstrate how far AI has progressed, but it may ultimately find its way into things like robot maids. Let’s hope they don’t take over the entire planet!

 

• Robot soldiers

Robots are a recurring topic in our list of future technologies, but Boston Dynamics is continually working on machines that will assist or play an active role in the military.

It’s not difficult to picture a world in which machines fight our conflicts in lieu of men and women. These disposable machines are more likely to do their tasks without fear, injury, or PTSD issues, as well as follow-up care if they are injured.

 

• Nanobots that check your health

Other forms of robotic technology are being used to monitor and care for our health. Nanobots, which are tiny microscopic robots, might hypothetically be used to check and monitor our insides for health concerns.

They might also be utilized to repair damaged organs or perform sophisticated and delicate medical operations, eliminating the need for invasive conventional surgery. This might mean less time in the hospital, less time recovering, and fewer scars.

 

25. 3D printed metal

3D printing has advanced significantly in recent years. Recent technological developments have resulted in researchers developing 3D printed items made of metal and stainless steel. Some of these processes are even creating components that are stronger and more resilient than traditional manufacturing procedures.

As if that wasn’t enough, in 2017 one business began producing 3D metal printers for less than $100,000. While another business created bigger 3D printers that could generate materials at 100 times the pace of traditional processes. It appears that 3D printing is the way of the future.

 

• Cloud gaming without machines

Streaming movies and music is quite usual nowadays. It won’t be long until we’re doing the same thing with video games. Consider paying for a service that allows you to play high-end, current games on your TV without needing to possess a console or PC.

Faster bandwidth, improved game technologies, and more dependable infrastructure might make this a reality in the near future.

 

• Li-Fi

Li-Fi has been tested in recent years and offers some intriguing promise for ultra-fast data transmission speeds. Li-Fi transmits data using light rather than radio waves like Wi-Fi. This technology has the potential to carry data at significantly greater rates while also being less susceptible to interference.

Because the visible light spectrum is 10,000 times bigger than the radio spectrum, there is a lot more bandwidth possibilities. It is also expected that if Li-Fi takes off, it will be far less expensive than Wi-Fi.

 

• Personal air

In a society where we’re presently socially separating ourselves and wearing masks in public, it’s not a stretch to think we’ll all be doing this with tech-rich breathing equipment one day.

Air Ring has already created an air-purifying mask that can clean the air and remove viruses and germs from the air the wearer breaths.

That type of technology is expected to become significantly more ubiquitous in the future.