Tech year: technologies we have witnessed in 2018
The 2018 has not been a simple year due to the pension reform, changing dollar rate, the new album of the Russian popular singer Egor Kreed… However, our full-hearted people stomached all these misfortunes with perseverance and endurance.
Things are not that bad though, there are positive moments as well, for example, the FIFA World Cup, new technologies that have quickly entered our everyday life, and I got a pay rise (sorry, I could not help writing it, as I am so glad that I can afford a double doner kebab now))).
So, let’s proceed with technologies. Sorry, but I am not writing about sensations today.
If you are reading this article using the 10th anniversary Apple iPhone, the first technology is for you.
A ten-year iPhone X loan with a 60% annual percentage rate is a dream of any student. What differentiates this model? Why is it in such great demand?
The device uses a new improved processor, infinity display, high-quality camera, and Face ID, an innovative biometric authentication technology.
Previously, you had to enter a set of symbols to unlock the smartphone. Now you just have to show your face for authentication. Pompously, tellingly, wealthily))
Delivery drones
Just imagine: you order a pizza and wait for a delivery guy, a student or a sad fellow, with a box of cold Pepperoni, but… You get a message on your phone saying that you should go to the balcony and take your order from a drone, and leave a tip in the box attached to the drone with a tape — a steampunk that we deserve))
Not so long ago, the idea of using drones for cargo delivery was perceived as some science fiction, but in 2018, the US Amazon proved the contrary by delivering small cargos to customers.
However, the Americans should not relax, as they should feel the hot breath of the Russian Post that is developing its own delivery drone. How do you feel about that, Elon Musk?
Amazon again, this company cannot do without innovations.
This spring, Amazon Go store opened, the world’s first supermarket without cash registers, cashiers, and cash.
- How can it work without cashiers? Who will ask you for a passport and give you the change? Who will ask whether you need a package? You will ask.
Nobody… Only soulless machines around you.
Sensors and cameras will monitor what a customer takes from a shelf and puts in the basket. Amazon account activated through a smartphone upon entering the store will register all transactions and send electronic receipts. No romance and intrigue…
Thank you Pyaterochka store chain for your existence. Every purchase is a new quest: “Find the price label of the ice cream”, “Is this beef marbled or was it prepared two days ago?”, “Staring at a guard”…
Oculus Santa Cruz
Having once used this device, you will never be the same…
Nope, it is not about YotaPhone.
The most advanced wireless virtual reality headset of a new generation.
The device is fully autonomous and wireless. Immersion in the computer world is so realistic that sometimes only biological needs make you return to real life. By the way, a nice life hack: put it on your girlfriend when she comes to your place and you did not clean it…For instance, my friends travel to Egypt in such a way — it is cheaper and you do not need a visa.
Do you remember a hump on the T-shirt of Lionel Messi that once was actively discussed by fans? It turned out to be a control unit of the system that monitors the state of the sportsman and allows the coaching staff of Barcelona to use the capabilities of the human body without the risk of injury.
They cherish Lionel like the apple of their eye. Not a wonder, as the value of this footballer is estimated higher than budgets of some European capitals.
This year has brought many technological novelties that we actively use in our everyday life. It will be getting only better, believe me! With the development of smart technologies, the devices that we are used to will go to dumps or museums.
The future belongs to artificial intelligence, nano technologies, and blockchain — I am telling you that — the person that bought Bitcoin for $400 and… forgot the password of the crypto wallet!
