This year is swiftly passing by, and we are already nearing the end of May ? so what tech trends have emerged so far and have made an impact on our lives"
Here we look at the top five trends that are transforming our lives and will impact our tech for the better:
Blockchain
Originally created to be used for transferring digital/cryptocurrency, Blockchain technology has quickly been converted into a new type of internet. Blockchain allows digital information to be shared but not allowed to copied. With Bitcoin?s value currently sitting at US$9billion, spending some time understanding how Blockchain works will probably be the smart bet.
Wearables
Once considered a sporty fad, wearables are now mainstream and are now almost seamlessly integrated into our lives. So if wearables are now mainstream ? where is the innovation or future advancements of wearables" The current wearable is a basic heart or step monitor, but the future of wearables is much more advanced with complex functions being added.
Wearables of the future will be able to monitor body temperature hydration, blood oxygen levels and more from just being placed against the skin. Most wearables now require a smartphone to actually view feedback, going forward the emphasis will be on wearables with smart displays, so additional tech will not be required to use.
Automotive
From smart vehicles that drive themselves to organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) displays, the future of vehicles.
Plans for the future ...