》Some Tech Gadgets Our Grandchildren May Be Using in the Future-
According to statistics, an average adult in the U.S. spends about $1,200 on electronic gizmos a year. Apparently, this type of expense will only increase over time since we invent more and more gadgets that make our life easier and more enjoyable every single day.
Bright Side compiled a list of the most fantastic gadgets our grandchildren will likely be using in the future.
¤ A nail watch-
In the year 2154, no one will want to wear wristwatches anymore. They'll probably be out of fashion or too bulky for our hands.
The in thing will be the nail watch, known as the TX54. Well, that's what Timex and design site Core77 think will be the future, according to the global design competition Timex 2154: The Future of Time." The two held the contest to mark the watch maker's 150th anniversary.
The in thing will be the nail watch, known as the TX54. Well, that's what Timex and design site Core77 think will be the future, according to the global design competition Timex 2154: The Future of Time." The two held the contest to mark the watch maker's 150th anniversary.
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TX54, the runner-up in the event, is a concept watch by three Americans designers: Napoleon Merana, Steffen Schubert, and David Takacs. The nail watch is designed to be hooked to the thumbnail.
The user should be able to view the time in the dark just by pressing the tip of the nail. Wearers can also switch between available colors. It is also disposable. One hopes it's waterproof as well, just in case you forget to take it off while you're in the shower.
The user should be able to view the time in the dark just by pressing the tip of the nail. Wearers can also switch between available colors. It is also disposable. One hopes it's waterproof as well, just in case you forget to take it off while you're in the shower.
¤ A noiseless karaoke microphone-
The idea of a karaoke app for a mobile device is kind of frightening. I am vehemently against anything that might encourage people to sing on public transit.
Fortunately, someone has invented a Noiseless USB Karoake Microphone that lets you sing your little heart out without inspiring the violent rage of those in earshot.
The only downside is looking like a lunatic, but chances are if you’re interested in buying this sort of thing, looking like a lunatic probably isn’t your biggest concern.
Fortunately, someone has invented a Noiseless USB Karoake Microphone that lets you sing your little heart out without inspiring the violent rage of those in earshot.
The only downside is looking like a lunatic, but chances are if you’re interested in buying this sort of thing, looking like a lunatic probably isn’t your biggest concern.
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It’s a simple device really. Essentially it’s just your average microphone inserted into what looks suspiciously like a plunger.
To use it, you just insert your face into the business end of said suspiciously-plunger-looking device and belt out a haunting rendition of “Who Let The Dogs Out” or something. The device is designed to play with Sega’s Karaoke app for iOS.
It’s a simple device really. Essentially it’s just your average microphone inserted into what looks suspiciously like a plunger.
To use it, you just insert your face into the business end of said suspiciously-plunger-looking device and belt out a haunting rendition of “Who Let The Dogs Out” or something. The device is designed to play with Sega’s Karaoke app for iOS.
Aside from the sheer weirdness of this gadget, I’m also skeptical that it would even work. First of all, if you’re singing at a normal volume, loud enough to hit some tougher notes, you’re generating an awfullot of sound. There’s no way this thing can block it all.
It might lower the radius of the circle in which people want to kill you, but there is no way it is “noiseless.”
It might lower the radius of the circle in which people want to kill you, but there is no way it is “noiseless.”
¤ Bioplymer gels-
Bioplymer gels include developments of scattering and microscopical approaches, integration of structural and rheological techniques in the study of gelation kinetics, exploitation of mean field theories, and the pursuit of new simulation methods.
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¤ A lighter watch-
Rid yourself of those pesky arm hairs around your wrist when you begin rocking the lighter watch. This fully functional and flashy timepiece incorporates a useful butane lighter into the watch’s face so you always have a light when you need it.
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¤ Heated socks for those with cold feet-
Having cold feet only makes your whole body feel uncomfortable. Keep your feet nice and toasty with a pair of our heated socks or footwear. Our selection of footwear and electric heated socks are great for those who spend a lot of time in the outdoors during the winter months.
They’re also great for those with constantly cold feet or for those with poor circulation. There are plenty of styles, sizes, and heating options for you to choose from.
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Our heated socks are great for a variety of outdoor and indoor activities. Paired with a great pair of boots, our electric hunting socks can keep you comfortable for your entire hunting trip.
Sitting outside in cold weather for a sporting event? Our indoor/outdoor slippers will keep your feet warm so you can stay the whole game.
Regardless of the use, there are plenty of electric heated socks, slippers, and footwear for you to choose from! Not sure what to choose? Visit our Heated Footwear Guide for helpful information and types of heated footwear. Shop all heated footwear below and keep your feet cozy and warm today!
They’re also great for those with constantly cold feet or for those with poor circulation. There are plenty of styles, sizes, and heating options for you to choose from.
Our heated socks are great for a variety of outdoor and indoor activities. Paired with a great pair of boots, our electric hunting socks can keep you comfortable for your entire hunting trip.
Sitting outside in cold weather for a sporting event? Our indoor/outdoor slippers will keep your feet warm so you can stay the whole game.
Regardless of the use, there are plenty of electric heated socks, slippers, and footwear for you to choose from! Not sure what to choose? Visit our Heated Footwear Guide for helpful information and types of heated footwear. Shop all heated footwear below and keep your feet cozy and warm today!
¤ A transparent TV screen-
The main type of transparent TV screen, an OLED screen, has such amazing properties because of the way it's constructed.
Basically, OLEDs are composed of a couple of layers of plastic -- the organic, or carbon-based, material in the name -- sandwiched between two layers of glass.
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That's why you can see right through an OLED screen. The design also includes tiny clear cathodes to inject electrons into the screen, and anodes that enable the electrons to flow out of the device.
When you turn on the TV, it sends electricity through the plastic layers, and it reacts with chemicals in the plastic to create the picture on the screen [source: Antonaidis].
Basically, OLEDs are composed of a couple of layers of plastic -- the organic, or carbon-based, material in the name -- sandwiched between two layers of glass.
That's why you can see right through an OLED screen. The design also includes tiny clear cathodes to inject electrons into the screen, and anodes that enable the electrons to flow out of the device.
When you turn on the TV, it sends electricity through the plastic layers, and it reacts with chemicals in the plastic to create the picture on the screen [source: Antonaidis].
One of the advantages an OLED has over a liquid crystal display (LCD), another common type of screen, is that when the electricity goes through the plastic, it actually emits light on its own.
An LCD screen, in contrast, only creates the shapes and color. It has to be backlit with another light source. That means that an OLED doesn't require as much electricity as an LCD, and unlike that type of screen, an OLED can produce a true black, by not giving off any light in a certain area.
A plasma screen can do some of the same things, but because it has gas inside, it needs to have thicker glass and is bulkier than an OLED, and it isn't as efficient [source: Maxwell].
An LCD screen, in contrast, only creates the shapes and color. It has to be backlit with another light source. That means that an OLED doesn't require as much electricity as an LCD, and unlike that type of screen, an OLED can produce a true black, by not giving off any light in a certain area.
A plasma screen can do some of the same things, but because it has gas inside, it needs to have thicker glass and is bulkier than an OLED, and it isn't as efficient [source: Maxwell].
¤ The pen printer-
The Pen Printer harmoniously blends into any modern office environment with its sleek, minimalist design. Compact, mobile and USB compatible, this printer easily fills a void for students to executives alike who require printing on-the-go.
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Its minute size ideally fits in any backpack, briefcase or purse and, with the power sourced from your computer, it is easily a natural extension of your laptop.
A convenient power button and a generous A4 sized paper allowance insures a wide variety of printing options. With this product an office space can be created from virtually anywhere.
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Its minute size ideally fits in any backpack, briefcase or purse and, with the power sourced from your computer, it is easily a natural extension of your laptop.
A convenient power button and a generous A4 sized paper allowance insures a wide variety of printing options. With this product an office space can be created from virtually anywhere.
¤ A floating sofa quartet-
Floating Sofa Quartet is a modern Nordic folk music ensemble consisting of four young musicians from Denmark, Sweden and Finland.
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With a unique combination of instruments this quartet performs handmade music with a scent of dewy pine trees, salty sea breezes, and freshly brewed coffee.
They play a mixture of their own compositions and traditional pieces from their respective countries; tender melodies and feisty dance tunes are performed with intriguing harmonies, intensity, humor and the warm acoustic sound of wooden instruments. Take a seat on the sofa and float away!
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With a unique combination of instruments this quartet performs handmade music with a scent of dewy pine trees, salty sea breezes, and freshly brewed coffee.
They play a mixture of their own compositions and traditional pieces from their respective countries; tender melodies and feisty dance tunes are performed with intriguing harmonies, intensity, humor and the warm acoustic sound of wooden instruments. Take a seat on the sofa and float away!
¤ An Instagram-focused camera-
Now you can instantly take portraits of yourself or friends that you’ll want to share — with the new “Focus” camera format.
When you open the camera, you’ll see “Focus” next to “Superzoom” under the record button. Take a selfie or switch to the back-facing camera to find a friend.
As soon as there’s someone in the shot, you’ll notice the person stays in focus while the background softly blurs — making sure they stand out in a striking way.
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Simply tap to take a photo or tap and hold to record a video. When you’re done, you can add creative tools like filters, stickers and text to your photo or video before sending to your friends on Instagram Direct or adding to your story.
As soon as there’s someone in the shot, you’ll notice the person stays in focus while the background softly blurs — making sure they stand out in a striking way.
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Simply tap to take a photo or tap and hold to record a video. When you’re done, you can add creative tools like filters, stickers and text to your photo or video before sending to your friends on Instagram Direct or adding to your story.
Focus is available on iPhone SE, 6S, 6S+, 7, 7+, 8, 8+ and X and select Android devices.
This update is available as part of Instagram version 39.0 for iOS in the Apple App Store and for Android in Google Play.
¤ A 3D pen-
A 3D pen is a pen that extrudes heated or warm plastic from the pen’s nozzle. You don’t need any software. There are no files to transfer, and no difficult tech to master.
In the words of a teacher we work with, “whatever you imagine, you can draw. It goes from your brain, to your hand, right there.”
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Surreal? Modern day sorcery? A hybrid of Harry Potter meets Harold and the Purple Crayon? It can seem that way at first, but believe us and our 2 million+ users, it’s real, it’s creative, and it’s a lot of fun.
With a 3D pen you can draw a raised graphic on a piece of paper or any flat surface. But what makes a 3D pen truly unique is its ability to “draw” in mid-air, allowing you to instantly form 3D structures right in front of you, which you can pick up and hold in your hand.
