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Every year hundreds of new ultra-technological developments are born. Even when it seems that everything possible in this world has already been created a long time ago, there is always a person who is able to look at an existing idea from a new angle and come up with something new. Manufacturers are always trying to surprise us with something interesting and original, unlike anything we have seen before. Let's see if they can do it in 2017!

1. Domestic smartphones

At the end of this year - beginning of next year we will have a new product from Russian manufacturers, which currently evokes healthy skepticism rather than keen interest among users. In Russia they are going to release a smartphone on its own operating system, called Sailfish Mobile OS RUS. The development is carried out by the company OMP (“Open mobile platform"), owned by ECH founder Grigory Berezkin.

The first devices released on this OS will be Oysters and Jolla smartphones. Sailfish is an operating system with elements of open source source code. It has been developed by the Finnish company Jolla, part of whose shares belong to the Russian Unified Social Tax, for almost four years. Let's hope this development will justify itself - the once-made attempt to create a domestic smartphone (YotaPhone in 2015) did not pay off.

2. Smartphone with a transparent screen

The Chinese company Vivo is developing transparent displays

According to the Mobipicker resource, citing an information leak within the company, the Chinese brand Vivo promises us to release next year one of the most interesting new products that definitely has a claim to success - a smartphone with a completely transparent screen. In addition to its main unusual feature, the smartphone will be equipped with a very solid “stuffing”: a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal memory.

3. Flexible smartphone

Conceptual model of a folding smartphone from Samsung

The world-famous giant Samsung Electronics is also keeping up with its competitors in creating unusual gadgets. In addition to the more than expected next Galaxy, this year the company completed the development of a prototype and is preparing to launch its long-standing project - the world's first flexible smartphone - for mass production. It will be equipped with an OLED display and will be able to bend in half. When open, the display diagonal will be 7 inches, when closed – 5.

The display for the flexible smartphone was created by Samsung Display, the largest manufacturer of LCD screens. Samsung is confident that such products will help overcome the “crisis” in the market - its oversaturation and slowdown in growth. It is likely that the smartphone will be followed by other gadgets with flexible screens.

4. Smart contact lenses

Samsung and Google compete for the right to release the first smart lenses

Attempts to create a device for the eyes that can replace everything at once have already been made - in 2014, Google presented the public with a project of “smart” contact lenses, and in 2015, it began working on solar-powered lenses. Now the same Samsung has joined the game: not so long ago they posted on their blog an application for a patent for contact lenses with built-in sensors and a display.

Most likely, the real peak in popularity of such devices will not be next year, or even 2018, but, nevertheless, their potential is enormous: “smart” lenses will be able to replace glasses, a fitness tracker, a watch, a camera, a scanner and many other, bulky and heavy devices.

5. Smart glasses from Carl Zeiss

Smart glasses from Google have not gained popularity, despite all the efforts of the company's developers and promoters. The abandoned banner was picked up by Carl Zeiss: according to them, they have found a way to make smart glasses light and comfortable. The battery, processor and other necessary technical parts of the glasses will be invisible to prying eyes and will be located in the temple.

At the point where the temple meets the lens, these parts are connected by a miniature OLED display. The image will be projected through a polycarbonate mirror that acts as a reflector. For now, the company has a prototype that will undergo many more improvements, but it is believed that at CES 2017 the company will be able to demonstrate its smart glasses in action.

6. Xbox One: Project Scorpio

The new generation of X-Box will delight gamers around the world in 2017

Next year promises us a major update to the entire Xbox line. At the E3 2016 conference in Los Angeles, Microsoft presented Project Scorpio, a new, improved version of the gaming console with an eight-core processor and support for games in 4K resolution. The new product will have a completely record computing power of 6 Teraflops and will be able to support virtual reality.

For the company, this is not just an update to the X-Box - it is a big step forward and something fundamentally new. All Xbox One models will be compatible and will have a common game library. There is no exact data yet on when we should expect this miracle to hit the market, but gamers are already suggesting a release date of autumn 2017. Project Scorpio is a working title, so it will probably be released under a completely different name.

7.Nintendo NX

Nintendo NX is expected to revolutionize

Nintendo also postponed its new development to the beginning of 2017. If rumors are to be believed, they are now seriously busy preparing for the launch of the next generation console, Nintendo NX. According to company representatives, this console will revolutionize the entire gaming industry. Foxconn will assemble the console. There is no special information about the new Nintendo yet, however, as they say, its release is being deliberately delayed: the deadlines were shifted due to the company’s desire to finalize the functionality of the console.

We are promised virtual reality, as well as touchscreen and the ability to play both on the TV and without it. Kimishima, the company's president, promised that we would have "absolutely new way play games". In addition to the delays, Nintendo has also significantly reduced the total number of products produced from the original 20 million to just 9-10: the market is no longer so kind to game consoles, and demand for them has dropped noticeably in recent years.

8. iPhone 8

It is not yet known how the new product will be labeled - iPhone 8 or iPhone 7S

The new iPhone 7, released in 2016, clearly disappointed everyone who was waiting for it - nothing really new or interesting is expected in it. However, in 2017 everything will change in better side! This time, the iPhone is in for some truly significant changes. Insider sources claim that 2017 year iPhone 8 (or iPhone 7S - the developers have not yet figured out the labeling of the new product) will receive a display curved on both sides.

It was previously reported that in 2017 they may well switch to using OLED displays in the iPhone, completely devoid of side frames. The use of a curved screen - something similar can be seen in the line Galaxy Edge, Samsung, – fully corresponds to these rumors. But so far there has been no confirmation or refutation of this information from official representatives of the brand. Also, according to the latest information leaks, Apple may switch to a three-year iPhone update cycle.

In addition, Apple is actively engaged in updating its operating systems. Outdated file system HFS Plus in 2017 will replace APFS (Apple File System), which is used on all devices of the brand, from Apple Watch to Mac Pro. The reason for this decision is quite obvious - HFS Plus, created 30 years ago, is noticeably outdated and cannot fully cope with the disproportionately increased volume of information. APFS is designed for Flash/SSD drives and will use a new approach to storing information.

The main storage object is the container. Containers are separate from each other and use their own volumes and namespace. Such a system will minimize the number of failures and optimize work with data. In addition, APFS will receive built-in support for modern encryption protocols. However, it also has a noticeable disadvantage: only completely new software solutions can use it.

9. Wireless charging from Apple

In 2017, Apple is going to release a modified wireless battery. The range of the device will be 2-3 meters, and to recharge it will be enough to place the devices in a special charging zone. However, this innovation also has certain disadvantages: gadgets will have to be charged more often and for longer, as they will lose energy faster than usual.

There will be chargers for absolutely all brand products: from iPhones to MacBooks. This is not the first attempt by Apple to get rid of outdated chargers, a similar technology is used in Apple Watch, which can be charged a few millimeters from the power source, but the new version should be an order of magnitude more advanced.

10. Apple Watch

Apple Watch was able to immediately eclipse tablets and classic Swiss watches on the market: devices in the form of wristwatches, which took on a decent portion of the functions of a regular tablet or phone, turned out to be an extremely convenient find for active people and instantly gained considerable popularity. Now Apple Watch is one of the main products of the brand - they plan to sell at least 100 million copies by the end of next year.

The price, however, is still biting, but Apple is also busy reducing their cost for the sake of greater availability of the product. The functionality of the “watch” is also expanding: new applications are being created, and the built-in wi-fi will allow you to easily use them to access the network. Probably, Apple Watch will be able to squeeze out fitness bracelets in the market, taking over their functions.

About future

Analysts have recorded an incredible increase in consumer interest in modern multifunctional gadgets. Thus, this year, customers of large stores were 6 times more likely to prefer smartphones than personal PCs, laptops or tablets. We invite you to find out what new the market is preparing to offer consumers and what innovative technologies of the future can be found in new products in 2018.

In this article we will tell you:

Every year, smartphones surprise us with more and more new features. Today, large screens and quality cameras, high-speed access to Internet technologies and the ability to work with documents. But, manufacturers do not stop there and, perhaps already in 2018, new gadgets that will appear on the market will have not only a radically new design, but also such functions as:

visualization of 3D holograms;
contactless screens that read commands without direct touch;
the ability to work in autonomous mode for the longest possible time and quickly charge high-capacity batteries;
high level of protection from dust, humidity and other negative external influences;
unprecedented means of protecting personal information.

From a design point of view, the most anticipated new flexible devices on the market are Samsung Galaxy X1 and Lenovo CPlus. Both smartphones will use innovative screen models. But, the new Galaxy X1 most likely received a folding book case, and Lenovo CPlus - the ability to bend at several points, turning from mobile phone in a stylish bracelet.

Also in 2018, frameless monoblocks promise to become a trend. This is exactly the design that Apple, Xiaomi and Meizu promise to implement in their new models.

Samsung announces 2018 release new Galaxy S9 Edge with a curved screen that will occupy the entire plane of the front panel.

New 2018 products for gamers

Industry computer games demonstrates a rapid pace of development, which requires manufacturers to significantly improve technical parameters and expand the capabilities of game consoles. Thus, in 2018, new gaming electronics are expected from the largest corporations Sony and Microsoft.

Sony PlayStation 5

The most anticipated device in the gaming world is, without a doubt, the 5th generation PlayStation. It is expected that the console will receive such innovations as:

new powerful processor AMD;
performance at 10 Teraflops;
even higher quality virtual reality visualization;
new models of functional gaming add-ons, such as virtual reality helmets and a wide variety of gaming controllers.

Most likely, new gaming stations from Sony will be available for purchase in the second half of 2018.

Xbox One X

Microsoft plans to offer gamers the Xbox One X console. But, unfortunately, the device will not support virtual reality simulators, providing players with only high-quality visualization in Ultra HD resolution, 3840 × 2160.

We invite you to watch the video presentation of the new console:

Apple virtual reality glasses

Besides standard features, which could already be tried in latest models VR glasses, a device developed by Apple engineers, will be able to offer its owner:

full synchronization with iPhone;
mixed reality, the essence of which is to adapt the game situation to the area surrounding the user;
high-quality built-in photo and video camera, for use of which you do not need to remove the gadget.

PC Innovation

Along with classic models personal computers, powerful gaming laptops and compact tablets, hybrid models will appear on the market throughout 2018, because consumers today are interested in new gadgets that combine the advantages of different types of PCs.

A striking example of new transformable computers can be considered Lenovo laptops Blade and Microsoft Surface Pro 5, scheduled for release in 2018.

If you are more interested in new gaming electronics, using which you can run the TOP games that will be released in 2018 on a desktop PC, we recommend paying attention to such new market products as:

innovative 10nm Intel processors Cannonlake;
video cards with GDDR6 memory;
New Generation GPUs NVIDIA Volta, which may appear at the end of 2017;
dual-chip Vega 10 video cards from AMD.

One can only guess what the price of computers equipped with such new products will be. Only one thing can be said with confidence – their cost will be in the premium segment.

Personal vehicles in 2018

In 2017, the following individual vehicles became publicly available:

Segways;
hoverboards;
unicycles.

In the coming year, interest in such new market products will rapidly increase. We can expect that prices for personal electric vehicles for moving around the city streets will decrease, and technical specifications models - to improve. Among the expected characteristics of new Segways and hoverboards, the following can be noted:

increased cross-country ability due to increased wheel diameter;
more powerful batteries, allowing to increase battery life;
integration of a fast charging system;
protection from humidity, which will allow the use of transport not only in warm and dry weather;
full integration with gadgets running under iOS control or Android.

It is worth noting that today, people moving along city streets in similar models of electric vehicles are subject to the same rules as pedestrians. But, quite possibly, in the near future, this issue will be reconsidered, because the maximum permissible speed of electric vehicles with each new model is growing rapidly.

All those futuristic movies we've been watching over the past 20 years could soon become a reality. And proof of this is in the 15 incredible gadgets that were recently demonstrated at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Let's see what the future holds for us!

FZERO1 concept car

Faraday Future demonstrated a single-seat car of the future at the exhibition. The creators boasted the FZERO1's ability to predict the driver's intentions and adapt to his needs. Of course, FZERO1 has a lot to go through before it becomes a reality, but it has the potential to take cars into new era safe and environmentally friendly vehicles.

Vivitar Speaker Smart Bulb

This light bulb from Vivitar has a speaker and the ability to connect to a smartphone via Bluetooth. With help free application You can turn on music through the light bulb, and it will pulsate to the rhythm of the selected song. You can also choose the degree of illumination, color and even set a timer. A smart light bulb will cost between $15 and $30.

Folding Home Theater

Royole-X is foldable home cinema, which went through many prototypes before the creators finally perfected it and put it up for sale. Music, movies, video games - Royole-X is ready for everything. It comes with noise canceling headphones and the coolest thing is that the helmet allows you to adjust the focus for people with low vision. For $600, buyers should be happy!

Segway Ninebot

One of the coolest and most innovative technologies that were presented at CES this year. This Ninebot Segway is more than just a means of transportation. It is also capable of independently moving around the house and serves as a security system, warning that someone has entered the house. He draws a map of the house for himself, so he will never bump into walls or overturn furniture. Ninebot fully interacts with the user and communicates with him in real time, almost like a real person.

Light bulbs from Sengled

The introduction of this product at CES 2016 definitely shed new light on the capabilities of good old light bulbs. The Sengled light bulb has various properties that it exhibits when connected to Wi-Fi. It can be used as a security camera when you're not home, it will notify residents if the fire alarm goes off or a baby cries, and it will also read reminders out loud to you when you enter the room.

Hairmax Laserband

CES attendees were shocked to discover just how far hair care products have come. Hairmax Laserband is wireless device for the treatment of hair loss. This “rim” emits weak radiation that stimulates the cells of the scalp. It can be used by both men and women, and most importantly, you don’t need to make an appointment with a doctor!

Minibus Volkswagen BUDD-e

Volkswagen presented the electric car of the future at CES 2016. Externally, the car resembles something between a VW Beetle and a Kia Soul. Inside, the car looks like a real living room. The passenger seat can be turned to face the rear passengers. All rear seats fold and unfold depending on the owner's needs. There are no more switches on the dashboard, their place is taken by three monitors that can be customized. This is a small step for Volkswagen and a giant leap for the future of cars!

Alarm clock with voice control

Today, almost no one uses an alarm clock anymore; it is successfully replaced by a smartphone. But perhaps they will come back into fashion thanks to this creation from the French company Bonjour. This alarm clock responds to the user's voice commands and shows him the weather, traffic information, time (of course) and plays music. The price fluctuates around $200, the miracle alarm clocks will begin to be sold by the Christmas season this year.

Quell

NeuroMetrix has introduced Quell, a neurostimulator that relieves chronic pain. During a painful attack, the device stimulates sensory nerves, which send a signal to the brain, which in turn blocks the pain. The device is attached to the leg and can be easily hidden under clothing. The creators guarantee that Quell improves sleep and relieves pain 24 hours a day.

Sports equipment from ADIDAS

Most people associate ADIDAS exclusively with sportswear and shoes. But this year the company decided to succumb to the general fashion and released the SmartRun watch and the SmartBall. The watch is designed for runners - it supports GPS, monitors your heartbeat and calculates the distance covered. The battery lasts for 8 hours of active work. Also at CES 2016, ADIDAS introduced the SmartBall soccer ball, which collects information about the speed, force and trajectory of the impact. After your workout, you can view the information on your smartphone or other device.

Marathon Laundry Washing Machine

The Marathon Laundry startup was created by Glenn Reid, who previously worked for Steve Jobs for six years. He called his creation “Tesla in the world” washing machines" The Marathon Laundry washer dryer features an A9 processor, 1GB RAM, and a touch screen. You can control the machine using an application on your smartphone via WiFi connection. Sales should start this year, the price will be approximately $1200.

Oree accessories

Ecological and organic lifestyles have also reached the technology accessories sector. At CES 2016, Orée introduced its line of chargers, keyboards, trackpads and the like, made entirely of wood and leather. At first glance, the objects in the photo may seem like prototypes, but visitors to the exhibition tried out the keyboard and were convinced that these were actually working models. Smartphone cases have already been assembled from such materials, but Orée has taken it to a new level.

Klaxoon Connecting with colleagues or working on a common school project using only the Internet can be difficult. To get the desired result, you need to constantly communicate, download and upload files, and compare notes. Klaxoon is a device that will allow you to do all this without an internet connection. Up to 40 people can simultaneously connect to this gadget from their devices, and information from the cloud is available to a thousand.

Presence home security system

Netatmo – French company, which has set itself the goal of creating only the best and most advanced products for the home. This year they developed a smart security camera that records movement in the yard and, using a complex algorithm, determines whether it is a car, an animal or a person. If a stranger is hanging around the house, she will inform the owner about it by sending a message to the smartphone, and even show him the recording in real time.

Smart scales Polar Balance Scale

For a long time, Libras were silent inhabitants of the far corner of the room, watching with silent reproach as we ate a packet of chips. But that's a thing of the past now - Polar has released scales that we love and love working with. The Polar Balance Scale is paired with a bracelet that collects information about the user's movements. Based on this information, the scale calculates which exercises the user should do to burn the most calories, how to achieve best results and even on what day you can eat an extra cookie. For $100 you get not just a scale, but a friendly assistant.

A waterproof keychain that will help you not lose your keys, wallet, phone or backpack. The gadget will notify you of the loss with a loud signal, which is clearly audible even in a noisy train station, and will allow you to track your belongings on the map.

Who is it suitable for?: For those who want a beautiful fitness tracker that fits perfectly into the Apple ecosystem.

Who is it suitable for?: for everyone who does not have a fitness tracker or owners of a previous version.

The most affordable and at the same time functional gadget not only for those who are interested in sports, but also for any modern person. In addition to fitness capabilities, Mi Band 3 will be able to offer convenient broadcasting of notifications, weather forecasts, as well as an alarm clock and a smartphone search function.

Who is it suitable for?: owners of iPhone and other Apple equipment.

Who is it suitable for?: for connoisseurs of convenient consumption of media content.

An ideal device for watching TV series and movies in maximum quality. The new generation of Apple's branded TV set-top box supports 4K video playback, HDR, and Dolby Atmos surround sound. At your service streaming services, online cinemas, as well as thousands of games and applications from the App Store.

6. Baseus 20,000 mAh

Who is it suitable for?: to all gadget lovers.

With such a capacious external battery It’s easy to recharge not only a smartphone, watch or headphones, but also a tablet and even a laptop. Thanks to the support Quick Charge 3.0 and a large number of ports ensure the fastest charging and wide compatibility.

Who is it suitable for?: everyone who works with important data.

A drive with a huge capacity, which will be enough for any data and storage of digital content. Easy connection, high speed recording and copying, as well as simplicity and ease of operation.

Who is it suitable for?: photographers, videographers and everyone who works with content.

A secure portable SSD weighing only 80 grams, which is not afraid of dust, rain, or even falls. The drive will become a faithful companion on any journey and will delight you with its extreme data recording speed.

Who is it suitable for?: for lovers of music and active recreation.

A powerful all-terrain speaker with a durable, waterproof housing and excellent sound quality. JBL Charge 4 easily withstands not only splashes, but also complete immersion in water. The speaker supports simultaneous connection to two smartphones, can charge gadgets and allows up to 20 hours.

Who is it suitable for?: to everyone who really reads a lot.

A thin and light reader with a stunning E-ink display, the text on which is almost indistinguishable from that printed on paper. The new Kindle Paperwhite has improved backlighting and is water-resistant. It will allow you to enjoy not only regular books, but also audiobooks.

Who is it suitable for?: everyone without exception (except for ardent Apple haters).

A brand new smartphone is a great gift. And it’s just perfect for this. A win-win option that will delight you with its design, internal filling and impeccable user experience. XS Max may be too big for some, but standard version it will be just right.

Who is it suitable for?: everyone who prefers Android devices to Apple products.

The new Pixel 3 will be as desirable a gift for a true Android fan as the iPhone XS is for an Apple fan. Flagship Google smartphone It has advanced features, a luxurious design, supports wireless charging and excellent shooting.

Who is it suitable for?: for those who have been waiting for an update for a long time and for everyone who needs a lightweight laptop.

The updated MacBook Air with Retina display is the best laptop available on the market. Thin and light, it boasts not only a productive filling, but also an autonomy of up to 12 hours.

Who is it suitable for?: to console players from the Sony camp.

A charged version of the PlayStation, as Sony itself calls it. PS4 Pro is suitable for both those who want to get their first console and those who are planning to switch to new version with an old PlayStation to get full VR and 4K support.

Who is it suitable for?: console players from the Microsoft camp.

Microsoft's flagship console and most powerful game console On the market. Its performance is sufficient for even the most high-tech games.

Who is it suitable for?: For everyone who loves tablets and wants to get the most out of them.

Most advanced apple tablet with a huge frameless display, which is more powerful than some computers and can easily replace them when an external keyboard is connected. Using the Apple Pencil stylus, you can take notes and draw, and it charges by simply being attached to the tablet body.

Who is it suitable for?: for outdoor enthusiasts and bloggers.

One of the best action cameras that has long become an industry standard. A true miracle of engineering in a durable, waterproof case. It can shoot video in 4K at 60 frames per second, take 12-megapixel photos, using image stabilization and enhancement systems, which allows you to achieve amazing results.

Who is it suitable for?: children and boys of any age.

A compact folding quadcopter with a collision protection system, which is perfect for learning, and after mastering the flying technique, it will allow you to make the most of the available capabilities. Mavic Air can shoot in 4K, has three-axis stabilization, reaches speeds of up to 70 km/h and can stay in the air for up to 20 minutes without recharging.

Who is it suitable for?: For those who want a beautiful fitness tracker that fits perfectly into the Apple ecosystem.

Who is it suitable for?: for everyone who does not have a fitness tracker or owners of a previous version.

Who is it suitable for?: owners of iPhone and other Apple equipment.

Who is it suitable for?: for connoisseurs of convenient consumption of media content.

An ideal device for watching TV series and movies in maximum quality. The new generation of Apple's branded TV set-top box supports 4K video playback, HDR, and Dolby Atmos surround sound. Streaming services, online cinemas, and thousands of games and applications from the App Store are at your service.

6. Baseus 20,000 mAh

Who is it suitable for?: to all gadget lovers.

With such a capacious external battery, it is easy to recharge not only a smartphone, watch or headphones, but also a tablet and even a laptop. With support for Quick Charge 3.0 and a large number of ports, the fastest charging possible and wide compatibility.

Who is it suitable for?: everyone who works with important data.

A drive with a huge capacity, which will be enough for any data and storage of digital content. Easy connection, high speed recording and copying, as well as simplicity and convenience of operation.

Who is it suitable for?: photographers, videographers and everyone who works with content.

Who is it suitable for?: for lovers of music and active recreation.

Who is it suitable for?: to everyone who really reads a lot.

Who is it suitable for?: everyone without exception (except for ardent Apple haters).

A brand new smartphone is a great gift. And it’s just perfect for this. A win-win option that will delight you with its design, internal filling and impeccable user experience. The XS Max may be too big for some, but the standard version will be just right.

Who is it suitable for?: everyone who prefers Android devices to Apple products.

The new Pixel 3 will be as desirable a gift for a true Android fan as the iPhone XS is for an Apple fan. Flagship smartphone Google has cutting-edge features, a luxurious design, wireless charging, and great photography.

Who is it suitable for?: for those who have been waiting for an update for a long time and for everyone who needs a lightweight laptop.

The updated MacBook Air with Retina display is the best laptop available on the market. Thin and light, it boasts not only a productive filling, but also an autonomy of up to 12 hours.

Who is it suitable for?: to console players from the Sony camp.

A charged version of the PlayStation, as Sony itself calls it. PS4 Pro is suitable for both those who want to get their first console, and those who are going to upgrade to a new version from an old PlayStation to get full support for virtual reality and 4K.

Who is it suitable for?: console players from the Microsoft camp.

Microsoft's flagship console and the most powerful gaming console on the market. Its performance is sufficient for even the most high-tech games.

Who is it suitable for?: For everyone who loves tablets and wants to get the most out of them.

Apple's most advanced tablet with a huge frameless display that is more powerful than some computers and can easily replace them when an external keyboard is connected. Using the Apple Pencil stylus, you can take notes and draw, and it charges by simply being attached to the tablet body.

Who is it suitable for?: for outdoor enthusiasts and bloggers.

Who is it suitable for?: children and boys of any age.