Payment systems are undergoing a revolution. Following payment by credit card, and then payment via mobile, the time has arrived for payments with smartwatches or fitness trackers. Whether you like it or not, this is what the future has in store for us.
The first robot taxis are on the road and, with investment in self-driving cars on the up, it may be that 2019 will see the AI vehicles becoming mainstream, but once these vehicles are accessible to everyone, then the real debate about their ethics will move from the academic to the real. And we might not like what we hear.
Are AR glasses really the technology of the future? We had a tantalizing glimpse of its potential when we had a chance to try the Magic Leap One, a much-hyped product that promised a revolutionary experience. We also speak with a developer about the work that needs to be done to make this magic real.
With signs pointing closer and closer towards Uber taking over Bird in a $2 billion deal, there is no shortage of investment in this sector of the mobility market. But where will it end? How long can scooter mania go on for?
I'm sick and tired of the wearables market! Where is the innovation? How long is this stagnation going to last until we see something new and creative?
Augmented reality is the way of the future according to many, but as with any new technology there are obstacles to overcome. While privacy is the concern that's mentioned most often, I think there's another big hurdle in the way of AR - digital fatigue.
Google's new tablet the Pixel Slate has arrived on the US, UK and Canadian markets. It has a sleek design and a promising spec sheet. However, it seems that the device can't decide what it wants to be - a laptop or a tablet. This has made me skeptical about is potential. It could be revolutionary, but it could also fail at both.
Everyone is familiar with the Big Mouth Billy Bass, a kind of rubber fish that moves on its board and sings. Everything being possible in technology, it is now equipped with Amazon's Alexa.
As the self-driving automobile industry ramps up, we’re starting to see more of these cars on roads around the world. However, there is one major problem with autonomous driving that has nothing to do with AI, safety or even the reliability of the technology.
Whether it's letters or phone calls, emails or text messages, people have always been concerned about possible invasions of their privacy. And with the arrival of smart speakers like Google Home and Amazon Alexa, the issue is more relevant than ever.
Foldable smartphones are finally among us! After years of incessant attempts, today's smartphones have practically reached their turning point. However, they have been met with a rather diffident reaction among users. Why the hate? These flexible devices will bring real benefits to our lives.
Artificial intelligence has incredible virtues but like any technology, it can be diverted to very dark ends. Still too little known, the potential of AI in warfare is considerable and is beginning to cause serious concern.
The smart home market has seen major growth in the last couple of years and is expected to continue growing in the future. Some experts see it as the next major app platform, but with every manufacturer releasing their own hubs and accompanying hardware, does it risk becoming fragmented?
Self-driving cars that bring you home or safely to work after the party are supposed to be the future. But there is also a purpose which not everyone may admit to being so excited about: the self-driving car as a brothel. But that's not the only part of the service industry that will be transformed by self-driving vehicles.
The technology that makes your home smart has never developed as much as it does today. Just think that, in 2018 alone, the smart home market produces profits of 23.5 million dollars. So why not build more smart homes?
While iPhone XS and XS Max immediately sold 45% more in the early days than the previous generation, Apple is forced to cut off production of iPhone XR. Ultimately, these budget devices may be a costly mistake for the Cupertino company.
The last big system update was only a few months ago and now Google has announced, on the down low, another update for the Smartwatch operating system Wear OS. The aim of the next update is to further improve the battery life of smartwatches.
Social media dominates the lives of many of us, and seduces with a promise of connection, togetherness, and support. But studies continue to confirm what we've long suspected - that heavy use of social media is linked to loneliness, sadness and low self-esteem. Why? There are still some conflicting ideas.
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