Technology is advancing at an alarming rate
and there are many inventors trying to get their product out there to make our
lives easier and more enjoyable. From artificial intelligence to the newest
virtual reality, the new inventions are being developed and enhanced in ways we
never thought possible.
Baby X is an artificial intelligence
simulation created at the University of Auckland in New Zealand has been
created to simulate the learning of toddlers. The “toddler” is one of many
artificial intelligences being created today and is learning more every day.
With basic facial imitations and a short attention span Baby X is an intriguing
concept. The way Baby X works is the programing allows for the same chemical reactions
that we have with dopamine and oxytocin that react in our brain and code that
into a program connected with sensory digital input to make sense of what is
asked of her. Maybe someday parents will be able to see if they are ready for
children by working with a simulation similar to Baby X.
Ever
wondered what while be next after HDTV? Well you may want to consider looking
into 4K resolution TV’s. When you think of HDTV’s you think of a display that
matches no other but 4K TV’s, also known as “Ultra HD”, have intensified the
image you see on the TV and make it less pixelated. The only problem so far
with these TV’s is they are expensive, and we don’t have the internet currently
to sustain images that are in 3840 x 2160 resolution. Though Netflix is
providing some more content in that resolution, but it is under debate as to
whether they should be allowed to do so because it could slow everyone else’s
internet down.
Drones are quickly becoming a hot topic.
They have been banned in many national parks and are slowly becoming a common
recreational toy. You can (for a price) pick up a drone that can be flown
easily and has an HD camera to take magnificent photos. For example, the DJI
Phantom 2 can fly to new heights, take HD video, and even go back to its
original location, but is it ready for recreational or commercial use? Below is
a video showing the DJI Phantom 2 in action.
Printers
have been around for around 1000 years, but they have only been able to print
2D images. However, in the past 30-40 years 3D printers were invented. 3D printing has come
a long way since it was invented. For instance, with a 3D printer a person can
print a new phone case, cups, or organs. Another notable 3D printing phenomenon
that a Chinese company has created is 3D print recycled houses. These houses
are being sold for under $5,000 and the company can print up to 10 houses a
day. There are also some repercussions to people using 3D printers because
people are developing fully equipped guns. But the fact that they can 3D print
organs is amazing.
Virtual
reality has always been the impossible or so it seems but in the past few years
the new device called the “Oculus Rift” has made the impossible possible. By
just strapping the headset on top of your head you can simulate rollercoasters,
combat, or watch movies. The newest model of the Oculus Rift, the V2, has
allowed for many new features. For instance, if
a user leans forward the Oculus will react accordingly. The company also
fixed the nausea problem players were having while moving around with the Rift
on. The Rift is currently still in development stages but can be purchased for
a mere $350.
There are
many astonishing things happening in the tech industry and it is becoming
harder and harder to keep up. We can only hope that the average consumer won’t
have to reach down deep into their pockets to purchase all of these cool new
gadgets.
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