10 Futuristic gadgets we wish were real and available for purchase
Before every great product comes a great idea. In between these two stages, there has to be a concept. While flying cars and the like are still a far-fetched reality, here are 10 futuristic gadgets that are still just concepts we’d love to own already.
- What are some upcoming tech trends for 2019? The tech industry is well on its way to taking us into the future. Of course, you can expect to see more AI and much-awaited 5G smartphones.
- Are flying cars available for real? Ever since Chitty Chitty Bang Bang first took off, the flying car has been considered the holy grail of futuristic transport. Here are the vehicles that are turning those dreams into reality.
- Where can you find more concept products? Here’s our concept category where you can find more futuristic designs and ideas.
Ever have a really brilliant idea and think how great it would be? How much it would help you with everyday tasks or bigger problems? While we personally may not have the means of technology, design, or innovation, there are some brilliant minds out there who do create a conceptual idea of what these great ideas are.
However, a great idea doesn’t always translate into an instant product or even a crowdfunding campaign. There has to be definitive technology in place for it to be a success. And, sometimes, we just don’t have the means yet. Here are 10 futuristic gadgets we really wish were real and hope they become a reality soon.
Ford Smart Lane-Keeping Bed
This mattress uses a clever conveyer belt system to keep your partner from hogging valuable sleeping space. Inspired by Ford’s very own lane-keeping technology, the Smart Lane-Keeping Bed uses pressure sensors to determine when your partner has crossed over. Using a conveyer belt, the bed gently moves the sleeper back to their rightful position.
The Sound Project Chromatic Mood-Enhancing Speaker
Designed as a new type of speaker system, The Sound Project would improve the listener’s mood through color and light therapy. Featuring a subtle base, the mood-enhancing speaker comes with a piece of polycarbonate on top. Likewise, the polycarbonate section displays song information and changes color according to your liking.
Improve your mood through color and light therapy
TEVOL Charging Pad Speaker
Aside from charging your phone, this device also works as a Bluetooth speaker. Just a bit larger than your regular charging pad, TEVOL comes with an integrated 360-degree speaker system. In addition, touch-sensitive controls enable you to choose songs or adjust volume straight from the TEVOL charging pad. Featuring an elegant disc-shape, the ring-shaped grill cover is complete with a fabric cover.
Just a bit larger than your regular charging pad
Cable Cradle Cable Management Solution
This conceptual device substitutes your conventional electrical outlet faceplate so you can hide excess cables for a neater appearance. Featuring a dish-like shape, Cable Cradle lets you to wrap any excess cable right around the faceplate. Likewise, this design makes it possible to hide the additional cable and keep it off the floor when you’re not plugged in. Easily adaptable, the cable management solution can work with any country’s plug styles.
Hide excess cables for a neater appearance
Paul Timmer Dwiss Elegant Recycling System
Consisting of four individual compartments, this system makes it easy to separate different types of waste. Featuring a minimal yet sleek design, Dwiss makes recycling into a breeze. To top it off, it also keeps your kitchen looking neat and tidy at all times by hiding any waste. With a wooden aesthetic, the elegant recycling system goes with any type of home decor.
It makes it easy to separate different types of waste
Vivo Apex 2019 5G Concept Phone
Utilizing 5G connectivity, this device does not have a single port. In addition, the Apex 2019 5G is complete with a fingerprint sensor that almost takes up the whole screen. As a result, you can unlock the phone with multiple fingers by placing them on almost any frontal area of the phone.
The fingerprint sensor almost takes up the whole screen
Google Visual Assistant Artificial Intelligence Projector
This device combines visual and sound information to produce new possibilities. Google Visual Assistant takes the idea of voice assistants on smart speakers a step further by incorporating it into more products. Utilizing Google’s artificial intelligence, space recognition, and speech recognition technology, the projector changes the way users interact with products.
It combines visual and sound information to produce new possibilities
Drip Sculptural Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
This device features a unique handle-less design, making it much smaller than standard vacuum cleaners. Thanks to its sculptural aesthetic, Drip adds a touch of elegance to your chores. In addition, the handheld vacuum cleaner mounts onto the accompany pedestal for quick and easy charging. Likewise, the pedestal doubles as a stand so you can put Drip on display and keep it within reach.
It features a unique handle-less design
Tap and Drop Smartphone-Connected Coffee Machine
This conceptual product revolutionizes the way you start your day by adding simplicity and efficiency to your coffee making routine. Featuring smooth curves, the top of the Tap and Drop coffee machine guides the coffee beans inside. Using the mobile app, you can order your perfect cup of coffee from anywhere.
The machine features smooth curves
Nintendo Flex Game Boy Concept
Designed by YJ Yoon, this gaming system offers a modern upgrade to the legendary Nintendo Game Boy that was popular from 1989 to 2003. Featuring the same single-unit style as the original, the Nintendo Flex houses sleek inlaid control buttons, an ergonomic design, and a speaker out of the way so the sound is never muffled.
The Nintendo Flex houses control buttons and a screen
Which one of these conceptual products would you love to see become a reality? Share with us in the comments below.
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