When you look at how manufacturing continues to evolve around us, in my mind I see 2 phases. And to illustrate my point, I'd throw up the automobile, locomotive and the aviation industry. The first phase, as I see it, began more than a hundred years ago, starting as new inventions, then evolving at a steady pace right up to the early nineties.
At around that point, a nascent electronics industry slowly but surely began to embed itself within these 3 industries and also every other, directly and indirectly. This catalyst for change brought us newer and more dynamic technologies at an astonishing pace; clearly no industry could ignore the benefits of electronics within. This for me is the 2nd phase that commenced in the early nineties right up to the present.
So there you have it. About a hundred years for animal drawn carriages to evolve to mechanical vehicles, and from then on, enhancements fly by so fast that our world is transformed in 2 decades and less. GPS guidance, pilot-less, voice or motion activated, satellite-tracked, iris scanning and many more widgets that have now become the standard. But latest models are only as good as the next release that's being readied for launch. From then on, it's that dreaded free-fall we know as 'depreciation', and the wait for the next model.
We'd speculate on whats next, because those at the forefront of innovation are now launching products that we didn't ever know we'd need. In the past, concepts and production were guided by market research and analysis, driven by you and me. Today, they're out in front of us, telling us what we will need in our futures. Production and shipping, is then only a few clicks away.
If you're a die-hard Black Friday or Boxing Day shopper, then my two cents on the next wave shouldn't faze you. Lets face it: nothings going to stop you from doing what you've got to do. In fact your last indulgence isn't a month old at the time of this article, so go ahead and enjoy your toy(s). My views are intended for those who'd wait for their next 'Objets désirés'. My notes just might help you take an informed decision. If my views interest you, then drill further with qualified resources & sites, as this is definitely not a techie article.
Smart-phones: The newest mobile communication standard is known as LTE (Long Term Evolution) that carriers tested with little publicity over the last 2-3 years. From what I know, Android & Windows mobile devices are early adopters, and Apple hasn't yet fallen in line. While LTE is described as 3.9G (just short of 4G), carriers are now preparing for 'LTE Advanced' that will meet 4G and beyond. There's a good chance the next iPhone will adopt this standard.
What this really means: No more latency in streaming or gaming; interactive content is going to come at you instantaneously. Your online experience would be super-fast!
TVs: Unless you live in a trade-embargo zone, you'd have noticed by now that prices of LCDs & Plasmas have been dropping so low that even those who don't watch TV, now have a large screen on their wish list. You could take advantage now, unless you'd prefer to wait for the next wave, which is a battle between 3D & OLED (organic light-emitting diode). While you already know of 3D, a quick interpretation of OLED is a thinner screen that emits a richer and a more vibrant experience than even LCDs or Plasmas! Several smartphones already use OLED and you can expect to see these in TVs within 2012.
Tablets: Somewhere around mid-year 2012, the dust should settle on the tablet wars and we'll see who is still standing. That Apple & Samsung will dominate is a no-brainer, but the question would be of whats changed with surviving contenders. In my view key features that would stand out are processing speeds, display screens and mobility. New models are coming at us this spring, and you already know which those would be. Whether you'd discard your PC for a tablet is also up for debate, but any which way, we can agree that (apps) applications are cutting to the chase for instant gratification.
Despite new versions, you've got to know that stretching your existing device is also an option, but only up until there's no further support or when irreversibly damaged.
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At around that point, a nascent electronics industry slowly but surely began to embed itself within these 3 industries and also every other, directly and indirectly. This catalyst for change brought us newer and more dynamic technologies at an astonishing pace; clearly no industry could ignore the benefits of electronics within. This for me is the 2nd phase that commenced in the early nineties right up to the present.
So there you have it. About a hundred years for animal drawn carriages to evolve to mechanical vehicles, and from then on, enhancements fly by so fast that our world is transformed in 2 decades and less. GPS guidance, pilot-less, voice or motion activated, satellite-tracked, iris scanning and many more widgets that have now become the standard. But latest models are only as good as the next release that's being readied for launch. From then on, it's that dreaded free-fall we know as 'depreciation', and the wait for the next model.
We'd speculate on whats next, because those at the forefront of innovation are now launching products that we didn't ever know we'd need. In the past, concepts and production were guided by market research and analysis, driven by you and me. Today, they're out in front of us, telling us what we will need in our futures. Production and shipping, is then only a few clicks away.
If you're a die-hard Black Friday or Boxing Day shopper, then my two cents on the next wave shouldn't faze you. Lets face it: nothings going to stop you from doing what you've got to do. In fact your last indulgence isn't a month old at the time of this article, so go ahead and enjoy your toy(s). My views are intended for those who'd wait for their next 'Objets désirés'. My notes just might help you take an informed decision. If my views interest you, then drill further with qualified resources & sites, as this is definitely not a techie article.
Smart-phones: The newest mobile communication standard is known as LTE (Long Term Evolution) that carriers tested with little publicity over the last 2-3 years. From what I know, Android & Windows mobile devices are early adopters, and Apple hasn't yet fallen in line. While LTE is described as 3.9G (just short of 4G), carriers are now preparing for 'LTE Advanced' that will meet 4G and beyond. There's a good chance the next iPhone will adopt this standard.
What this really means: No more latency in streaming or gaming; interactive content is going to come at you instantaneously. Your online experience would be super-fast!
TVs: Unless you live in a trade-embargo zone, you'd have noticed by now that prices of LCDs & Plasmas have been dropping so low that even those who don't watch TV, now have a large screen on their wish list. You could take advantage now, unless you'd prefer to wait for the next wave, which is a battle between 3D & OLED (organic light-emitting diode). While you already know of 3D, a quick interpretation of OLED is a thinner screen that emits a richer and a more vibrant experience than even LCDs or Plasmas! Several smartphones already use OLED and you can expect to see these in TVs within 2012.
Tablets: Somewhere around mid-year 2012, the dust should settle on the tablet wars and we'll see who is still standing. That Apple & Samsung will dominate is a no-brainer, but the question would be of whats changed with surviving contenders. In my view key features that would stand out are processing speeds, display screens and mobility. New models are coming at us this spring, and you already know which those would be. Whether you'd discard your PC for a tablet is also up for debate, but any which way, we can agree that (apps) applications are cutting to the chase for instant gratification.
Despite new versions, you've got to know that stretching your existing device is also an option, but only up until there's no further support or when irreversibly damaged.
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