Have you noticed how fast technology is advancing? Some of these advances may seem disruptive, while others are godsent. Like years prior, 2022 witnessed its fair share of these technological changes. For the better part of 2022, technological trends changed how you transact, study, and secure your home.
The coming year won’t be any different. This article details how tech might change for the better in 2023 and highlights the trends you should look out for.
Rise of Artificial Intelligence and Humanoid Robots
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been on the rise. This trend is expected to continue in 2023 and beyond. AI has many applications, such as product recommendation, chatbots, voice search, and AI-powered assistants in e-commerce. The technology is also effective in fraud prevention. All these features will make your shopping in 2023 better.
In addition, AI can improve education for educators and learners. Educators will find AI helpful in handling administrative tasks and allowing them to personalize learning for students. New entrants like OpenAI can help learners by translating complicated text into something that is simpler to understand.
Besides, with other applications like facial recognition or disease detection in healthcare, AI will certainly take 2023 by storm for the better.
Contactless Shopping and Just Walk Out Technology
Shopping is part of everyday life, and the pandemic brought to light the importance of e-commerce. Although online shopping comes with challenges, like finding the right fit when buying clothes, contactless shopping has addressed this problem. Cutting-edge technology like a virtual fitting room, computer-aided holography, and augmented reality enable shopping without a human assistant.
This technology will change shoppers’ experience in 2023 since major retailers like Amazon have introduced fast, safe, and convenient Just Walk Out technology to use in Amazon Go shopping. In this shopping, you will pay using Amazon One, In-Store Code, and a credit or debit card linked to your account, standing a chance to win a free Amazon Gift Card.
Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) has been on an upward trajectory since Kevin Ashton coined the term in 1999. 2022 saw the implementation of this technology in home security systems, smart bulbs, domestic robots, connected thermostats, smart electronics, and smart door locks. IoT also spread to wearable health monitors, smart factory solutions, and autonomous farm machines.
Thanks to IoT, you will likely witness the convergence of enterprise metaverse and digital twins. This trend will enable developers to make safer facilities by stepping inside the digital twins through virtual reality (VR) headsets and better understanding the models.
5G
A study by Global Wireless Solutions showed that usage of 5G significantly grew in the U.S., with more than half of consumers accessing the network. The increase in use can be attributed to faster downloading speeds, more capacity, and low latency, which comes in handy in virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and IoT.
In 2023, using 5G will change how smartphones and devices connect, thanks to upgrades like network slicing to maximize use. This technology will also boost cloud computing, digital transmission, and more, making communication or collaboration easier.
Blockchain
This cutting-edge technology attracted investors as it could reduce costs and enable direct transactions among mutually entrusting users. However, it has faced challenges like lack of adoption, scalability, privacy, security, and criminal activities. In addition, it has been marred by 51% attacks, high energy consumption, and lack of standardization. But does that spell doom for blockchain technology? Not.
The looming regulations in 2023 will see blockchain spread outside the financial industry. Some possible adoption includes healthcare, public administration, manufacturing, and telecommunication. Thanks to this technology, you can choose which of your data is shareable online through digital identities.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity has become a major concern in 2022 with an increase in cyberattacks. However, technological trends in 2023 will aim to change this. Multi-factor authentication, which has grown in use, will play a major part in securing your accounts and devices.
A strong password management system and geolocation will protect you from intrusions. Time-based authentication will also protect your account from your accounts from access in different locations. Digital immunity system is another trend that will gain traction in 2023. These technology-enabled security measures will safeguard you when working or doing anything connected to the internet.
Broadband Satellite Internet
Notspots are a challenge even in the developed world, with some places lacking internet connection. In 2023, satellites will be able to directly connect to your phone. Companies such as Starlink and AST SpaceMobile are gearing up to roll out this technology through partnerships with mobile phone companies. You will now experience faster connection which is essential for business and day-to-day life.
Super Apps
Do you get overwhelmed by numerous apps on your devices? Super apps are about to change this. These multi-functional apps offer most of the services you would get from different platforms in one place.
Some super apps that may dominate 2023 include Omni, PhonePe, and Troop Messenger. Others on the forefront are Revolut and Alipay. These apps offer several services like hotel bookings, hailing cabs, ordering food, and grocery shopping. As a result, you will conveniently get everything you need from the same platform.
Green Technology
Rising environmental awareness will also take center stage in 2023 through technology. 2022 had 3D-printed houses using local soil, self-fertilizing crops, and recycling plastic to save the environment. In 2023, you can expect even more changes to help reverse the effects of global warming.
For instance, carbon capture for reuse will increase. Engineers are also working diligently to make better solar panels that produce sustainable energy. Green hydrogen electrolyzers will also be available in 2023, reducing air pollution and improving lives.
Final Thoughts
Technology is advancing fast, and with it comes changes every year. The past two years have witnessed a fair share of these changes, and 2023 will likely be the same. The technological trends you have read about in this article aim to improve your quality of life.
