When you consider that only 100 years ago, we had only just invented the analogue telephone, we have certainly come a long way. As digital tech develops, we are entering a new dimension of digital connectivity and there will come a day when all systems are wireless.
Data transfer
The speed at which digital data can be transmitted defines performance and with the latest generation of fibre cable, which has amazing capacity for data transmission. Data centres use the latest generation of fibre cabling that enables speed-of-light transfer.
Bluetooth technology
Bluetooth is a tech that enables hi-speed data transfer over short distances (up to 10 m), which is ideal for headphone and exterior speaker connections. The technology was originally developed as a stop-gap until something better came along and it was first introduced in 1989.
The Internet of Things (IoT)
The IoT is a platform designed for digital devices to talk to each other and this super-fast information highway offers unlimited potential. Combined with AI, road, air and ocean traffic will be monitored in real-time. Machine learning is developing at an alarming pace and this will automate many of our processes, changing the way we live our lives.
5th & 6th generation Internet connectivity
We have all seen the insane speeds of 5G and 6G is touted to be even quicker; by the time 6G is introduced, every square metre of the planet will be covered. It is hard to believe that we can enjoy real-time video calls with someone on the other side of the planet and for a very small cost, if at all. Click here for tips on how to get the most out of Google Drive.
Virtual reality
VR is another exciting sector that is developing daily; higher resolution screens, faster data processing and transmission; the Metaverse awaits those who are brave enough to enter this mysterious world. Gamers are already exploring VR, with hi-res graphics and lightning-fast data transfer and if you haven’t yet experienced VR, it won’t be long before you’ll have an opportunity to put on a headset and see what all the fuss is about.
Touch-screen technology
This is not exactly new technology, touch screens have been around for a few years, yet the latest devices offer super high resolution. How long will we have to wait for air-screens? Screens that project into fresh air and before you say that is impossible, prototypes are already in the pipeline.
Australia is leading the way with digital technology, as the government understands the importance of cutting-edge technology and making the best use of IT. This is certainly an exciting time to be alive, as new sectors open up and when buying IT hardware, you should invest in the highest spec available, which should be fine for 2-3 years. Complete wireless connectivity is no more than 5 years away and the Internet 3.0 will be a game-changer for us all.