We have come a long way in just a few years and here are 22 pictures that prove it. Forget 2015, we are already in the future.
1. There is an app that translates signs in real time.
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2. Astronauts are taking selfies like this in space.
3. This guys bionic arm.
4. And this robotic hand doing up a shoelace.
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5. Water resistant protection like this exists.
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6. Cities are growing quicker than ever. This is Shanghai between 1987 and now:
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7. There are entire libraries where you just scan the QR code to get the book you want.
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8. Adverts that interact with their surroundings.
9. Ice Cream holograms are a real thing.
10. Oculus rift being used for 3D sculpting.
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11. All of this now fits in your pocket.
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12. The amount of new planets discovered this year compared to all previous years.
13. There is a bin that knows where your rubbish is going to land.
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14. Robots are getting more realistic.
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15. This door:
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16. Scientists can turn memories into videos.
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17. This has happened.
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18. Bathrooms with smart glass that comes on when you lock the door. Would you trust it?
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19. This is what can be done with a green screen.
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20. This automatically stabilising spoon for people with parkinson’s.
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21. Transparent cars are being developed.
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22. How gatherings have changed:
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If you were getting a little too excited about the future though, here’s a reminder that we still have some problems to overcome…
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