Human Interest

"Most of us are familiar with digital maps on our phones or computers. We think nothing of using these devices when finding directions to an unfamiliar place but what about when want to dig deeper? Thanks to some groundbreaking technology called augmented reality, our digital maps could be undergoing a revolution, changing how we find and discover the world around us."

Via Fernando Gil

When making predictions, I have two criteria: the laws of physics must be obeyed and prototypes must exist that demonstrate “proof of principle.” I’ve interviewed more than 300 of the world’s top scientists, and many allowed me into laboratories where they are inventing the future. Their accomplishments and dreams are eye-opening. From my conversations with them, here’s a glimpse of what to expect in the coming decades:

Via Pierre Tran, Amy Cross, Mike Busarello's Digital Storybooks