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Look to the future – PlayStation 4, Xbox 720, PSP 2

WorldInFuture — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:08:27 +0000

Wikipedia says that a video game console “is an interactive entertainment computer or electronic device that produces a video display signal which can be used with a display device (a television, monitor, etc.) to display a video game”. There are so many great gaming consoles out there, PlayStation 3, Wii, Xbox 360, PSP.

In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Sony was the dominant player in the video game industry. Sony Playstation 2 was extremely popular and had a great share of the console market. Then showed up one powerful tech corporation which could dethrone Sony. It was Microsoft, of course.

After the Microsoft’s first home console (Xbox) wasn’t successful enough, Microsoft released a new and much better version of its console called Xbox 360. Xbox 360 was considered, at the time, revolutionary. The entrance of Microsoft into the video game business was a sign that a new console war began. As an answer to Xbox 360, Sony presented the next version of its Playstation line called PS3.

So how and when will this war be over? What will decide this war? One of the most important weapons could be design. Some people think that PS3 has better design than XBOX 360 and some disagree. Of course, technical specifications are very important but there are many people that will buy a game console based just on its look.

We present you a work of Mr. Tai Chiem and his vision of future Playstation and Xbox (Playstation 4 and Xbox 720). We also present you a futuristic vision of PSP (Portable Sony Playstation), PSP2.

Playstation 4

Xbox 720

PlayStation Portable 2

Source: Tai Chiem

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Green Roof: Solution To Outdated, Historical Bridges

WorldInFuture — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 18:28:48 +0000

While it is true that rail and air are important parts of our transportation system, cars, buses, and trucks remain the mode of travel many of us need daily. In time as we build out and expand our transportation system, it is critical to replace the outdated and undersized parts.

Existing I-5 bridges are old, and thus â€˜historicâ€™, but they are unattractive.

The Oregon/Washington I-5 Freeway Bridge is clearly the single worst element in the Oregon/Washington region’s transportation blood and great example of outdated, historical bridge which needs some touch from the future. Good companies and valuable people are crippled if key portions of their day are spent in slowed or stopped traffic.

Furthermore, it is quite harmful to business effectiveness and cultural mental health to have permanent guaranteed delay built into the system.

Humans are capable of designing and building a 21st century bridge, so why rebuild the bridges and their preâ€“fifties technology. Would you re-make your grandma’s ice box, or get a state-of-the-art refrigerator? The two existing I-5 bridges are old, and thus â€˜historicâ€™, but they are unattractive. While it is true that ‘good looks’ are not standard for historic character, we cannot keep every old thing, without turning this urban landscape into an un-functional lifeless museum.

The design of the I-5 Columbia Crossing Bridge must meet all immediate needs, and it must look to the future. There is a need to make the finest multi-modal bridge we can.

Great artist and architect, Bill Badrick, has some awesome concept ideas for bridge of the future.

This bridge would be amazing. It would draw visitors from around the world, and be an unparalleled recreation opportunity for those in the Portland/Vancouver area.

First, the park roof, like the covered bridge roof / walls, will protect everyone on the roadway from the rugged winter storms.

Second, the structural support elements of the bridge and the protective paint will not be exposed to wear and tear. This will extend the bridge’s critical maintenance- free life well into the future.

Concept drawing of a proposal for a new Washington/Oregon greenway bridge

Third, the Park-Roof will allow the natural ‘democratic’ travel of native animals from state to state.

Finally, a one-of-a-kind park, will draw cultural visitors and well – heeled tourists from around the world. This Park-Roofed Multi-Modal Bridge can be regional symbol, Green- Golden Gate Bridge.

Awesome concept drawing of a proposal for a new Washington/Oregon greenway bridge

Source: Bill Badrick

Intelligent Tap For Perfectly Washed Hands in the Future

WorldInFuture — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:42:39 +0000

How long do your hands stay clean after you wash them? Not very much, because you always: touch the tap with your dirty hands, wash your hands, and again touch the dirty tap with your clean hands. So, your hands are not actually clean even after you wash them. Is there a better way? Yes, there is, and it is called “The Water Symphony”!

The Water Symphony

So how do you wash your hands without touching the tap? This is a futuristic tap with OLED display, sensors, and microphone. Next part is very cool, you come to the sink and pronounce a needed temperature value. You bring your hands to the tap and water (with temperature you requested) starts to flow. You can adjust water pressure by moving your finger from one to another sensor.

The Water Symphony

“Magic” is under the sink. There is a microprocessor and a water temperature and pressure adjustment device.

The Water Symphony

Design: Mukomelov Studio

Is It A Heart Or Bracelet? It Is A Phone in the Future!

WorldInFuture — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:57:09 +0000

Nokia 888 is a concept design phone from Tamer Nakisci. This Nokia phone is all about great design and possibility to completely change its form according to your needs.

It uses liquid batteries, speech recognition, flexible touchscreen and touch-sensitive body cover. It has a simple programmable body mechanism so that its form changes for different situations.

It is targeted to the young consumers who are likely to be active and take place in a lot of different activities.

Morph into any design you wish

You can send and receive forms from friends. You can send a heart shape to your girlfriend, so her telephone turns into an icon of heart.

Nokia 888 in form you prefer

When you want to talk over the phone, the body form turns into the form ofÂ theÂ “normal” telephone.

ReceiveÂ SMS in non-standard way

There is also a nice video where you can see this remarkable concept phone in action.

Car That Goes Without Driver

WorldInFuture — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 10:18:36 +0000

Check this conceptual car that speaks the future. Future with driverless cars, fully electric powered and with support of solar energy.
Driverless navigation should be achieved via GPS, Lidar, radar, accelerometers.

Driverless car

This future car has very few mechanical parts, and is complete green solution based on clean energy.

Green driverless car

It provides mini display where you could type where you want to go or just say it.

Mini display

There could be some other options also, and some simple info.

Driverless car remote 2

Wrap-around seating for 7 passengers, and screen for enjoyment.

Interior of driverless car

It contains large display for info, searches, browsing, communication. Open-source software with downloadable apps for carpool and car-share through social networking, pre-loaded trips, city tours, virtual drivers, etc.

Beautifull interior of car

Driverless car on parking

Cars that will drive itself

Driverless car