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Using Technology to Stay Fit: A Simple Guide

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If you’re looking for innovative new ways to stay fit, it’s well worth using technology in order to meet your health and fitness goals faster. As you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to stay fit, using technology.

Invest in purchasing a fitness tracker such as a FitBit

If you are interested in tracking how active you are on a daily basis and how many calories you burn during your workouts, it’s well worth purchasing a wearable fitness tracker. As an example, you may want to purchase a FitBit sports watch in order to accurately track your steps taken, calories burned and your heart rate.

Use the free pedometer on your phone to track your steps

If you use an iPhone you’ll be able to use your iPhone’s built in pedometer in order to track how many steps you take each day. In order to stay fit the average adult should aim to take 10,000 steps per day. In order to meet your 10,000 step goal you may want to go for short walks during your lunch break and to catch public transportation to work, instead of driving to work. So that you’ll be able to get in extra steps working to and from your train or bus to your workplace. If you have an Android phone, don’t worry as you can download a free pedometer app to track your daily steps.

Start following workout channels on YouTube

You don’t have to pay for a gym membership in order to workout as there are endless free fitness channels on YouTube which feature full length workouts that you can complete from the comfort of your own home. Some examples of workouts which are available on YouTube include HIIT workouts, pilates workouts, yoga workouts and Zumba workouts. If you find a trainer whose workouts you enjoy, make sure to subscribe to their channels for more great content.

As a bonus some popular trainers who post workouts videos on YouTube offer free challenges such as month long weight loss challenges which feature scheduled daily workouts to follow.

Sign up for virtual fitness classes

If you prefer getting feedback from trainers, many fitness studios now offer Zoom based virtual classes which will allow you to get feedback on your workouts from a certified trainer. As an example, if you are interested in taking online yoga classes, your yoga trainer will be able to give you valuable feedback on your form. If you’re looking for further motivation, you may want to sign up for a Zoom based virtual class with one of your friends or a member of your family.

Download fitness apps on your phone

There are a wide variety of fun fitness apps which you may want to download to your phone. As an example, if you swear by the effectiveness of high intensity interval training sessions, you’ll be able to complete timed HIIT workouts by downloading a HIIT focused app.

So if you’re looking for tools that will help you increase your current level of fitness, it’s well worth following all of the technology focused fitness tips listed above.

The Future of Smart Phones

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A decade ago you may never have guessed how big a role your smart phones would play in your future life. As an example, today you can order food to your door using your smart phone and can turn smart lightbulbs on and off using an app on your phone. If you’re curious about the future of smart phones and some of the features which smart phones may boast in the future, simply continue reading.

Foldable touch screen phones will become popular

While the first modern foldable phones which allow users to fold their phones like books have just debuted, in the future expect foldable touch screen phones to become incredibly popular. One reason why foldable touch screen phones will skyrocket in popularity is that they allow users the flexibility to use a compact small screen or to open up their phone to use a larger touch screen. The size of a small tablet.

If you regularly use a smart phone and a tablet on a day to day basis, you’ll love being able to use a foldable touch screen phone. Especially if you enjoy binge watching Netflix on your smart phone or read books on your smart phone.

Mind control

Scientists believe that in the future technology will advance to a point where users will be able to control their smart phones using their minds. As an example, in the future you may be able to type out messages on your smart phone using your mind. As another example, scientists and tech experts also predict that you’ll be able to edit photos on your phone using mind control.

Changeable colors

While currently the easiest way to change the color of your smart phone is to purchase a new smart phone case, in the future tech experts predict that smart phones will be constructed out of a glass like material. Which will feature LED lights, which will allow you to change the color of your smart phone on a whim. So you’ll be able to take a business appropriate black smart phone to work and will be able to choose a more vibrant color to display, after work.

Unbreakable glass screens

If you’ve ever dropped your phone and smashed your smart phone’s screen or developed a scratch on your phone, you’ll be relieved to hear that in the future smart phones are likely to feature unbreakable glass screens. So in the not too distant future you’ll never have to cover your smart phone’s screen with a protective screen protector again.

Smartphones may look completely different

As an example, in the future it’s feasible that phones may resemble smart glasses. Although there’s no way to definitively predict what the average smart phone will look like in a decade.

3D holograms

Some tech experts even predict that smart phones in the future will be able to project 3D holograms. Such as holograms of your friends and family members and hologram depiction of photos which you’ve taken using your smart phone.

So if you’re fascinated by the evolution of tech and are curious about what smart phones may look like in the future, hopefully you found some of the predictions listed above interesting.

Technology Innovation: The Latest Advancements in Technology

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If you’re excited about the subject of technology innovation and are fascinated by how the latest breakthroughs in technology innovation may shape your everyday life in the near future, simply continue reading. To discover a few advancements in technology which will astound you.

 

Personalized medicines

While your doctor may currently prescribe you medicines which are prescribed to the masses, in the coming years expect to see the rise of personalized medicines. Which will be created to meet the specific medical needs of each individual patient. As a result of personalized medicines, several diseases and illnesses which are currently incurable may be able to be treated.

One reason why personalized medicines are being heralded as the next breakthrough in the medical industry is that DNA, cell and genome testing has become a lot more accurate over the past few years and individual’s DNA can often predict the development of a wide variety of diseases and illnesses. Some examples of which include cancer, diabetes and dementia.

Gene editing tools

Scientists are already trialling out various gene editing tools, which should be able to edit out diseases from human DNA. In the future all diseases may be eradicated as a result of gene editing tools. Furthermore scientists also believe that they can use gene editing tools in order to wipe out pests. As they could introduce new DNA to a species of pest which would make the entire species sterile.

Neuros Technology

Due to advancements in neuro technology in the coming years individuals who have been told that they will never be able to walk again due to paralysis, will be able to walk once again. In fact in several clinical trials previously paralysed individuals have already learned how to walk again.

Differential privacy software

Differential privacy software will be used to ensure that all individuals personal data will remain 100% confidential during the next US Census. For the first time in history aggregate data will be collected by new software and database managers and scientists will no longer be able to access raw data. Differential privacy software is a huge breakthrough as it can be used in every industry in order to protect and safeguard individual’s anonymity.

One of the reasons why the demand for differential privacy software and applications has skyrocketed is that individuals are becoming a lot more aware of the lack of privacy which is part of living in a technology obsessed society. As an example, more individuals are now clued up to the fact that many online stores and social media platforms collect user’s data without their permission, to sell to third parties. As a result individuals have turned to services such as VPN companies in order to try and protect their anonymity online.

As individuals around the world are now more aware of the importance of protecting their personal details, the pressure for governments, businesses and organizations to use differential privacy software will also increase in the future.

So if you’re fascinated by how advancements in technology can forever change our world and our lives, hopefully you found the information listed above fascinating.

The Latest Technological Advancements

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To discover some of the key advancements in technology which have been made in recent months, simply continue reading. As some of the advancements listed may shock you.

Disease prevention

Recent scientific studies and medical studies have proven that it’s possible to accurately predict an individual’s likelihood of developing different illnesses and diseases in advance.

As an example, a new test is being developed which will use individuals’ DNA to predict their chances of developing alzheimers or dementia in the future. If an individual’s DNA shows that they are highly likely to develop either alzheimers or dementia, they’ll be able to take precautions to reduce their chances of developing both conditions. As an example such individuals may choose to play brain training games each day in order to stimulate the cognitive regions of their brain.

Robot chefs

This year several restaurants around the world debuted their first robot chefs. There are even robot chefs working in some food courts in Asia. There are numerous benefits of robot chefs. The first is that robot chefs are a more sanitary choice and you’ll never have to worry about a robot chef failing to wash their hands or dripping sweat into food. Another benefit of robot chefs is that they can consistently create high quality food. So if an individual visits a restaurant which uses robot chefs, they can be confident that the quality of the food that they order won’t vary from visit to visit.

As robot chefs and assistants become more affordable, more eateries may choose to invest in them, due to the fact that in the long run they are a far cheaper alternative to human chefs and kitchen assistants.

Fully autonomous cars

While there are already numerous models of cars which use AI to drive on open roads such as freeways, in the next year fully autonomous cars are set to take the world by storm. Fully autonomous cars will forever change the world and many ride sharing apps such as Uber and Lyft may start using fleets of AI driverless vehicles to transport passengers instead of traditional cars.

Satellite mega constellations

Currently satellite mega constellations are being set up, with a goal of ensuring that every corner of the globe will have access to reliable, high speed internet. One of the current issues which faces the world is whether or not there should be an international set of rules to govern the increasing number of satellites which are being launched into space. As n the next couple of years, the number of satellites orbiting Earth will multiply at a concerning rate.

While the idea of ensuring that the entire world has access to reliable fast internet may seem exciting, many individuals are also concerned about privacy. Especially as many countries such as Russia and China have been accused of trying to spy on other countries using satellites.

Hopefully you found the list of the latest technological advancements which is listed above fascinating. Especially if you’re passionate about technology and its uses in different industries and how advancements in technology effect our everyday lives.

The Best Technologies for Travel

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One industry which is positively effected by advancements in technology is the travel industry. To discover some of the best technologies for travel, which you may want to take advantage of, continue reading to learn about a few technologies which you’ll find useful on your future adventures.

Apple Pay or Google Pay

If you use an iPhone, it’s well worth enabling and using Apple Pay on your phone so that you’ll be able to pay for items on your trips using a digital wallet on your phone. As you may find that it’s safer and more convenient not to pull out your credit cards in order to pay for items. Especially in areas where pick pocketing is common. If you use an Android smart phone, don’t worry as you also have the option for paying for items on your travels using Google Pay’s digital wallet.

Portable solar smart phone charger

If you rely on your phone on your travels and frequently use your smart phone to take photos, to use Google Maps to get around and to keep copies of your boarding passes and hotel reservations, it’s important to ensure that your smart phone stays adequately charged.

One great way to ensure that your smart phone never runs out of battery is to invest in a portable solar smart phone charger. As an example, you may want to purchase a solar smart phone case, which will charge your phone while you’re out about. Alternatively you can also purchase solar external batteries for your phone which you can hang from your day pack using a handy clip system. This particular idea is well worth trying out if you enjoy active pursuits such as camping, hiking and surfing on your trips.

A multi-currency debit card

Instead of using a traditional credit card or cash on your travels, it’s far easier to order a multi-currency debit card which can hold numerous currencies. A multi-currency debit card is a wise choice if you don’t want to worry about paying high currency conversion rates. As a bonus if you visit destinations where cash is still king you’ll be able to take cash out from your multi-currency debit card at any ATM.

Another benefit of opting to use a multi-currency debit card is that you won’t have to worry about overspending on your upcoming trips as debit cards are topped up with your own money. So you won’t be able to overspend like you would be able to if you carried around a credit card instead of a debit card.

Google Translate

You may be surprised at how accurate Google Translate is these days. While it’s advisable to learn a few basic phrases in the local languages of the destinations which you plan on visiting, if there are sentences which you don’t know how to translate yourself, it’s well worth turning to Google Translate. Especially if you find yourself in a country where English is not commonly spoken.

So if you travel on a regular basis either for business or leisure, it’s definitely well worth using a few of the technologies which are listed above. Especially if you’d love to ensure that your trips go as smoothly as possible.