Sina Technology News reported on the evening of December 16, Beijing time, that the US “Time” magazine (Time) recently selected “the 10 most influential technology products in the past 10 years”.applesiPad tablets,TeslaModel S electric vehicles,AmazonsEcho smart speakers and DJI drones are on the list one after another.
There have been thousands of tech product releases over the past 10 years, but their impact on the past ten years and the next ten years is absolutely different. Technology exists to improve the human condition, make people smarter, better, and ultimately more humane.
As for the 10 most influential technology products selected by “Time” magazine this time, each product tells of a new way of thinking, a slow paradigm shift that has changed the way we interact with technology in our daily lives. Here are the 10 most influential technology products in the past 10 years selected by “Time” magazine:
1. Apple iPad (2010)
Before Apple launched the iPad in 2010, the concept of a “tablet” mostly appeared in sci-fi movies. It was as heavy as a traditional laptop and ran terrible software. However, after the introduction of the Apple iPad, like the previous iPhone, it brought about a cultural shift in personal computers and set the tone for portable devices in the next decade. Its impressive multi-touch display, complete abandonment of physical buttons, and plenty of software and media options created the perfect entertainment storm for everyone to join.
2. Tesla Model S (2012)
Maybe some people think that cars can't be considered “small technology products”? That's because you haven't driven a Tesla Model S. Today, Model S has slowly reshaped the development trajectory of the automotive industry, forced competitors to embrace a battery-powered future, and shattered the idea that electric cars can't be “cool.” Features such as downloadable software updates, a huge touch screen, and advanced autonomous driving make it feel like a 2022 car rather than a 2012 car.
3. Raspberry Pi (Raspberry Pi) (2012)
At first glance, the “Raspberry Pi” looks more like a component falling from a space station. But if you take a close look at this tiny Linux computer, you'll find that it has a broad community of enthusiasts. You can use it to learn to code, but it also has a wide range of topics, from robotics to home automation to entertainment. In the seven years since the “Raspberry Pi” went on sale, more than 25 million units have been sold.
4.GoogleChromecast TV stick (2013)
Google released the Chromecast TV Stick in 2013, which helped popularize the concept of streaming media by making it extremely simple to stream media from a laptop or smartphone to a TV. Chromecast democratizes streaming for $35 while providing users with essential smart home connectivity at an affordable price. Today, the platform can stream more than just media, and Google has added support for its game streaming service Stadia on its more powerful Chromecast Ultra devices. Chromecast may not be a very important technology in the next ten years, but its impact on streaming cannot be underestimated.
5. DJI Drone (2013)
You may not be able to see it before you hear it. But I'm sure you'll be very surprised when you see it. At a height of a few hundred feet, it's really cool. Of all the drones captured on video, DJI's “Phantom” (Phantom) drone is the easiest to recognize and the most popular drone on YouTube. As DJI bets that drones can handle everything from transporting goods to construction to surveillance in the future, I'm sure people will see more of them in the next ten years.
6. Amazon Echo smart speaker (2014)
“Talking to yourself” may be a bit odd, but thanks to the popularity of Amazon Alexa (the voice assistant built into Echo smart speakers and other smart home devices), speaking to a voice assistant has become a common activity in homes around the world. Today, the Amazon Echo smart speaker and Alexa voice assistant are among the most popular products in this market. As of 2019, more than 100 million Alexa-enabled devices have been sold.
7. Apple Apple Watch Smartwatch (2015)
Although many companies have dabbled in smartwatches, there is no product that can match the refinement and performance of the Apple Watch; it sets the standard for smartwatch functionality. Since its launch in 2015, due to its intelligent software and continuously improved hardware, Apple Watch has evolved from a device for “early adopters” and “nerds” who lack a sense of style to a mainstream product. As Apple Watch expands its health-oriented features, it may in the future be the easiest way to keep your health on track and keep your day on track.
8. Apple AirPods Wireless Headphones (2016)
Like Apple's previous iconic product, the iPod, AirPods have captured the hearts of music lovers. The AirPods were first released in 2016, and with their beautiful design and cultural influence, AirPods soon became an iconic product.
9.NintendoSwitch game console (2017)
When it comes to playing games anytime, anywhere, no one has surpassed Nintendo's record since the humble Game Boy took control in 1989. In 2017, Nintendo also launched the “Blender” Switch. It can be played on the go or connected to a TV, which is probably the most important contribution Nintendo has made to gaming so far. Compared to its rivals, Switch effortlessly took the crown of the most important video game console of the decade.
10.MicrosoftXbox Adaptive Controller Game Control (2018)
Designed for gamers with limited mobility, Microsoft's Xbox Adaptive Controller game controller can be highly modified to meet the needs of different users. For many gamers, it's probably the most popular “gadget” of the decade. Not only does it look beautiful, but it also caters to a large number of gamers. It is compatible with both Xbox One consoles and Windows PCs, and is arguably one of the most important developments in the gaming industry in 10 years. (Li Ming)