15 best inventions of 2016 (part 1)

Thanks to the power of technology, in 2016 people created many breakthrough inventions. The technological achievements on this list will help change the world, from the present to the future.

Every November, Time magazine summarizes the list of the most impressive inventions of the year. This time, we have selected 15 " best of the best " inventions from the list above to send to readers. These are technological achievements that help change the world, from the present to the future.

Many of these inventions were inspired by fiction, for example, Nike's self-tying shoes once appeared in " Back to the Future ", and its performance became one of the The most memorable moments of the whole movie.

In addition, some " future devices " are too familiar to readers, such as roofing panels and solar panels, introduced by Tesla founder himself - Elon Musk, the AirPods headset. Apple or PlayStation VR!

1. "Floating" light bulb Flyte illuminates 22 years

This $ 340 set of products has lifted the incandescent light bulb to new heights - a combination of both technology and art . The powerful electromagnet is attached to the base and lamp holder to help create a repulsive force, keeping the bulb afloat but not tilting to the sides.

The pinnacle of incandescent light bulbs - Flyte

Inside the lamp holder is a wireless charging device, which makes light bulbs glow without the need for mechanical connections.

2. Tesla's solar cell roof

Formally, Tesla's high-tech roof is not much different from normal. However, traditional roofing materials are brittle, heavy and bulky, making them difficult to transport and very easy to damage during transport. Tesla's solar tile weighs only 1/5 of the current roofing materials, so it is much easier to transport, and the life expectancy is 2 to 3 times more durable than asphalt, never colorless, and most of all, help save for employers. A large house that uses solar tiles for a long time can save up to $ 100,000 in electricity.

3. Nike self-tie shoe Hyperadapt 1.0

These " super-lazy " shoes use Hyperadapt 1.0 " adaptive border " technology (built-in sensors between the heels and shoe soles) researched by Nike and for the first time. When piercing the foot, the user's heel will touch a sensor and activate the self-tightening mode of the shoe.

Smart self-winding shoes for super lazy people

Other sensors will make sure the shoe is tight enough. In addition, the designers also arranged two small buttons at the top for users to adjust or tighten more freely.

The product is priced at 720 USD / pair (about 16.4 million VND).

4. PlayStation VR virtual reality glasses

This high-tech toy is expected to open up new horizons to explore the digital technology world. PlayStation VR is compatible with the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 4 Pro, priced at 400 USD (9 million VND) but when the first product docked in Vietnam via a portable route was blown up to nearly 20 million VND.

5. Hello Sense alarm clock

When the worn-out date of a wristwatch is predicted to be far away, the future smart watch will be used again. Hello Sense has a temperature, humidity, light sensor, and indoor air quality monitoring and sleep cycles to ensure the homeowner will be awakened at the optimal time, not tired.

Hello Sense smart watch takes care of each sleep

The price of 149 USD (3.4 million VND) for such a great product is not too expensive.

6. Goodyear Eagle-360 tires

Goodyear spherical tire model " Eagle-360 " is made of high-tech rubber . The body of the car will be placed on 4 spherical tires without touching the tire thanks to the electromagnetic force, similar to the way the electromagnetic speedboats operate. Goodyear said: Spherical tires offer many benefits such as not colliding physically with the body, not creating friction, while eliminating noise.

Goodyear Eagle-360 spherical tire - the most unique invention in 2016

Besides, spherical tires also help increase the contact area of ​​the road , and the most unique is the extremely flexible or reversible navigation ability immediately because the wheels can operate independently. Follow all directions under the control of the central processor. With "Eagle-360", the car can run horizontally instead of just running back and forth as usual, so parking in tight locations will become easier.

7. Quip toothbrush

Everyone knows: regular oral hygiene is very good, but not everyone knows how to brush their teeth properly. Brushing your teeth for too long at a location not only does not clean the teeth but can also erode the enamel layer, causing sensitivity to sensitivity.

No more worrying about teeth with smart Quip brush

The Quip brush will remind you by vibrating every 30 seconds to let the user know it is time to move the brush to clean another area. Products cost from 25 USD (more than 500 thousand VND).