It feels like the future has arrived quite suddenly

kirk.

A lot of what was a long way off is suddenly here

Drone Delivery

Driverless Cars

Commercial Space Travel

Artificial Intelligence

Quantum Computing

Humanoid Robots seems to be lagging they haven't integrated fully with mankind yet

And more

Everlong1

That's all very nice but where the lightsabres we were promised?

Panthro

Garlic bread!

It’s the future, I’ve tasted it.

What about the undersea rail network that was supposed to get us from New York to Paris in ninety minutes?

Dublinandy3

Still waiting on the replicators

frag420

John Connor enters the chat…

ottolwinner

What about the self drying jackets from Back to the future?

Leg End Reject

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261141#Comment_121261141

And the hoverboards too.

kirk.

Anyone guess the big one

Will probably never happen

Although maybe in a small way thanks to Einstein

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058318895/it-feels-like-the-future-has-arrived-quite-suddenly

When's Skynet due to take over?

Lewis_Benson

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261271#Comment_121261271

August 29th 1997.

Badly Drunk Boy

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261137#Comment_121261137

Or even to Dublin airport? (It doesn't have to be undersea.😉 )

littlevillage

and the more....

Climate catastrophe

Ecological breakdown

Global Pandemics

Wars over dwindling resources

Mass human migrations

lbunnae

Most of those on your list aren't really here tbh. And have been on the cards for 20 plus years.

Vita nova

The future is always coming but never arrives.

SharkMX

Get over yourselves. The future hasnt arrived until you can beam from one place to another star trek style.

John_Rambo

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058318895/it-feels-like-the-future-has-arrived-quite-suddenly

Great thread and I wholeheartedly agree.

My moment was getting the first Covid vaccine. Army trucks & Garda vans parked up, security in masks directing people as I drove through the indoor carpark in complete silence in an electric car before talking to my wife face to face on a screen.

ancapailldorcha

I'm still waiting for a cure for cat allergy. I want to see the little s*ts faces when they realise they can't make me sick any more.

dickdasr1234

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261137#Comment_121261137

Hehe, can you imagine the fun that the Russkies would have with that?

Gregor Samsa

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261739#Comment_121261739

What you fail to take into account is that cats are advancing their own technology at a faster pace than we are.

dickdasr1234

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261727#Comment_121261727

Dystopian or whah!

ZeroThreat

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058318895/it-feels-like-the-future-has-arrived-quite-suddenly

Don't forget large scale environmental/ecological destruction, real global warming and Waterworld...

kirk.

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261858#Comment_121261858

I think eventually there will an elite who don't reside on this planet but exercise control for their needs

AMKC

@OP Well done. You just picked 5 things that are no way widely availible yet. No drones delivery where I live unless you calling the drivers of Amazon vans or DHL vans etc drones.

No AI either or self driving cars or quantum computing or definitely no spaceport in Dublin yet that I know of because it certainly would not be in the county I live in.

I just want transporters to be a thing so the people who want to drive can drive and does who do not can just beam to work or play. Not going to happen tomorrow do or maybe not even in the next 50 or 100 years. So we will never see that or a lot if the other things you mention either unfortunately. Sorry to put a dampener on your thread but Humans are slow to change.

John_Rambo

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121262146#Comment_121262146

Jesus.

Buzzkill D'arcy is on boards.ie.

looksee

It took me far longer than it should have to sort out 'does' and 'do' and make sense of the paragraph.

looksee

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261138#Comment_121261138

The 3D printers are heading in that direction a bit. Kinda.

Cup

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121262146#Comment_121262146

AI is here and it’s shaking its booty. I use it in work (legal tech), it’s integrated into platforms I use, and I’m seeing it take over from real life hoooomans. And I’m not talking about asking Chat GPT to lend a land writing an email - although that can be handy too.

I’m amazed, excited, and a little bit overwhelmed at how quickly things are changing in my tech sphere in the last years. It’s legitimately life changing (for the better for me so far), and I’m only seeing the changes come thicker and faster.

kirk.

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121262146#Comment_121262146

There wouldn't much happening with people like u around anyhow

dxhound2005

Artificial intelligence will never defeat human stupidity.

SuperBowserWorld

Global Video conferencing.

N - N participants.

In real time.

Wired, wireless, mobile ...

HD, Stereo

To all kinds of devices..including one that fits in your pocket.

And ....for Free

Also, you can now have an AI attend the meeting for you and take notes.

z80CPU

Human colonisation on the moon 🌙

What stage are we at?

z80CPU

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121262252#Comment_121262252

Baby steps

Everlong1

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261858#Comment_121261858

When I read this first I thought it was going to say "environmental destruction, real global warming and Waterford".

techman1

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261636#Comment_121261636

Great philosophy from Fr Ted

Attractive women:

"Ted, do you ever think about the future "

Fr ted:

"Well I used to think about it a bit, then it became the present and I thought about it quite alot, But then it became the past and I never thought about it again "

Technology will likely continue to advance rapidly. We can expect breakthroughs in fields like artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum computing, and renewable energy. These innovations will likely reshape many aspects of our lives, from healthcare to transportation.

Climate change and environmental sustainability will remain critical issues. Efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to renewable energy sources are expected to become even more significant. Sustainable practices, green technologies, and conservation will play a major role in shaping the future.

Advances in healthcare, genomics, and personalized medicine may lead to more effective treatments and longer lifespans. Telemedicine and remote monitoring will likely become more common, improving access to healthcare services.

Cities will continue to grow, and the concept of smart cities will become more widespread. These cities will use technology to enhance infrastructure, transportation, and overall quality of life for their residents.

Online learning and remote work will likely remain integral to education and employment. Hybrid work models, automation, and AI-driven solutions may change the way we work and learn.

Humanity's exploration of space will continue to expand. We may see missions to Mars and the establishment of lunar bases. Private space companies may play a more significant role in these endeavors.

Social and political landscapes will continue to evolve. Movements for equality, justice, and human rights may gain momentum. Geopolitical power dynamics are likely to shift.

Renewable energy sources like solar and wind power will become more prevalent, and the world will continue to shift away from fossil fuels. This transition is essential to combat climate change.

AI will become more integrated into our daily lives, impacting everything from autonomous vehicles to healthcare diagnostics. The ethical and societal implications of AI will also be a significant topic of discussion.

Population demographics will change, with many countries facing aging populations. This could have implications for healthcare, social support systems, and economic dynamics.

Advances in biotechnology, including gene editing and cloning, will raise important ethical questions and concerns about human enhancement and the potential for designer babies.

Ongoing global challenges, such as pandemics and cybersecurity threats, will require international cooperation and innovative solutions.

It's important to note that while these trends are possibilities, the future is shaped by countless variables, including human decisions, unforeseen events, and black swan occurrences. The specifics of the future will vary by region and can be influenced by the choices we make collectively as a society. Adapting to change, fostering sustainability, and addressing global challenges will be essential in shaping a positive future.

kirk.

Meanwhile we're still slugging it out like Neanderthals in the middle east and continuing destroying the planet

I reckon tech advances will be for nothing except to help the powerful and wealthy continue with life while the rest of us slug it out with sticks and stones post-apocalypse

dxhound2005

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121262848#Comment_121262848

Meanwhile:

"Around 2 billion people around the world do not have access to clean and safe drinking water, and approximately 3.6 billion people – 46% of the world's population – lack adequate sanitation services, according to a new United Nations World Water Development Report released Wednesday." 22 Mar 2023

Hyperbollix

You gotta love these discussions. It shows, imho, why there is little hope for civilization as we know it, long term.

Half of people : "Ohhhh, Space travel! Living in the stars! Possibly immortality can be achieved!"

Other half: "Eh, it's more than likely the case that we're gonna see catastrophic climate breakdown and all the instability that brings, not in the long or medium term, but in the shorter term. So think about that before you book a ticket on.........cough.......Elon Musk's imaginary rocket ship to the Martian colony!"

looksee

Would anyone really want immortality?

kirk.

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121263036#Comment_121263036

Not really

One side of discussion is tech advances , other side is destruction of planet , nuclear holocaust etc

They just co-exist and are both real

CalamariFritti

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058318895/it-feels-like-the-future-has-arrived-quite-suddenly

Allegedly

Me personally I havent seen any of the above never mind used it

I dont think what is being peddled as AI everywhere these days (catch your plane sooner with AI etc) is actually AI. I dont think ChatGPT is AI either. AI has become just another bullshit marketing phrase.

SEPT 23 1989

The benchmark for “the future “for any kid in the 1980’s was that documentary called Back to the Future 2

and we have failed miserably to live up to those expectations

gmisk

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121262636#Comment_121262636

I'd say on track to happen before the children's hospital is finished

Mr. teddywinkles

I want a transportor like in star trek. Sick of work commute.

kirk.

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121266432#Comment_121266432

That and time travel

I wish

zell12

..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFTPoiXU_EI

Pwindedd

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121266432#Comment_121266432

The theory is great. The reality would be horrific.

looksee

Well I think they have succeeded in transferring one atom, so I suppose they could send you in instalments. It wouldn't exactly be from home to work though, and they might get them in the wrong order 😮

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121266432#Comment_121266432

board silly

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261300#Comment_121261300

The same year that The Internet entered the mainstream.

iamstop

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121261139#Comment_121261139

Arnold Schwarzenegger enters the chat, then leave again...But he'll be back!