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Beyond the Smartphone: What Comes Next for Personal Technology
The smartphone became the centre of personal technology by combining communication, computing, cameras, entertainment and internet access into a single device. The next phase may be less concentrated. Smartwatches, earbuds, glasses, foldable devices, connected accessories and ambient computing are extending digital experiences into new forms. This edition examines technology beyond the conventional smartphone and explores how new interfaces, sensors, connectivity and artificial intelligence could change the way people interact with information and devices throughout the day.
Editor's Note
The smartphone is unlikely to disappear, but it may increasingly share its role with devices designed for particular moments and interactions. Wearables and emerging interfaces suggest a future in which computing becomes more distributed around the user. This edition explores that possibility without declaring the next winning device, focusing instead on the technologies and design ideas expanding the boundaries of personal computing.
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