What Smartphones Could Be Like In 2030

 

Since the dawn of the iPhone back in 2007, smartphones have been an integral part of our lives and have changed beyond our wildest dreams, changing how we use a phone from just texting and calling to essentially operating our day-to-day lives.

 

They're our number one go-to when it comes to accessing information, whether it be reading the news, checking the weather, accessing our bank accounts and so much more. This year, we've seen the smartphone evolve again, with Samsung reintroducing the flip phone, while Apple are also considering the move according to reports.

 

As we move into 2023, there's plenty to look forward to when it comes to new releases, but what about looking even further ahead.

 

The landscape of smartphones will no doubt be looking even more advanced over the next five to 10 years, with 2030 expected to be very different when it comes to all things mobile, from communication to gaming.

 

So, how will it look?

 

Holographic Displays

Perhaps the most out-there prediction from experts is the fact we may well have holographic and when we say holographic we even mean without the need for those awful glasses!

 

It could be a real game changer, particularly as more and more people consume media and games through their devices. Gaming especially could be incredible, whether playing the latest shoot ‘em or playing the many casino online games that are now available and hugely popular.

 

What's more, it could also alter the way we communicate, and be a real next step for functions such as video calling.

 

6G Technology

We're always wanting bigger and better with smartphones and 6G connectivity will certainly be that. Despite 5G not being fully available everywhere yet, 6G is already in early testing and could potentially see download speeds 50-times faster than 5G, meaning you could download movies to your device in just a few seconds.

 

Implementing 6G around the world does pose a real challenge and it would require updated infrastructure to work, including new antennas, but it will undoubtedly happen and we expect it to do so by around the 2030 mark.

 

Over-the-Air Charging

We're already getting used to wireless charging functionality, but you still need a charger and it still needs plugging in to boost your battery. Over-the-air charging is different and you don't need a charger with you but rather radio waves will keep your battery full, which would also prove better for the environment.

 

Elon Musk is rumoured to be operating this kind of functionality in what would be the first Tesla smartphone, but there is still no word on exactly when this will be released.

 

Improved AI

Naturally, we will also just expect better and more well-rounded artificial intelligence operating our smartphones. AI is already a vital part of our devices and our smartphones could well become a hub in which all smart devices operate from, from cars to entertainment and a sort of built in ‘Alexa' type offering.

 

That's likely to come much sooner than holographic displays and 6G in what will be another huge next step for how we interact and operate our smart devices.