Top 5 Tech Trends Expected In 2024
The AI craze has also prompted an increased demand for computing power, although it isn’t the only contributing factor.
Every year, the tech industry brings something new and exciting, and 2024 will be no exception. Some emergent technologies may even experience a boom.
Here is a brief look at some tech trends in 2024 to get excited (or concerned) about:
Generative AI
Generative AI has made massive strides in a little over a year. It’s almost hard to imagine how far the technology has advanced since early 2022. It’s increasingly more challenging to tell AI and human work apart. This trend can only accelerate as 2024 progresses, with generative AI finding roles in research, data science, and creative pursuits. Some interesting areas where AI might find a place include healthcare, finance, retail, and manufacturing.
While still in the early stages, Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) may eventually create machines with similar reasoning abilities to humans. Progress in this field could lead to AI systems capable of simultaneously performing many tasks, not just specialized functions.
Increased computing power
The AI craze has also prompted an increased demand for computing power, although it isn’t the only contributing factor. Still, 2023 has seen some of the bulkiest and most power-hungry graphics cards. The demand is driven mainly by the need for raw computing power, even on local machines, which could run graphical applications and complex machine learning systems. Furthermore, developing 6G technology will amplify this trend, indicating a demand for more capabilities and speed in the mobile sector.
Smarter devices
By 2024, more advanced smart devices like home robots, work devices, and wearables may become ubiquitous. This trend could mean that virtually every job will eventually require smart software applications. It also raises questions about dependency on these technologies and privacy concerns of Internet of Things systems and always-online devices. These questions have already made considerable waves in 2023 and can only get increasingly complex.
Datafication
Datafication means converting daily tasks into data-driven technology. It’s becoming increasingly prevalent. Every aspect of the human experience is seemingly becoming a unit in the vastness of big data. Data’s increasing availability from smartphones to industrial machines fuels the demand for IT professionals, data scientists, and engineers.
Extended reality (XR)
The popularity of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) might greatly impact people’s daily lives beyond playing VR video games and Pokémon Go. By 2024, these technologies may be more integrated into daily activities. AR and VR are noteworthy potential trends in shopping, workspaces, and education. They could provide interactive shopping, virtual workspaces for remote teams, and immersive learning and training in virtual classrooms.
An exciting year for technology
As 2023 draws to a close and 2024 approaches, remember that the march of technology, while not without issues, always brings something new and exciting. But with all this progress, there’s an increased need for technical support, such as computer and phone repair stores. They are the unsung heroes of this continuous progress.