As the old saying goes, patience is a virtue. From new gadgets and gizmos to mind-blowing innovations, we’re looking at the best yet to come in 2022.
1. Apple iPhone 14
What We Know So Far
Apple keeps its cards close to the chest when it comes to upcoming products, but there’s no question that the iPhone 14 will be one of the most anticipated products of 2022.
Expected Release
If Apple keeps to previous launch timelines, the iPhone 14 will be released in September 2022.
What the Rumors Say
Apple’s next smartphone will be a complete redesign—one that features no notch, an all-screen display with a hole-punch camera, A16 chip, flush rear cameras, and even a possible fingerprint scanner embedded in the display.
The iPhone 14 is already shaping up to be one of the most exciting releases of 2022, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
The new iPhones are always full of exciting camera improvements, and this year is no exception. There’s a strong possibility that Apple will be introducing their periscope zoom lens, which allows for much greater optical zooming than before.
The new features for the Pro models could be 8K video recording capability or even higher resolution photography at 48-megapixels and beyond.
What We’re Looking Forward to
A complete redesign is always exciting, but there are some other improvements that have us very excited. The periscope zoom lens, for example, could help the iPhone reach its true potential as a camera.
We’re also hoping this year’s iPhones are faster than ever with the next-generation A16 chip.
2. ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED
What We Know So Far
2021 was a great year for laptops, and 2022 will be no different. This year ASUS will reportedly release a brand new Zenbook 17 with a foldable OLED display.
Expected Release
Although there’s no official word yet on the exact release date, rumors suggest that the Zenbook 17 Fold OLED will be available in Q2 2022.
What the Rumors Say
The ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold OLED will feature both a clamshell and tablet mode, but you can also work in regular laptop mode if you’d like. The 12.3-inch display has an aspect ratio of 3:2 when folded out and a 17.3-inch display with a 4:3 ratio when unfolded.
The Zenbook 17 will have a lot of power under the hood with a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 U-Series processor, up to 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage. This is definitely one of the most exciting laptops we’re looking forward to in 2022.
What We’re Looking Forward to
A foldable laptop display with a tablet mode is certainly going to be an exciting release. We’re also hoping that it includes some other improvements, such as longer battery life.
3. Movano Ring
What We Know So Far
Movano is a company that’s been making waves in the world of wearable technology, and it will set to release its most exciting product yet in 2022—the Movano Ring.
Expected Release
The Movano Ring is expected to be released in Q3 2022.
What the Rumors Say
The Movano Ring is a cutting-edge device that tracks your health and fitness in ways you never knew possible. From sleep patterns to heart rate, respiration, and blood oxygen levels, the Movano Ring monitors it all.
The ring also features activity tracking, so you can see how much you’ve been moving throughout the day. And if that’s not enough, the ring also calculates your calorie burn and steps taken.
What We’re Looking Forward to
The Movano Ring is definitely one of the most exciting health and fitness trackers we’re looking forward to in 2022. With its ability to track everything from sleep to activity, it could very well be the best tracker on the market.
4. Peloton Guide Strength Trainer
What We Know So Far
The Peloton Guide Strength Trainer is a new piece of fitness equipment that’s set to improve the way people work out. You just need a room with a TV and some space to work out, and you’re good to go. The built-in camera is a great way to track your progress and make sure you’re doing the exercises correctly.
Expected Release
The Peloton Guide Strength Trainer is expected to be released in Q1 2022.
What the Rumors Say
The Peloton Guide is a new piece of fitness equipment that takes the best elements of Pilates, yoga, and strength training and combines them into one workout.
The trainer is designed to be used in your home, and it comes with a built-in camera that monitors your form and progress. It also comes with plenty of programs to choose from, so you can find the perfect workout for your needs.
What We’re Looking Forward to
The Peloton Guide is a great piece of equipment for anyone who wants to get in better shape. It’s easy to use, it comes with plenty of programs to choose from, and it monitors your progress.
5. Panic Playdate
What We Know So Far
Panic Playdate is certainly the most unique console release in 2022. The console is a handheld device that features an interesting crank system, which certainly adds to the fun when playing games.
It features a 1-bit display with no backlight, which might sound like it makes playing games more difficult than they would be on an LED screen, but that’s definitely not the case. It works by alternating between black and white pixels in order to produce different colors.
Expected Release
Panic Playdate is expected to be released sometime this year.
What the Rumors Say
The Playdate will cost $179, which is cheaper than competing handheld consoles like Nintendo’s Switch. The fact every week, a new mystery game will be added to the console is certainly one of the reasons to love Panic’s Playdate games console.
What We’re Looking Forward to
The Panic Playdate certainly seems like a unique handheld gaming device, and it’s something that many people are excited about. We’re interested to find out how well the crank system will work in games and whether it can be combined with other functions on the console.
6. PlayStation VR 2What We Know So Far
PlayStation VR is certainly one of the best virtual reality headsets on the market, and we’re excited to see an improved version.
Expected Release
Playstation VR 2 is expected to be released at the end of 2022, although there isn’t a specific date yet.
What the Rumors Say
The new PlayStation VR 2 headset will have improvements in all areas when compared with its predecessor. The display resolution is expected to be 4K HDR, 110-degree field of view, and foveated rendering.
It will have an OLED display so that we can expect a display resolution of 2000×2040 per eye and frame rates of 90/120Hz.
What We’re Looking Forward to
We can’t wait to see how well eye tracking works in games, which should make for a more immersive gaming experience. Plus, it’ll be great to play VR games with better graphics and more realistic sound.
7. Magic Leap 2
What We Know So Far
The Magic Leap 2 is the second iteration of the popular augmented reality headset. It is expected to have better graphics, sound quality, and eye-tracking capabilities.
Expected Release
Magic Leap 2 is expected to be released sometime this year.
What the Rumors Say
Magic Leap 2 will have a number of upgrades compared to the first version. It will include eye-tracking, with two cameras per eye. It will also feature a wider field of view and be smaller than the first version.
What We’re Looking Forward to
Eye-tracking is certainly an exciting addition to Magic Leap 2, but there are many other things we can’t wait to try out with this headset. The wider field of view will certainly be welcomed by pretty much everyone who uses this headset, and better graphics will make for a more immersive experience.
What Does the Future Hold for Tech?
There’s no doubt that technology is evolving at an incredible pace, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds.
These are just a few of the exciting things we’re looking forward to in 2022, but there are sure to be many more amazing developments in the years to come. Until then, we’ll be waiting eagerly with our eyes peeled for the next big thing.
