The technology boom was shown up in the Star Trek which was imagined to take place after a hundred years from that time. But, something which is envisioned already would not take much time to get into the reality and hence, the gadgets came into our routine a bit sooner. Here, is the listing of technology examples that are identical to the ones showed in Star Trek:
Mobile Phones
At that time wired phones attached to the wall were considered a great thing to experience but flip devices was stylish than ever. The flip style mobile phones that we used reflects the incarnation of Star Trek communicators. Well, the brightest devices today (cell phones) are a look alike of communicator that the crew members used to talk to distanced crew members. What our favorite crew members did onscreen is based on the easy to do communication today. Even if there is a smarter shift from Flip devices to smarter and sleek mobile phones, the communication must go on.
Tablets
It would be wrong to mention the iPads and Tablets as the recent invention as we have already seen Picard and Riker carry those handheld computers. Those Handheld devices are undoubtedly inspired technique to what we pronounce as Tablets and iPads today but much ahead to what we have envisioned in Star Trek. The Flat smart screen of Tablets that was barely an imagination in 1960 can carry thousands of apps within it and work efficiently today.
Bluetooth Earpieces
From the listings of Star Trek, Nyota Uhura, the communication officer had a silver piece of thing always attached to her ear. The device allowed her to get all the information from various frequencies. If you come across the same hands-free handset today then would pronounce it as Bluetooth Earpiece but for them, it was merely In-ear comms.
Tricorders
The Medical tricorders were of use to medical inspection team or surgeon to explore the internal situation of a crew member. From detecting of disease till checking of oxygen levels, the complete examination of the insights was carried out without going through a medical procedure. The device could easily locate the downfalls and injuries with its help at that time. We are well acquainted with a device named MRI machine that is performing the same function.
Smart Watches
Smart watches came into lifestyle back then at the time of Star Trek. A modern day reality of Apple smartwatch gives away the courtesy to Star Trek: A Motion Picture that came out in the 60s. Smartwatch in the movies was one of the bright spots that appeared on the wrist of crew members as a part of their uniform. So, now we know that Apple has taken an inspirational jump from the motion pictures.
Video Calls
An incoming call with a video facility was dreamed for years and make some real life presence through Star Trek. The service allowed Captains to see other crew members on the starship or another planet through the means of calling. Well, the technology has made a step since the movie and went into a constant progress till such novelty turns into a routine life part. Skype and Facetime are commonly known and needs no introduction. Today, with the help of video calling you can stay connected with family friends and relatives, as an excellent example of technology advancement.
Concluding to the technology mentioned above, Star Trek has showcased a right amount of futuristic technologies back in the 1960s which is the subject matter of appreciation and inspiration.