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Dystopian Future

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At the turn of the millennium, advancements in technology began to change everyday life worldwide. With the development of the internet, people can connect in more efficient ways through the digital matrix. Although fears of the development of media such as this and its predecessors such as radio and television, these innovations have helped create a worldwide culture based on the web, and the fears of a dystopian future based on technological advancements have dispersed. In such a short amount of time, we have went from the Nokia to the iPhone, from landline calls to text messages but at this point in our lives, we must ask ourselves if a limit exists when it comes to the development of technology and media, and question what the future holds for us. The future of media can span anywhere from streaming other people’s lives in real time, to new digital realities that we can control using our voices, to new forms of education based on higher forms of technology, to …show more content…

In 2050, holograms might trend for a while, after all they have been used to create iconic performances such as Snoop Dogg’s and Dr. Dre’s 2012 Coachella performance featuring a hologram of Tupac. Instead of looking at a one dimensional screen when watching television, you could be brought into a new three dimensional world right in the comfort of your own living room. This brings a new form of entertainment to the table just like virtual reality has done to the gaming community. This fully immersive experience has been a dream that only Hollywood movie magic has brought to the silver screen but could be a reality that many have dreamed about having since their childhood. Not only would you be able to turn your living room into a scene from Jurassic Park or a concert from your favorite musical artist but you could speak to a hologram of your friend from across the

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