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Nobody knows what tomorrow will bring. And yet, we all want tomorrow to come.
In technology, we see two opposing views of the future: a bleak vision of tomorrow, with Artificial Intelligence taking over, privacy lost and we all turning into robots who cannot take our eyes off the constant drumbeat of news and images and messages targeting us.
And there is the other side: a vision of a future in which technology brings wealth to people so far left behind, where it brings freedom to regions that are in need. Technology that improves our health and wealth and education. Technology for a better world.
Tomorrow unlocked tells stories that try to moderate between these two worlds. We showcase the innovators that pioneer technology for a better world. We look at the heroes of today, who help avoid the worst, willingly or unwillingly, who help to uphold hope and who go beyond to protect freedom online.
And we discuss digital lifestyles of today and tomorrow. Will we be able to maintain mobility while preserving the planet? Will technology bring us closer to each other? Will we be able to experience the world in ways never imagined, because technology opens new perspectives?
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The pandemic that changed it all – also digitally
While COVID seemed to make everything worse, some positive sides appeared, too.
We have all been in some kind of pandemic-changed life for months now. While the strictest lockdowns are being lifted, the next wave might already be coming back. But besides all the bad news which came up in our daily news ticker, there have been also many positive news and quite creative outcomes. So, enjoy some of the greatest positive outcomes during corona-crisis.
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How many people you know started self or home improvement projects when the quarantine started? We were all stuck at home and trying to find something productive to do with our time, besides finally getting through the Netflix watchlist. In fact, "DIY home improvement projects" and "smart home" had a worldwide search peak on Google in April – right in the time when a lot of shops, restaurants, and bars were closed, and a lot of people had to spend their time indoors. So, it seems creating the right personal comfort zone is more than just having the perfect outdoor pouf for your balcony: With today's technology we have the opportunity to create a comfort zone online which translates into our offline world and it feels just like magic. Have a look at our tips and find out how you can create your own digital comfort zone and feel safe and sound online.
1. Convenience through Automation
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="028635ba9d76ced5b27c750fbca747c9"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5tMQYIqkw2E?start=229&rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p>Do you not love to be wakened by the sun rising, birds chirping, and the smell of freshly brewed coffee? With the right smart helpers, you can recreate beautiful Tuscany mornings in your own apartment in the middle of the largest cities. I use Alexa to automate some of my routines and make my life more convenient. All you need for the perfect Tuscany morning routine is a smart light, a normal coffee machine connected to a smart power switch, and your favorite sound to wake up to. I personally prefer bird sounds, as they annoy me the least in the morning. And then all that is left to do is to choose the settings on the Alexa app, like gradually brighten the light, have the birds chiming in. When I am done getting ready, my coffee has already been brewed and I can have some relaxing time for myself, drinking my coffee until I have to leave the house and get to work. You can create your smart routines with any assistant, be it from Google or Microsoft.</p>2. Use Productivity Apps
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="f5f41a2e290e53eca1edceabb1ad2490"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/p-AMooYPO1Y?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p> <p>When I get too comfortable, I tend to slack and procrastinate. Which makes me feel unproductive and therefore less comfortable. To avoid this I tried using bulletin journals to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but this did not really work for me. A simple yet effective way for me is using<a href="https://collegeinfogeek.com/productivity-apps/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> productivity apps</a>. Simple habit trackers such as<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.habitnow&hl=de" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> HabitNow (Android)</a> or<a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/momentum-habit-tracker-routines-goals-rituals/id946923599" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Momentum Habit Tracker (iOS)</a>. If you don't want to use an app you can also organize your habits via Google calendar. I prefer it because let's face it, Google already has all my data and it plans the time I want to use for my goals, according to my free time in the calendar. Just press on the "plus" on your Google calendar app and choose "Goal". The system will then guide you through the target creation process.</p></p>3. Use the right hardware and software for you!
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yMzUxODAxMS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYwMjUxOTk4OX0.z5scXUNzcwzI2okgdSalOptLlItZbS3BlELgx-ShtNU/img.jpg?width=980" id="47678" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="a1da133e1898edc704748ad6aabcff52" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" />Photo by James McDonald on Unsplash<p> <p>It doesn't matter if you are an iOS, Android, Microsoft, or Linux user: use the right products for you. Check online and with your friends for<a href="https://www.bestproducts.com/tech/g864/cool-tech-products-you-need/?slide=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> recommendations</a>, but in the end, it is you who has to use them. Make sure your devices are compatible with each other, so you are able to connect them with your smart assistant. Also, make sure your data is protected by keeping your software up to date and only chose trusted providers.</p></p>4. Have fun!
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="7f577e88bda23c1e52b3f698f765d0e4"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6VWg50c6r6A?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p>Another very important part: Do not forget to have fun with your smart assistant. Playing with your devices and trying out new things and skills is always the best way to understand what their real potentials are to make your life more convenient. Plus, what is comfort without the right amount of humor?</p>From Your Site Articles
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