Let's all come to an agreement that 2015 was big in technology. From wearable technology to almost-hoverboards, here's a look at 8 of the best gadgets launched in 2015.
Note: The gadgets below are listed in no particular order.
The Apple Watch comes in three models — the aluminum Apple Watch Sport, the stainless steel Apple Watch, and the solid gold Apple Watch Edition — and in two sizes, the 42-mm and 38-mm. It has microphones and speakers for taking calls and dictating text messages, independent apps, and sensors to track your every move.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
Samsung got rid of its old design and chose a sleeker look which everyone went crazy for. The Galaxy S6 Edge has an AMOLED screen which curves down on both sides. It also has a 16-megapixel camera and an upgraded fingerprint scanner.
Hoverboards
Well, they're not exactly the hoverboards which Back to the Future promised us but these almost-hoverboard were big this year, even Justin Bieber can't stop riding it. The two-wheeled gadget lets its riders glide from one place to another by steering and moving their body to balance the product.
Microsoft's first laptop, the Surface Book is said to be twice as better than Apple's Macbook Pro. It is a 13-5-inch, 267ppi laptop with a removable keyboard so you can use it as a tablet or to cover the screen with the keyboard. Moreover, it is equipped with the latest Intel Core processors, an Nvidia GeForce GPU with GDDR5 memory.
Like last year’s model, the iPhone 6S Plus has a 5.5-inch screen. Not only does the iPhone 6S Plus have a 12-megapixel camera, 3D Touch which responds to pressure on the screen, a stronger frame, it also offers optical image stabilization for photos and videos. Plus, it boasts a longer battery life than the iPhone 6s.
The smallest GoPro yet may perhaps be the best gift you can give a loved one who likes to travel, or to yourself if you plan to satisfy your wanderlust next year. And despite its size, Hero4 Session still boasts a rugged and waterproof design, easy one-button control, revolutionary battery efficiency, 1080p60 video and 8 megapixel photos.
A Star Wars fan? This BB-8 by Sphero is a replica of the droid which is shown in trailers of the film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Using your smartphone and connected to its app, the droid can roll, balance, perform a couple of programmed movements and can even respond to voice commands like "It's a Trap," "Run Away," and "Go Explore" — you can find everything by going to Settings and tapping on the icon to Voice Commands.
The 12.9-inch tablet is Apple's biggest iPad ever which is a breakthrough. The iPad Pro features an Apple A9X chip, a 2742 x 2048 screen resolution and an 8-megapixel camera. In addition, it has a battery that can run on a single charge for 10 hours, according to Apple. It weighs 1.57 pounds (712g) and is available in gold, silver and space grey.
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