It gadgets and their applications

M1-R5.1 & CCC · Chapter 1: Introduction to Computer · 3 min read

It gadgets & their applications

"A gadgets is a small device,machine or software that is designed to perform a special task".Computer  technology is constantly developing new gadgets.

Examples of Latest It gadgets are as follows:

1)Google Glass:

  • Google Glass is a type of wearable technology developed by google. 
  • It looks like a pair of pair of glasses but has a small head-up display(head-up display).
  • It connects to the internet and can be controlled by voice commands.

2)Smart watches:Smart watches are wearable devices that work like mini-computers on your wrist. They offer many features besides just telling time, such as:

  • Health and fitness tracking
  • Notifications(calls,messages,emails)
  • Navigation
  • Internet connectivity

3)Activity trackers:

  • Also called fitness tracker.
  • They are small wearable device that help monitor and record activitie such as walking, running,sleep patterns,heart rate and overall fitness.

4)Pen with camera: 

  • A pen with a camera, also known as a spy pen or hidden camera pen, is a senseful device that resembles a standard pen but contains a small camera for recording video and audio without attracting attention.
  • These portable gadgets are often used for:
    • personal security and monitoring
    • For recording lectures and meetings and they typically feature one-button operation
    • Rechargeable battery

5)Drone (unmanned Aerial vehical- UAV):

  • A drone is a powered, unmanned aircraft, formally known as an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or unmanned aircraft system (UAS), that can fly without a human pilot on board.
  • It can be equipped with a  variety of additional equipment, including camera, GPS guided missiles, navigation systems, sensors and so on.

 Uses:

  • Aerial Photography & Videography
  • Delivery
  • Search & Rescue
  • Inspection

6)Wireless charging:

  • Inductive charging (also known as wireless charging) is a type of Wireless power transfer.
  • It uses electromagnetic induction to provide electricity to portable devices.