Future of Technology & AI - AI is expected to become more emotional, leading to strong emotional bonds between humans and AI, potentially influencing user experience and interaction design [43][44][45] - Smart glasses are predicted to replace smartphones, with the mirror world (digital twin of the real world) becoming a key interface for interacting with AIs and robots [33][34][38] - The development of smart glasses faces significant technical challenges, and it may take 5-10 years or more to achieve widespread adoption [48][49] - Chinese companies are considered more likely to innovate in smart glasses due to their supply chain advantages and willingness to experiment [53][54] - Home humanoid robots are unlikely to be prevalent in 25 years, with limited improvement in capabilities despite cost reduction; industrial or commercial applications are more likely [58][59][60] Education & Learning - The education system needs to adapt to AI, focusing on teaching students how to learn and ask questions, rather than memorizing answers [13][15][17] - Learning how to learn and mastering a skill are more important than specific knowledge for future job roles [15][16][20] Media & Content Creation - The media industry will still need human reporters in 25 years to oversee AI-driven research and guarantee the quality and accountability of content [22][23][24] - Experiential news, where users are immersed in a virtual environment, will become more common [26][27] - Smaller media startups have an advantage in adapting to new technologies compared to larger, established media companies [28][29][30] Space Exploration & Longevity - Cities on Mars are unlikely, with space exploration primarily serving as a research endeavor with indirect economic benefits [64][65][66] - Extending healthy lifespan is more desirable than simply extending age, with limited progress expected in age extension [72][73] Societal & Economic Impact - The global population is expected to shrink, particularly in China, leading to a demographic challenge with fewer young people and more older people [77][78] - AI could help solve economic problems related to an aging population by creating an economy where AI also consumes things [79] Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI) - Non-invasive brain-computer interfaces are expected to be available in 25 years, potentially used by gamers and artists, but their practical applications remain unclear [82][83][84]

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