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High five: Top tech to look forward to

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  • Published: 00:00 December 24, 2009
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  • Pegged for a first quarter release, it could smash the eBook dominance

Sony's 3D TV

Sony will bring 3D technology to its Bravia TV range. Viewers will have to wear Real D active shutter glasses, which will be ‘activated' by pointing at a sensor situated above the TV.

Google Chrome OS

Expected to start shipping on a raft of netbooks by 2010, this cloud-based operating system promises to give Microsoft and Apple a big headache, and also change your outlook about computers forever.

Windows Mobile 7

The new OS, promises even less of those pesky menus, more finger-friendly integration and a much sleeker user interaction.

4G

Speedier web access, better coverage and improved roaming, the 4G will offer all this and more

APPLE TABLET

Pegged for a first quarter release, it could smash the eBook dominance of the Kindle and Sony Reader, as well as boost connectivity with apps and a full Mac-style computer on board.

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The problem is that everyone is anxious about certain sudden changes, including you. But while you're biding your time until you learn more, others are taking action, and it isn't always well thought out. The best strategy? For now – distract them.

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