Last updated on 2012-01-04, by video

Looking Forward: Top 10 High-tech Products in 2012

BusinessInsider released blog focusing on top 10 technical products in the upcoming 2012, which including HD MacBook, PlayStation 4, Wii U and the new generation Android and iOS. According to news flooding over the Internet recently, we have been acknowledged what important products will be in 2012 and the CES next month will be with more new products.

1. HD MacBook
It is not a secret for Apple to make an adjustment on MacBook product line. But the latest news shows that in addition to faster processor and more memory, it is also expected to launch the 15-inch MacBook Air as well as HD MacBook Pro.

2. New Android
We know nothing about the new generation Android except it may be named as Jelly Bean. Nonetheless, the expectation for it is still high. Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich released this year is remarked as the biggest breakthrough on this platform which has laid the foundation for next year’s success. It is hoped that Google can earn the same success when it rolls out Android 5.0.

3. New iOS
The only news about iOS so far is the recent acquisition of C3 Technologies. The company has made an excellent 3D map which reduces iPhone dependence on Google map.
In addition, we are also looking forward to iOS 6 including better inform function, Widget and better multitasking function.
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4. PlayStation 4
Sony has confirmed that they are developing PlayStation 4. Lots of people expect the product will be released on the E3 gaming expo 2012.
Besides, all pieces of news are guesses. However, it is for certain that Sony will work hard to make PlayStation 4 popular in at least 6 years, just like PlayStation 3.
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5. Nintendo Wii U
As the next generation game console of Nintendo, Wii U is expected to make a debut in the second of 2012. Nintendo displayed this product on E3 gaming expo in 2011, with touch screen handle which can receive game console image and little games.

6. ASUS Padfone
ASUS is a 4.3-inch combination of Android tablet PC and smartphone which is scheduled to release in the early 2012. In May 2011 ASUS has announced this product but now more information about it later. Maybe ASUS is waiting for the system modification completion on “Ice Cream Sandwich”.

7. PC with Ultra-high Speed Thunderbolt Interface
Intel’s Thunderbolt ultra-high speed interface has been equipped with Mac, it is expected to be installed on Windows PC in April next year. This means that users will get transmission speed far higher than USB. For example, it only takes a few seconds to finish the transmission of a HD movie.

8. PlayStation Vita
Unfortunately, the next generation PlayStation Vita has not been made a debut during the Christmas shopping season. But fortunately, the product is scheduled to release on February 22, 2012. This product is equipped with 5-inch touch screen, two analog joysticks and also internet function via 3G module. Wi-Fi version costs $249, 3 G version $299.

9. Windows 8 Tablet PC
Supposing that Windows 8 will launch next year, there will be a large number of tablet computers running on this system flooding in. Windows 8 adopts the same Metro interface with Windows Phone 7 so the design is quite exquisite. Samsung and HP are expected to be the first to launch Windows 8 tablet PC next year.

10. Head 3D Theater
Imaging that what will you feel when wearing the full 3D home theater on the head? Sony Personal 3D Viewer will achieve this function for you next year. This product will provide full HD experience. Unfortunately, the price of this product is as high as $800.
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