Here are some of the most outstanding things happened to the world and tech industry 2017. We have news from big brands like Apple to Nokia, and the rise of Bitcoins! Check it out in our article below!
TECH INDUSTRY 2017: round-up!
Apple iPhone X is one of the most anticipated flagship this year. This smartphone has turned a big leap for Apple and a new era for the phone industry. Apple handset has become the most expensive phone ever, with a price tag of more than a thousand dollar. iPhone X outstanding specs include facial security system, edge-to-edge display, a true-depth camera and OLED display. These upgraded technology of Apple might change the whole smartphone industry forever.
The second impressive factor of 2017 is the surge of Bitcoin. This cryptocurrency has just gained its popularity this year. On the first day of 2017, the price per Bitcoin is around $998. However, when it comes to the end of the year, the value of one Bitcoin surges up to 1600%, hits the price at $17,000. Bitcoin is a virtual currency traded through a blockchain network of computers. Moreover, this new type of currency is not under control of any government or bank.
The last milestone from the Tech Industry 2017 we want to mention is the return of Nokia. HMD Global has marked the return of Nokia handsets with the launch of Nokia 6 in January. Furthermore, Nokia also released the flagship Nokia 8 with impressive features. Let’s wait for some revolution from Nokia next year. Besides, in the mid-range segment, Huawei, Oppo and Vivo also came with competitive prices and marketing strategies. In addition, Huawei was temporarily breaking Apple-Samsung duopoly with the launch of Huawei Mate 10 and Huawei Mate 10 Pro.
What to expect from Tech industry in 2018?
In 2018, we expect to see the rise of other cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin Cash or Ethereum. Moreover, Nokia might also break the Apple-Samsung duopoly competition with their upcoming flagships. Regarding the next siblings of Apple, some people guess that the manufacturer would come with foldable and 100% bezel-less display.