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8 New Technologies That Will Rock Your World

by: The Kiplinger Washington Editors
January 1, 2012

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In the time-honored Kiplinger Letter tradition of forecasting exciting technological breakthroughs, here are eight that will change the way you live and work.

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Digital Receipts

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Apps for Faster Service

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Light-Field Cameras: Aim, Shoot -- Then Focus Later

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Energy-Saving Computer Chips

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Supercharged, Super-Slim Batteries

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Self-Healing Airplanes

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Dick Tracy Watches

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Miniature Video Cameras for Police

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