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Smartphones - multi purpose tool in your pocket, flashlight, phone, navigation, gateway to the internet, camera, etc.., also can summon help when you're in danger (although results may vary).
Quadcopters with GPS auto return feature and position hold (aka: "Drones") - I mean, can you imagine just flying through the air?
I mean, sure, there are planes, but most people don't fly in planes everyday. And you don't really get to be in control, yoi're just a spectator.
Imagine just flying though your neighborhood like a bird. That's whag flying around with a drone feels like. Its throught a screen, but its probably the closest thing to getting the view of a bird.
These days, drones are just like $300 to $1000, basically the cost of a smartphone.
Very fun stuff.
I'm honestly kinda afraid that governments are trying to ban drones because of perceived "national security threats". Politicians always ruining every fun thing 😓