Future Tech & Predictions for 2022

2022 Tech Predictions and Hopes

The team at Waveform gathers to look forward to the upcoming year, discussing highly anticipated product refreshes, broader industry trends, and personal hopes for the evolving landscape of technology.

Audio and Portable Synthesizers

• Adam expresses his long-standing desire for a successor to the Teenage Engineering OP-1, hoping for a modern, updated OP-2 featuring USB-C and a refined design.
• The discussion highlights the cult status of such devices, drawing parallels to legendary delayed releases like Half-Life 3.

The EV Revolution

• There is strong optimism for the future of Electric Vehicles (EVs), with a focus on increased competition and the potential for more affordable models.
• The team debates which manufacturer will be the first to release a sub-$30,000 EV with a range exceeding 240 miles, with candidates ranging from Hyundai and Toyota to Tesla.
• Concerns remain regarding the maturity of current charging networks and the persistent need for better battery density to improve both EV range and drone flight times.

Future of Computing and Studios

• The hosts discuss the potential revival of an iMac Pro with Apple Silicon, visualizing a powerful, professional desktop with a design inspired by the Pro Display XDR.
• They reflect on the shift from desktops to high-power laptops, pondering if the desktops-for-pros era is shrinking as high-end MacBooks become increasingly capable.

"I really want to see more EVs come to market. Again, I really like competition. And I think next year is looking really interesting."

Channel Goals

• The team emphasizes a desire to prioritize high-quality guest collaborations in 2022.
• Andrew jokingly challenges the team to include live-streaming gaming content, aiming to get Marquez to participate in trending multiplayer titles.