NEW YEAR, NEW TECH! 3 of 2018’s Most Futuristic Gadgets Along with a collection of short-lived resolutions, each new year brings a staggering array of wild technology. Here are a few of the coolest new gadgets predicted to hit the scene in 2018. A Microwave That Doubles as a Flash Fridge For a couple of years now, the Spanish-Korean company Frigondas has been developing a microwave that, in addition to perfectly warming up your leftovers, comes equipped with the ability to rapidly cool down foods. Not only can you use it to freeze fresh foods for later use, but you can toss a beer inside and let it chill in just a couple of minutes. A ‘Hybrid Reality Environment’ From Science Fiction Composed of 72 LCD panels, a 20-speaker immersive surround sound system, and an optical motion tracking system powered by 10 separate cameras, Cave2 is half virtual reality, half insanely futuristic whiteboard. After donning a pair of 3-D glasses, users, namely scientists and engineers, can fully immerse themselves in whatever they want, whether it’s a visualization of data that describes our solar system or, as exhibited in a recent demonstration, a model of Chicago, complete with real-time crime data. Has a Brain Injury Ruined Your Life? More Than a Knock on the Head The ancient Egyptians believed a person’s heart held their mind and soul, and that one’s heart must be lighter than a feather to enter the afterlife. While we can’t speak for the soul, today we know our mind — all our memories, thoughts, and personality — resides within the brain. For something so valuable, our brains are easily damaged. The Centers for Disease Control reports there are over 2.8 million traumatic brain injury (TBI)-related emergency room visits across the country every year. The Mayfield Clinic cites motorcycle accidents as one of the most common causes of TBIs. SERVICE HIGHLIGHT
A TV That Generates Sound With Its Screen Yeah, yeah — another new, bigger, shinier TV. Big deal, right? At first glance, Sony’s new 65-inch Bravia A1E television looks just like another high-end display among many. 4K resolution, HDR technology, and OLED display round out the buzzwords that come standard on TV ads these days. But one look at the massive TV reveals this is a bit of a different beast than its competition. Instead of mounting on the wall or sitting an ordinary vertical television stand, the new Bravia TV comes equipped with a stand that leans directly on the
floor. There’s no visible stand or border. The processor and other essential components are all housed in its back unit. But what’s really interesting about this TV is the way it generates sound. Examining the unit, you’ll discover there’s not a single speaker to be found. Instead, Sony’s equipped the screen itself with four actuators that turn the entire screen into a sound- emitting device — a new technology called “Acoustic Surface.”
is so extreme that it can drastically change a person’s personality and demeanor.
• Physical — Since the brain controls the rest of your body, physical damage can be severe. Physical pain and loss of motor skills have been reported. TBIs can also lead to loss of vision or hearing, constant ringing in the ears, headaches and chronic migraines, comas, and seizures. • Psychological — Research suggests TBIs and concussions may lead to chronic traumatic encephalopathy, dementia, depression, and the early onset of Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. After a brain injury, neuropsychological treatment is necessary in order to have a chance at overcoming any deficiencies. This treatment often lasts a lifetime and runs between $85,000 and $3 million! Unfortunately, many top brain injury treatment facilities don’t take insurance. When a facility does accept insurance, the insurance company may refuse to pay for treatment. If the need for treatment is the result of someone else’s negligence, the patient may be entitled to compensation to help cover the bill. A traumatic brain injury can be a life-changing event for both the victim and loved ones. If you’re struggling to recover, don’t suffer alone. Reach out to a team of experienced attorneys who can help procure the appropriate compensation, so you have the greatest opportunity to live your best life.
Traumatic brain injuries lead to different types of impairment:
• Cognitive — People commonly suffer from memory loss after a head injury. In many cases, the cognitive damage
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