The Future Is Here: 23 Inventions That Will Amaze You and Make Your Life Better (24 photos)

Reddit users have shared curious photos depicting unusual objects. A space toilet, an air umbrella, a forklift, and much more seem to have come to us from the distant future…







Can you guess what this is? A video game right in the urinal! But you control the process not with keys, but with… a stream. The game ends when the man "finishes his work." Afterward, he can see the results of his "work" and even the high scores of other players on the scoreboard.





It's pretty hard to explain what this is... A Reddit user shared the photo, writing that he was completely confused.

"My friend's son is charging his sneakers... from the couch. I don't understand what's going on here."

In the comments, he was told that some shoe warmers work this way, but you have to admit, it's still very strange...



And this is a fully automated gas station: there's not a single employee there.



One of the few truly practical inventions of the "future." Thanks to LEDs located across the entire surface of the traffic light, drivers can see the current light even from a distance and in bad weather.



As you can see, the inventors paid special attention to the comfort of drivers. This extended parking lane will help avoid inconvenience when parking.



People are already constantly using their mobile phones, so it's not hard to imagine that the situation will only get worse in the future. To stay connected anytime, anywhere, you can use… a napkin holder! All thanks to its built-in smartphone charger, which can be used by up to six people simultaneously.



For people of the future, a universal USB cable has also been invented that fits any hole.



What about rechargeable batteries? A battery, a tissue box, a universal USB cable, and you can forget about the problem of your gadgets suddenly turning off!



And for the most advanced users of the future, mirror TVs await! This monitor is installed in the hotel bathroom mirror. It's very convenient for those who don't like quiet baths but also don't want to take their smartphone or tablet with them.



After a hot bath, you really want to treat yourself to something delicious... How about fluffy, fragrant pancakes? You don't even have to make them yourself! A special pancake maker will make the perfect dessert for you.



Here's a less ingenious, but still useful invention for lovers of Chinese cuisine. If you've ordered food but haven't yet decided whether to eat with chopsticks or a fork, these fork diggers are here to help!



This machine was created specifically for those students who often forget essential school supplies at home. Notebooks, pens, flash drives, stickers, pencils—all can be purchased simply by depositing money into a special slot. As easy as getting a cup of coffee!



At first, it's very difficult to understand what this is. It may look like a simple stick, but in reality, this is a unique umbrella that uses… air, instead of the usual coating. A powerful jet of air causes raindrops to scatter in all directions, keeping you dry.



This item will solve many girls' problems. The virtually transparent patch will be invisible on your foot if you want to wear your favorite, but very tight, shoes.



And this is the packaging, which uses an innovative Velcro fastener instead of the usual plastic zipper. Why? We'll find out soon.



Cyclists will definitely appreciate this architectural solution!



A restroom in a nightclub. Do you think blue lighting is just for aesthetics? Not at all, it's just that drug addicts can't see their veins in that light.



Inventors have also taken care of the environment and come up with edible golf balls. "Who would eat them?" you ask. It's simple—it's done for the safety of the fish and other marine life that inhabit the waters surrounding the golf course.



The French supermarket's liquor department has been given a softer floor covering to prevent bottles from breaking when dropped. It's also been treated with a special compound that reduces slippage when wet.



Another invention for smartphone addicts: mini traffic lights right on the road.



Any fashionista will appreciate this device, installed in the fitting room. By pressing buttons, you can see how your chosen outfit will look at different times of day.



An improved checkout line at the supermarket. Instead of a cashier, an automatic scanner scans all items.



And this is a sunscreen spray machine installed near the beach. For two bucks, you can turn it on for 45 seconds. This time will be enough to spray the entire body with a jet of liquid.

Which of these inventions did you like the most, and which do you consider useless?