A new report examining the future of mobile technology is highlighting a range of benefits for people living and working across Sunraysia and the Mallee.
Experts say the days of carrying cash or cards, remembering passwords and queuing at the checkout are numbered and could even be eliminated within the next five years.
The report also points to the early adoption of Low Earth Orbit satellites to expand mobile coverage, especially into RURAL and REMOTE parts of the country.
Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association (AMTA) Chief Executive, Louise Hyland, says mobile technologies will be embedded into nearly every aspect of our daily lives as access and connectivity continues to grow.
AMTA also predicts the most popular tech we’ll be using in 2030 and beyond will be:
● 5G & Very-Early 6G Smartphones – Ultra-fast speeds, near-zero delays in data downloads, and AI-powered device capabilities.
● Foldable & Rollable Devices – no more cracked screens with flexible-screen handsets and tablets for multitasking, entertainment, and productivity.
● Mobile Health monitoring – Continuous health monitoring from wearables, identifying risks before they become a problem.
● AR Smart Glasses – worn as sunglasses or glasses, these will provide heads-up navigation, translations, and information in daily life.
● Wearable Extensions – Smartwatches, smart rings, and health trackers doubling as payment devices, transit passes, and IDs.
● LEO Satellite Integration – Always-on mobile connectivity via Starlink and other low-Earth orbit networks, giving better connectivity even in remote and regional areas.
● Augmented Reality Applications – Mobile-enabled AR for navigation, sports stats, retail experiences, and education.
● Super-apps/AI Agents – All-in-one platforms integrating payments, messaging, shopping, travel, and government services into a single mobile interface.
Future of Mobile: A Day in the Life is available at https://amta.org.au/
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