Can we imagine a day without the Internet? Of course, not! It has become an irreplaceable part of not only our professional, but personal lives too. A similar will be the case with smart cities. With the rapid pace with which digital technologies have been capturing the globe, the day is not far from when we will see smart cities operating in full swing. It will be a different scene altogether. Did you ever imagine that you’ll be able to call a loved one sitting miles away just by touching your phone’s screen? Ever imagined a reverse guiding camera when reversing your car? Ever imagined video calling your loved one sitting in another country? Ever imagined going to an unknown place with the help of a Global Positioning System (GPS) map? All the answers are no. Technology can work wonders to empower a city, a nation & its people.
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The United States has forecasted that by 2050, a whopping 70% of the world's population will be living in smart cities. The main purpose of establishing these cities, enhance the quality of life & promote global economic development. These cities will optimize city functions by using smart technologies & data analysis. Public safety, transportation, & advanced healthcare with many more components are instantly refined.
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