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From smart phones to electric cars, you may already be amazed by the technology that surrounds your daily life. If you’re amazed because it feels like you’re already living in a sci-fi movie, just wait until you hear the following amazing tech.
Virtual reality
It’s predicted that virtual reality will have its first billion-dollar year in 2018. It’s not surprising; think about all the new virtual reality tech that’s coming out these days—Oculus Rift, Samsung Gear VR, and even Google Cardboard. What makes virtual reality really amazing is the ways it’s currently being used. We’ve all seen how Facebook is starting to use the 360 video to create more immersive（沉浸式虚拟现实的）video content, but start-up Rukkus is taking that one step further. It is using virtual reality to allow people to get a virtual experience of their exact seat before buying their ticket.
Genetic（基因的）testing
In 2007 it cost 1 million dollars to have your DNA sequenced（测定序列）. In 2009, that number dropped to $48,000. Today, it costs less than $1,000 to have your DNA sequenced thanks to the fast development of this tech. Why should people have their DNA sequenced?
Imagine a medical test that allows you to take a look at your future and see possible health risks. This gives you the ability to fight off any issues before they ever happen. Also, it tells you if you are a carrier of any diseases that you could pass on to your children.
Drones（无人驾驶飞机）
On the surface, it could look like drones are just another fashion. What can you really do with them besides film or race? As of right now, that’s all you can do. However, the future of drones has much more in store. Big organizations like Amazon are planning to use drones for shipping purposes. Imagine buying something online and having it delivered in a matter of hours, rather than days.
1. In the author’s opinion, what makes/make virtual reality actually surprising?
A. Its billion-dollar income in 2018. B. Its new virtual reality tech.
C. Gear VR and Cardboard. D. The ways it’s being used.
2. What does Rukkus allow people to do?
A. Play sports games virtually at home.
B. Reject more immersive video content.
C. Receive tickets to games without leaving home.
D. Experience seat virtually before buying ticket.
3. What does the author intend to show by mentioning the costs of DNA sequencing?
A. DNA sequencing is really important.
B. It’s costly to have our DNA sequenced.
C. Genetic testing tech has developed fast.
D. Everyone shouldn’t have their DNA sequenced.
4. In the author’s opinion, in the future drones may be widely used to .
A. deliver goods B. make movies
C. compete in races D. transport passenger
