5 Panels You Shouldn’t Miss At The Technology + Gadget Expo

The Tech + Gadget Expo is taking place at Melbourne’s Convention centre this weekend. Much like Pax Australia and other gaming conventions, there’s a bunch of awesome panels taking place. We’ve rounded up some of the best ones taking place on Saturday and Sunday

BEYOND POKEMON GO: HOW AUGMENTED REALITY IS CHANGING YOURS

Where: Main Stage

When: Saturday 10:00am

Join us as we explore the real world applications of augmented reality with some of the leading experts from the Technology Gadget Expo, with live demos!…..

The term AR (augmented reality) is being thrown around a lot lately. But they will be increasingly integrated into our everyday lives. Work, play and everything in between will be affected by these innovative technologies. From Pokemon Go! to buying your first home see how these innovative technologies are turning fantasy into reality.

THE INTERNET OF THINGS: BUILDING BIKES, BODIES, AND THE BLUETOOTH OF THE FUTURE

Where: Main Stage

When: Saturday 11:00am

IoT, or Internet of Things, is a booming field in technology enabling all sort of devices to be connected through wifi, Bluetooth, and motion capture technology. More and more we are going to see digital connectivity integrated seamlessly into our lives – how will this change our perception of mobility, the world around us and ourselves?

HOW SMART WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFESTYLE

Where: Main Stage

When: Saturday 12:45pm

This panel will cover how smart products will change your lifestyle.

Presented By: Mark Stueckle, Manager, Sales and Business Development, Robert Bosch Australia.

DRONES: THE FUTURE OF THOSE MAGNIFICENT FLYING MACHINES

Where: Main Stage

When: Sunday 10:00am

Seeing is believing. And we are going to see a lot more drones in our skies in the future. Whether it’s deliveries, data collection, photography, or just having a play, unpiloted aircraft are going to be a big feature of the modern world. Could we even see a time when large freight or even people are transported via drones.

AUSSIE TECH: KEEPING US HAPPY WHILE KEEPING US COOL

Where: Main Stage

When: Sunday 11:00am

What’s next for tech in the home? How will our lives be transformed by simple smart home gadgets? We talk to folks creating those tech innovations keeping us happy whilst making us cool…

Australia was designed for the perfect blend of indoor/outdoor living. But how do you stay entertained while also staying cool? We discover the advances in home theatre technology that are making lounge rooms more like cinemas while also cooling down your home in the summer months.