Check Out These 8 Futuristic Patented Designs That We Can Expect to See Come to Life Within the Coming Years

Some of the most futuristic ideas never make it to store shelves right away, but patent filings can still give us a glimpse of what companies are dreaming up behind closed doors. From wearable flight concepts to smart accessories and next-gen devices, these designs show just how far innovation can stretch.

In this roundup, we are looking at eight patented concepts from major brands that could shape the future of technology, transportation, and everyday gadgets. Some are practical, some are wildly ambitious, and all of them are fascinating to see in prototype form.

Here are the patented designs that might not be here yet, but could be closer than you think.

The Freedom Suit

The Freedom Suit is a patented design created by the brand Fluglicht.

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The idea is to have a way to fly, not for transportation, but simply for the enjoyment of flying.

It's an exoskeleton that resembles the structure of a bird's wings to help humans enjoy flight.

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The suit is said to have been conceived by many individuals with the same desire and vision to help humans fly.

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Here's a closer look at the exoskeleton patented design to help you get a better idea of the direction they're heading in.

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Basically, it will work by allowing the human to flap their hands/wings along with hydraulics to maintain flight.

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That is one way to make flying feel personal.

Apple iMag

The Apple iMag is a conceptual design by Apple to enhance mobile gaming.

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The idea is to give mobile gamers a way to change how they can use their mobile devices to play games.

The concept involves adding a magnetic accessory that allows users to place their phone in it, providing the ultimate experience when mobile gaming.

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There are multiple components of the accessory that allow the user to switch out and choose which accessories to use.

This enables the gamer to customize how they'd like to play the game.

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This allows users to have a gaming setup tailored for each of their specific games.

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You can see here the base and remote setup that they're showcasing.

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Apple clearly had gamers in mind here.

Apple iScribe Air

Apple iScribe Air is changing the way we write by allowing people to use this pen without any surface at all.

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It's interesting because it features a pen that doesn't require a surface to write.

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This pen allows creators and designers to write, draw, and create freely.

It utilizes motion sensors, cameras, and other high-end technology to write without a surface.

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That makes the concept feel even more futuristic.

Apple iShield

Apple is clearly working on an innovative way to prevent screen cracks in the future.

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This is a small device that helps shield the phone screen if it happens to be dropped.

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This is a close-up of the device, showing the protective cushions designed to help absorb the impact if dropped.

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Basically, it's a smart device that activates whenever it detects specific movements.

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Essentially, it understands if the phone is in free fall and will extend its pins to protect against the fall.

They'll be placed in the four corners, as shown here, to break the fall.

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It is hard not to appreciate the logic behind that one.

This “Freedom Suit” battle over human flight feels like those 81 visual anomalies that make your logic spin out of control.

The MonoWheel

Ford has introduced this concept of transforming from a unicycle-type motor vehicle to a four-wheeled motor vehicle.

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Their goal is to bring new versatility to their car by enabling the switch between the two modes.

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This is what Ford presents as the four-wheeled version of this vehicle.

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This is a close-up of what the MonoWheel looks like.

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The advanced suspension system is what makes this transformation possible.

 “At the touch of a button, the rear of the car will rise from the ground, disengaging the wheel. The motorized hub then effortlessly attaches, allowing the driver to continue their journey on the MonoWheel.”

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Ford was clearly thinking beyond a standard car design.

Facebook's Optical Drift

Optical Drift is Facebook's innovative approach to video calling in the future.

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The main feature of this device is that it levitates.

It's designed to allow you to move freely while video calling, unlike traditional fixed setups.

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This camera can spin 360 degrees and adjust its levitation to keep you in frame.

“The user simply has to set it up in a convenient location and then move freely, knowing that the camera tracks your movement and adjusts to keep you centered in the frame and always in focus.”

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That is a very different way to think about a camera.

Google Palm Reader

This isn't as outrageous as it seems, but it is definitely futuristic.

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It's actually a pair of glasses that can display information on any surface, like your palm.

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It's an interesting concept, with the glasses using a projector and camera to record and process the information.

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It's a very quick way to access information, literally right at the palm of your hand.

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They're marketed as ideal for those on the go.

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Google seems to be aiming for convenience with a sci-fi twist.

Samsung's Smart Sight

This Samsung creation is a pair of contact lenses with a unique capability.

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They can display information as if it's right in your line of sight.

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These lenses can be used for augmented or virtual reality applications.

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It's probably one of the most futuristic types of products we've seen.

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Samsung is keeping the futuristic theme going strong.

These designs truly look like they are from the future. All of them seem extremely futuristic and not like something we'll see soon, but perhaps in the coming years.

Regardless, we can look back and remember that we heard about these cars, electronics, and other smart devices when they were just ideas and patents.

Some of these patents could be closer to reality than they seem.

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