This is a submission for the Future Writing Challenge: How Technology Is Changing Things.
Dear Friends and Family,
I hope this letter finds you in good health—or at least, your smartwatch hasn't alerted you otherwise. If it has, don't panic! Soon, AI physicians will be diagnosing you, drones will be bringing you your medicines, and your fridge will be refusing to let you take that extra slice of cake. Welcome to the future!
Each day, technology is creeping further into our daily lives, akin to a snoop relative who refuses to get the hint. From the moment we wake to the moment we finally set down our phones (after viewing "just one more" video), technology is governing our lives in ways we couldn't have anticipated. So let's take a tour through an average day in 2025—with our clever assistants leading the way.
Morning: A Struggle with Technology ☀️????
No more jarring alarm clocks—your phone wakes you up now with a gentle sunrise simulation, a "Good Morning!" playlist, and a motivational quote that you'll ignore before sleeping for another 10 minutes.
You drag yourself to the kitchen, and your smart fridge (now your personal life coach) says hello:
"You sure you want coffee? You got only 5 hours of sleep. Why don't you have a green smoothie instead?"
Excuse me?! You're a fridge, not my mom!!!
Work Life: Are We Even Needed Anymore? ????????
Technology has made "going to work" a thing of the past, and "working from bed" the new norm. AI-based software now writes emails, takes minutes of meetings, and even simulate us on video calls. (If your manager suddenly stops recognizing your voice, it's because your AI helper has been sitting in for you.)
And the worst part? Chatbots are replying to emails written by other chatbots. At this point, we’re all just spectators in the grand battle of AI vs. AI.
Midday Shopping: “One Click and Instant Regret” ????️????
We used to have to walk to shops back in the day. Nowadays, your phone knows what you want before you do. You say "running shoes" once, and suddenly all the adverts are getting you ready for the Olympics.".
And with drone delivery, our shopping now arrives quicker than our own second thoughts. Yesterday I bought a book at 1 PM. At 3 PM, it arrived on my doorstep. At 4 PM, I remembered that I don't even like books.
Lunchtime: The Rise of the Robot Chefs ????????
Too exhausted to cook? No worries! Your intelligent assistant already knows what you're hungry for. "Would you like to order your favorite pizza?"
Well, if you really want to…
In the meantime, some restaurants now employ robot chefs, tossing burgers and making sushi. At this pace, the only thing we'll have left to do is eat—and even then, a robot will one day chew our food for us.
Evening: The Paradox of Infinite Choices ????????????️
You return home after a long day and sit on the couch to watch television—only to spend 40 minutes browsing through infinite possibilities. Why is it more difficult to pick a movie than it is to pick a spouse?
Then there's the intelligent assistant, constantly listening to:
Me: "I need a vacation."
Alexa: "Here are some flight specials to Bali."
Me: "Wait… what?"
At this stage, even my phone is aware that I need a break before I do.
Nighttime: The Age-Old Battle of "One More Scroll" ????????
Lastly, you get into bed, ready to sleep. But then your phone whispers:
""Would you like to view 10,000 videos of dogs learning to dance?"
And voila—sleep is delayed by two hours.
So, What's Next?
Technology is changing life faster, smarter, and sometimes, a little scary. Yet as our homes, cars, and even the fridge are getting smarter, let's not lose sight of what matters most—human connection, genuine laughter, and Sunday night family dinner (even if we all sneakily check our phones between bites).
So, let's welcome the future, smile at the glitches, and never forget—no AI, no robot, no smart fridge can ever replicate the warmth of a hug or the happiness of a shared meal.
With love (and hopefully good WiFi),
Snehal
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