5 Technology trends for India

Remember when ‘hotmail’ had 2 MB space that felt sufficient and overwhelming. At last check my gmail inbox with capacity of 7.5 GB was 54% full. This is just one basic example which illustrates how dynamic the internet is and how the website rankings, users and preferences change.

Vulnerability in the ecosystem has ensured constant innovation. Mentioned below are some trends that have been identified with India as a geography. These could result in dynamic changes and exponential growth in the way Indians use internet.

1. Deeper penetration: Many started using internet with smart phones getting affordable and due to popular websites like Facebook. With new users logging in daily, in a few years a housewife from Jalandhar would send grocery orders via email from her wireless device and payments would be made via online payment gateways.

2. Entertainment: With 3G and advanced wireless devices, TV channels will compete with exclusive streaming services which would offer entertainment at competitive prices.

3. Publications: Apps will change the way you read newspapers & magazines. Interactive ads and auto updated personalized content will be delivered. Instant feedback and gratification will become the industry standard.

4. VOIP: Faster, stable data connections and apps will ensure communication is seamless and cost effective irrespective of distance between the caller and person being called.

5. More data on Cloud: Your bank statements, bills have found their way to your email. Don’t be surprised if your medical reports and other financial data also starts getting stored on the cloud.