Many of Doraemon’s gadgets from the magic pocket have been turned into reality by technology and science.
Top Doraemon Gadgets That Have Appeared in Real Life
The robotic cat Doraemon is not only the best friend of the clumsy boy Nobita but also a beloved companion for countless generations of children from the ’80s, ’90s, and even the 2000s. This adorable cat is not only kind and cute but also has a magic pocket filled with endless gadgets.
The magic pocket of Doraemon holds the childhood memories of generations.
Twenty years ago, Doraemon’s gadgets were merely fictional creations by author Fujiko F. Fujio. However, in the modern era, many of these gadgets have surprisingly become a reality!
1. Self-Driving Cars
In the days when Nobita, Suneo, Shizuka, and others were still in the 3E class, a car that could drive and control itself was a miracle. However, by 2022, the concept of self-driving cars has become quite normal. Many renowned car manufacturers like Tesla, Mercedes, and Nissan have launched smart self-driving technology years ago. However, the safety and accuracy of these vehicles are still not guaranteed to be 100% as Doraemon’s gadgets from the 22nd century.
2. 3D Printers
As a true fan of Doraemon, one cannot forget this interesting gadget. It appeared in several episodes of the comics and animations with the ability to instantly create 3D objects from drawn models.
The 3D printers in today’s world are a bit more complex than the device in Doraemon. To print a 3D object, we still need to input all the information and details into the device, not just provide an image. This technology is still under development and is expected to improve further in the future.
3. Instant Photo Technology
Many children around the world have marveled at Doraemon’s “Instant Photo Cutter” that could cut out an image frame instantly. At that time, cameras were still considered a luxury item that not everyone had, making this gadget seem fanciful in the minds of readers.
However, today, we are all familiar with Polaroid cameras that can take instant photos. Moreover, direct photo printers have also been invented, allowing us to print images directly from smartphones or cameras quickly and easily.
4. Instant Growth Trees
This gadget is like “instant noodles on a tree”. You pour hot water into the soil and wait a few minutes for a Christmas tree to sprout out. This gadget seems to contradict the natural growth laws of plants, yet it has actually been invented in real life.
With real-life instant growth trees, we don’t even need to pour hot water. All you need to do is set up a stand and pull the tree up literally. However, it is not a real tree but merely an artificial decoration.
5. Underwater Campfires
The underwater campfire in Doraemon, as its name suggests, can burn normally underwater. This allows people to explore and play at the bottom of the sea without fear of darkness.
The real-life version of this seemingly absurd gadget is called Thermite. This substance is made from a mixture of 50% aluminum powder and 50% rust. You will need a strip of magnesium to ignite it. Once Thermite burns, it will continue to burn even underwater!
6. On-Demand Navigation Apps
Today, we are used to using Google Maps or similar apps every day to navigate to our desired destinations. However, about 30 years ago, when Fujiko F. Fujio created the navigation gadget in Doraemon, readers felt it was a miraculous gadget, something only found in stories. This illustrates how rapidly technology and science have developed!
7. ChatGPT
ChatGPT from OpenAI is an AI application that has recently taken the world by storm due to its ability to fluently answer user inquiries. Regardless of the field, your queries can be resolved almost instantly with just a few seconds of input.
This chatbot application is so intelligent that many believe it could replace numerous personnel, especially in marketing communications, as it can write content, assist in communication planning, and provide guidance and advice to businesses across all sectors in the near future.
Considered a “turning point in technology,” few would have guessed that this “gadget” was once “predicted” in Doraemon!
“Record characteristics,” “Analyze drawings and writing styles,” those were Nobita’s requests for the device, and even the “free royalties” sound strikingly similar to the features that ChatGPT currently possesses, don’t you think?
8. Television Phones
The television phone in Doraemon is a gadget that allows the caller not only to hear the voice but also to see the face of the other person.
Before the advent of smartphones, being able to talk while seeing each other from afar seemed impossible. However, today, this has become a reality, widely popular, and is almost “indispensable” in our daily lives.
It can be said that the development of science and technology, or these “magical gadgets,” has truly made our lives more convenient, advanced, and significantly better, hasn’t it?
9. Automatic Voice Recorders
“If you’re too lazy to write, just speak into this mic. The printer will automatically print your words on paper!” Sounds familiar, right? This is exactly what today’s speech-to-text converters and the voice recognition features of Google or Apple do!
In fact, this technology has evolved to work in both directions, converting speech to text and text to speech. You might have noticed it in “sister” Google and the voices in the movie review videos we often see on social media.
10. Livestreaming
“Everyone, help me boost the views!” Surprised? This super effective live online selling trend was actually “predicted” in Doraemon many years ago. It’s true that the creativity and imagination of the author of this legendary series are incredibly rich, isn’t it?
11. Tracking Satellite
In the story, whenever Nobita and Doraemon want to explore and scout new lands, they often use a gadget called “Tracking Satellite.” This is a type of unmanned aircraft capable of flying high and far while transmitting images back to the operator. It’s quite similar to the drones we use in modern times, isn’t it?
12. Complimenting Mirror
How do you feel when you see yourself in a mirror looking ten times better than in real life, without any flaws? Is it a dream, or just an overwhelming illusion? Not at all, that “complimenting mirror” actually refers to today’s photo and video apps with super realistic filters! Even better, besides just admiring ourselves in the mirror, we can now record, capture, save, and share those moments with everyone.
