For those in the UK, there's an upcoming documentary that should be of interest.
Seeing into the Future airs this Sunday, 23 November at 8pm on BBC Two, presented by comedian and Strictly winner Chris McCausland, who is blind.
According to The Guardian's preview, the documentary explores current and emerging technologies that are changing the lives of disabled people. McCausland travels to the US to visit major tech companies and research facilities to see what's in development.
The show includes:
- Smart glasses with live video interpretation
- MIT research on molecular devices and bionic assistance technology
- A segment where McCausland takes his first solo car journey in a driverless vehicle