As we move forward in the 21st century, the pace of technological innovation shows no sign of slowing down. The year 2018 is set to be another exciting one for tech enthusiasts, with many eagerly awaited products on the horizon. Here are some of the most anticipated tech products that were set to make a splash in 2018 and beyond.

1. Samsung Galaxy X: 2018 was teased to be the year when Samsung would finally unveil its long-rumored foldable smartphone, the Galaxy X. Expected to feature a flexible display that can open up to the size of a small tablet, this device could redefine the smartphone market.

2. Apple’s AR Glasses: Rumors suggested that Apple was working on augmented reality (AR) glasses that would pair with an iPhone to project information and images into the user’s field of vision. If made a reality beyond 2018, these glasses could mark a significant step forward in wearable technology.

3. Magic Leap One: After years of secrecy, Magic Leap was finally expected to release its mixed-reality headset in 2018, the Magic Leap One. Promising to blend digital objects with the real world in ways that have never been seen before, this product had captured the imagination of developers and consumers alike.

4. Tesla Model 3: The Tesla Model 3 had been making news ever since its announcement, and deliveries were expected to ramp up in 2018. Touted as an affordable electric car with cutting-edge features like Autopilot, it aimed at bringing sustainable energy cars further into the mainstream market.

5. Google Pixel Buds: Google announced Pixel Buds, wireless earbuds that offer real-time language translation among other features, as a companion piece to their Pixel smartphones. these earbuds represented Google’s foray into combining hardware and artificial intelligence.

6. Oculus Go: Virtual reality (VR) continued its march towards becoming more consumer-friendly with devices like the Oculus Go set for release in early 2018. This standalone VR headset did not require a computer or phone to operate, potentially making it a game-changer in how people experience immersive content.

7. Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Generation): Amazon’s Echo Dot is already popular among smart home devices, but expectations were high for its third iteration in 2018 and beyond. With improved voice recognition technology and better audio quality than previous versions, it was ready to solidify Amazon’s place in our homes.

These products are just a sample of what was anticipated for 2018 and beyond—each with the potential to impact our lives significantly. From smartphones evolving past their current form factor to sustainable transportation solutions becoming more accessible, it is clear that technology will continue to transform our world in ways we can only imagine.