Emerging Technology Trends for Personal Devices in 2025

Access the latest Gartner® Emerging Tech Impact Radar: Personal Technologies.
A visual explainer of 22 emerging technologies shaping the future of personal tech.
Ranked by timing and impact, backed by Gartner® research.

This Gartner® report delivers structured insight to help product, engineering and strategy leaders make informed decisions, covering innovations like Matter, satellite connectivity, on-device GenAI and Ultra-Wideband (UWB).

  • Key Technologies Covered in the Report:

    • Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Adoption Trends: Enabling precise spatial awareness for next-gen user experiences.
    • Matter and Interoperability Standards: Simplifying smart device compatibility through a unified connectivity protocol.
    • Satellite Coverage from Space: Extending mobile and IoT connectivity beyond traditional networks.
    • On-Device GenAI: Smarter, faster devices with AI running locally for privacy and performance.
    • AI-Driven Device Form Factors: New product categories built around ambient intelligence and agent-based interaction.

    Qorvo is noted in the report for its role in UWB innovation.

    By 2030, an entry-level smartphone will be capable of getting broadband internet access from anywhere in the world using a combination of terrestrial and satellite services.
    Gartner, Emerging Tech Impact Radar
  • Access This Report Before May 12, 2025.