10 tech inventions that should really exist by this point

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Samantha Murphy
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Looking ahead at technology of the future often leaves us with a very cliché question: Where are our flying cars?

We might not be cruising through the air in personalized SUVs just yet, but if self-driving and self-park vehicles are any indication, modern advancements are inching much closer to an automated, hyper-smart lifestyle.

As geniuses in Silicon Valley and their garages work to revolutionize our world, we couldn't help but dream up what other type of inventions -- both big and simple -- could have lasting impact our lives.

Here's a look at a few of the inventions we want to see, from a hairdryer that saves 20 minutes in the morning to shoes that morph into snow boots.

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