Its the end of 2006 and the long anticipated gaming consoles, mp3 players and camera-enabled music phones from all contendors have mostly already been released and are being enjoyed by all. We have yet to see the latest releases flourish in the market to its fullest extent, but what do we have to look forward to in 2007? Here are a few previews.

1. The Apple iTV

Though there are many rumours of the much speculated iPhone out there, one things for sure is the Apple iTV. Being the size of a paperback novel, it has the ability to stream video from your computer to your TV, wirelessly. Microsoft users, fret not. It is reportedly compatible as well.

2. DMFCs (direct methanol fuel cells) for phones

The communications titans of Japan promised to release an alternative to the standard lithium ion batteries for phones. The improvement is that the recharging is instant. Though currently in prototype, you can expect the technology to introduce itself in the coming year.

3. The Nokia N-Gage 2

The mobile phone giant plans to release a new line of hand-held gaming devices. It is reportly slicker and silver, and to be out by the first quarter.

4. Mercedes Benz Recy

Its a futuristic car that is entirely made of recyclable products. Taking the style of a classic SL roadster, its set out to save the environment.

5. HDDVD and Blu-Ray

The next generation of DVDs will make its mark with the creation of higher-capacity formats known by these two names through the two competing sides of the industry. As more and more films are released in these new formats, someday you will want to replace your standard DVD player.