Uglies
Warning!
Spoilers for Netflix’sUglies ahead!
Neflix’sUgliesbrings the future to the small screen with various unique gadgets and technology to set the scene.
Of course, the paradise inUgliesisn’t quite what it seems.
Interface rings use holograms to display pings and images inUglies.
These are used throughout Westerfeld’s book series and were finally brought to the screen in Netflix’s adaptation.
Uglies are especially known for using hoverboards to perform all kinds of tricks.
The only land cars typically seen in the world ofUgliesare the rusty ones abandoned near ancient ruins.
Of course,some models allow government officials to travel outside the citygrid utilizing massive fans.
Hovercars inUgliescan be piloted by Middle Pretties or the city interface.
Such technology was never described this way in Westerfeld’sUgliesbooks.
Eye screens were seen mostly in Westerfeld’s fourthUgliesbook,Extras.
These are essentially dehydrated meals that can be reconstituted with hot water.
Without a ring, a person is basically invisible.
They areessentially smartphone jewelry.
