In Pictures: Tech 2013, 10 headlines from the future

As 2013 unfolds, you probably won't be surprised to encounter battles over who can access your personal data, new gaming consoles, big developments from Microsoft, and the perhaps the death of a once-proud smartphone superstar. Admittedly, predicting the future is a tricky business—especially in the volatile world of consumer technology—but we're always inspired to give it a try.

So, with a dash of context and bit of reckless prognostication, here's a sneak peek at some of next year's headlines.