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Emma Walsh here, handling editor of the Diary. Regular Diary readers understand that tech isn't our typical beat. And when it comes to tech investing, we leave it to the specialists. Luckily, we have numerous such experts in our Rolodex. Our associate Jeff Brown will recognize to our long time readers.
In fact, he had numerous triple-digit returns in his Brownstone Research portfolios last year. Here's what Jeff thinks the tech sector will bring us in 2021 Each year, I like to have a look at the huge photo and anticipate what's just around the corner. Longtime readers of my work know that I follow the most exciting tech trends on the verge of mass adoption.
These trends are experiencing rapid development and developing incredible opportunities for investors. I want to make certain all our readers are prepared for what's next. And with that in mind, let me draw the photo of what I see coming in the next 12 months 1. 5G Gadgets Our brand-new 5G (fifth-generation) wireless networks are a subject I have actually been covering for years now.
Although the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted supply chains in 2015, an excellent 250 million 5G-enabled devices were still sold. Specifically in the 2nd quarter, there were supply chain disruptions, manufacturing delays, and work blockages. And all of this ultimately led to Apple delaying the release of the 5G-enabled i, Phone 12 by 2 months.
And that need is now going to be pushed into 2021. I anticipate that more than 500 million 5G devices will be delivered in 2021.
Phase Three of 5G When I have actually discussed 5G in the past, I have actually described its 3 various stages. In Stage One, the facilities of these new networks is developed out, consisting of all the new towers and fiber-optic wiring that 5G will need. In Phase 2, 5G gadgets go on sale.
And in Stage 3, 5G services begin to be provided. That's when we start to see applications running on 5G networks. And my 2nd 5G prediction for 2021 is that we will start Stage 3 by this summer.
More and more customers will go out to buy a 5G phone to gain access to these applications. 5G is going to open up a suite of amazing applications: self-driving automobiles, the Web of Things, robotic surgical treatment, and more.
The financial investment opportunities going forward will be massive. CRISPR Genetic Editing Stepping away from 5G, the next important technology I visualize in 2021 is CRISPR genetic modifying. It's one of the most interesting developments in biotechnology.