Convergence is defined as two or more things coming together or heading towards the same point (hooray for dictionaries). In relation to technology, this refers to the intertwining of two or more pre-existing technologies in order to produce a more convenient and effective piece of technology.
Some examples:
Skype:
Although not a physical piece of technology, Skype is a freeware program that allows people to communicate with each other at no cost.
Millions of individuals and businesses use Skype to make free video and voice calls, send instant messages and share files with other Skype users.
Headset:
The headset is the convergence of the speaker and the microphone. It is a fairly basic piece of equipment that allows users to speak into the microphone without the use of their hand.
Just in case you are unaware of what a speaker and/or a microphone looks likes, I have attached a photo of both :D.
Ruler Calculator:
Human ingenuity! Is there any greater example?
Here we see the convergence of the calculator and the ruler. It was mainly used by children in the late nineties to cheat on their mathematics exam whilst pretending to measure non-existent lines. No stationary collection is complete without this baby.
The name speaks for itself. There are many different types of smart phones, the most notable being the iPhone. These allow you to listen to music, browse the web and play games whilst also performing the ordinary tasks of older model phones such as sending and receiving text messages.
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