Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Smartphones About to Make Leap, Carry Basic Senses by George Putic Long distance communication contains mostly sounds and pictures. For now. But scientists in Britain say they are close to creating additions for our smartphones that will make it possible to send taste, smell and even a basic touch. VOA's George Putic reports. __________________________________________________________________ [1]http://www.voanews.com/media/video/smartphones-to-carry-basic-senses /2617303.html References 1. http://www.voanews.com/media/video/smartphones-to-carry-basic-senses/2617303.html