The Verge introduced me to the Kissenger, a device that allows long-distance couples to "kiss" over the internet:

Wow. And if you think that's sad, go look at the "mini-surrogate" video from the same company, which involves creepy dolls making frantic gestures on your behalf. Don't get me wrong—the technology will be there one day for physical long-distance communication. But we're definitely not there yet.