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Displace wants to be first commercial wireless television @ CES 2023
March 08, 2023
One of the biggest problems with installing a television in your home or office is the cabling. You can hang the TV on the wall and make it a beautiful feature of your room. However, to make it work,
HITS AI helps make medication research safer and cheaper @ CES 2023
March 08, 2023
In the last few months, the topic of artificial intelligence, better known as AI, has been at the top of people's minds. This is because of the new usage model brought about because of generative AI,
Aiper's Seagull pool cleaners leave cleaning for the birds @ CES 2023
March 08, 2023
Having a pool can make your summer a lot more fun, but the maintenance can be annoying. Leaves and dirt are going to get into the pool whether you like it or not and can be damaging. Plus, no one want
Don't Forget helps you remember the important things @ CES 2023
March 07, 2023
Every year, we hear several stories of disasters caused by forgetting something in a car. We see babies die in their car seats. We see pets die waiting for their owners to return. And while there are
CookingPal: Your 'new best pal' for your meal preparation @ CES 2023
March 07, 2023
Growing up as a child, I was always in the kitchen. I had the opportunity to learn to cook at a very early age, and I was always told one important thing: never get too close to the pressure cooker be
Fraunhofer FEP has a microdisplay to modernize VR headsets @ CES 2023
March 07, 2023
At CES 2023, we had a lot of conversations about virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality. Some companies discussed hardware, a lot discussed software, but very few discussed the most imp
Sorama visualizes sound levels in order to detect problems @ CES 2023
March 06, 2023
Construction can be a long and expensive process. Plus, when building out a new space, you have the challenge of making sure that everything is put together just right to prevent things like gaps in y
Reboot Imagine: Mastering a new age of business tech and IT @ CES 2023
March 06, 2023
We all remember helping our parents and grandparents with setting up and using the most recent technology. It started with properly connecting video players to the back of the tv and scheduling the re
OneThird: Taking a bite out of food waste a fruit at a time @ CES 2023
March 06, 2023
At CES, we always find the most wonderful new gadgets and enhancements to existing technology. But keep in mind that not every company or product on display here is featuring a new tech toy, better qu
Cloverland brings a safe casino into the metaverse @ CES 2023
March 03, 2023
In a standard year (2021 being the exception), CES takes place in Las Vegas. In addition to our annual tech conference, Las Vegas is known for its casinos. Even if you don't gamble, going to the city
Bird Buddy allows you to get up close to beautiful birds @ CES 2023
March 03, 2023
One of the most fun and exciting things in nature to do is to watch beautiful birds up close. Usually, this would require you to sit quietly in a park or on your back patio with binoculars, hoping you
Largo.ai is making a difference in the movies we love @ CES 2023
March 03, 2023
One of the reasons that we choose to broadcast from the Venetian Expo Center for our live CES coverage is that we get the distinct advantage of not only seeing the various stages of the companies them
Celitech makes international mobile travel a breeze @ CES 2023
February 28, 2023
If you like to travel internationally, you know there is a major problem with it - cellular coverage. Sure, your carrier might claim to have coverage across the globe, but it's usually spotty coverage
The MACA S11 is bringing the racing experience into the air @ CES 2023
February 28, 2023
Do you want a flying car? Of course, you do! We were promised by science fiction that flying cars would be everywhere in the year 2000. While we're several decades out from the turn of the millennium,
DV Invest brings insights and strategies to Web3 investors @ CES 2023
February 28, 2023
The next evolution of the web is upon us, and it's being called Web3. The phrase means different things to different people, but it generally describes the concept of distributed computing instead of
Rollkers adds wheels to your feet to get you walking faster @ CES 2023
February 27, 2023
Transportation technology has become a big part of the tech world. Whether it's an electric bicycle, flying car, or any variety of safety technology, transportation is a big deal. Sometimes we see a t
Nanoleq believes that the time for smart textiles is now @ CES 2023
February 27, 2023
Smart sensors are everywhere today. We've got them all over our homes and offices, in and about our cars, and even worn on our bodies. But, like many things in the tech world, they have started out ge
CAPNOS wants to help people quit smoking and vaping @ CES 2023
February 27, 2023
For many decades, smoking has been a big problem across all generations. The biggest problem has been the consistent targeting of children in marketing and advertising. For years, Big Tobacco was said
Pyxel makes it easy for anyone to learn how to code @ CES 2023
February 24, 2023
It seems like every time we turn around, someone is talking about education in STEAM - meaning science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (or manufacturing). And, while it is not the righ
YubiKey keeps your online data safe in an easy way @ CES 2023
February 24, 2023
As time goes on, the internet gets to be a more dangerous place. It seems like every day we read another story about another data breach or ransomware attack because simple safety precautions were not
Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra adds high quality video live streams @ CES 2023
February 24, 2023
The world lives on the internet today, even more so than even just a few years ago. Many types of work have moved from living in an office to working from home or on a hybrid schedule. Gamers spend th
Algal Bio has a natural supplement to help you sleep better @ CES 2023
February 23, 2023
Millions of people have issues sleeping at night. Whether there's too much going on in their head, their diet has caused something in their body to be unbalanced, or any number of other issues, it is
Conversation Clear Plus aims to improve people's hearing @ CES 2023
February 23, 2023
Hearing products have come a long way in the past few years. Not too long ago, hearing products were very specific technology (aka hearing aids) with a specific look, feel, and behavior. They were con
Roland AeroCaster: The live streamer's new best friend @ CES 2023
February 23, 2023
Live streaming has become a big business. Between gaming platforms like Twitch and standard platforms like YouTuve and Rumble, it's never been easier to stream video. Even podcasters have gotten into
Roland BRIDGE CAST makes game streaming a lot easier @ CES 2023
February 07, 2023
Videogame streaming has become a major part of the entertainment industry. In our offices, you can almost always find at least one Twitch stream running with one of the popular streamers. As the indus
New Razer Blade laptops are for gamers and content creators @ CES 2023
February 07, 2023
When it comes to computers, getting the right one for your needs is essential. If you're a casual user, you don't want to spend a fortune just to browse the web and check your email. On the other hand
Canon MREAL makes mixed reality a more natural place @ CES 2023
February 07, 2023
Virtual reality has become a big business. Brands from several companies, including Apple and Facebook, have gotten into the virtual reality space in recent years. However, an up-and-coming aspect of
Kokomo is the VR communication tool you've been waiting for @ CES 2023
February 05, 2023
Ever since Facebook changed its corporate name to Meta, the word of the industry has been Metaverse. And, while many people don't know exactly what that means, every company wants to be part of it. Th
Dusk Sport: Smart sunglasses with adjustable tint @ CES 2023
February 05, 2023
One of the everyday items that the tech industry has become interested in is glasses. A lot of interesting ideas have come about surrounding glasses, such as adding Bluetooth speakers and headphones t
Shower Power Buddies make shower time fun for kids @ CES 2023
February 05, 2023
Do you remember bath time as a kid? You got to be mostly alone in the bathtub with bubbles and toys. It was a great time for pretend - instead of just holding a boat in the bath, you can pretend that
Mashgin makes self-checkout a quick and simple process @ CES 2023
February 04, 2023
If you've ever worked in retail as a salesperson or clerk, you know that there are tricks to get the barcode scanners to read certain products. If you've ever used a self-checkout lane at a store, you
TWT Audio: affordable, powerful and customizable headphones @ CES 2023
February 04, 2023
We all know that there are many choices out there when it comes to the headphone market, but few companies try to be as customizable as possible or try to balance affordability with high-quality audio
Task Complete: Aiper keeps your pool clean without cords @ CES 2023
February 04, 2023
If you own a pool, you know that maintaining the pool can be a pain. Between keeping the pH balance correct, a garage full of various chemicals, a constant fight against leaves, plus keeping the botto
Smarter FridgeCam helps to prevent spoiled and wasted food @ CES 2023
February 03, 2023
No one likes to find spoiled food in the fridge, especially when you are expecting to prepare a meal. Food waste these days is not something that should happen, especially for families with several ch
STM Goods makes traveling in style and security a snap @ CES 2023
February 03, 2023
For the regular traveler, trying to find the right travel supplies can be a priority. Limiting the number of items, and finding the right travel bag is important. Luckily, STM Goods (short for Smarter
ADT pairs the power of Google Nest and monitored security @ CES 2023
February 03, 2023
Home security is a top focus for a lot of people. The problem is that creating a safe and secure home can be challenging. You can buy pre-fabbed kits with connected sensors, but you end up locked into
Apollo brings full automation to ADT's commercial offerings @ CES 2023
February 02, 2023
It seems like every day we hear about another industry that AI, robotics, and automation are coming to improve. Fast food service has gotten better with more automation in the kitchen. Manufacturing h
Achievement Unlocked: Hovergym replaced your gym membership @ CES 2023
February 02, 2023
Trying to stay in shape can be a real challenge. If you know what you're doing, you can have your own equipment. However, if you don't know what you're doing, you have to go to the gym and pay a membe
GE Profile Smart Mixer will make you a PRO in the kitchen @ CES 2023
February 02, 2023
Anyone who has tried to do any baking or any kind of food preparation for that matter knows that it is a complicated process. Baking, especially, is a science, and everything has to be precise and wel
AirCozy is a smart pillow that promotes healthy sleeping @ CES 2023
January 29, 2023
Healthy sleep can be a real challenge. For a lot of people, getting comfortable at night is nearly impossible. This is made even more problematic if you change positions throughout the night. Every ti
VoiceAI brings natural language speech to virtual voices @ CES 2023
January 29, 2023
In the last few years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a major part of the tech industry. From rooting out inappropriate comments on social media to content creation, everything seems to be af
DeNova Detect is an essential natural gas detector @ CES 2023
January 29, 2023
These days, we have a lot of sensors in our homes. Nearly everyone has a fire alarm and a carbon monoxide alarm. In addition, we've got motion sensors, security cameras, smart speakers and thermostats
Lighthouse Tech aims to improve safety for visually impaired @ CES 2023
January 28, 2023
Over the past decade, it seems that everything has become smart. From lightbulbs to refrigerators, to even glasses, everything is getting smarter. In some cases, the benefits have been obvious, such a
Withings plans to allow you to monitor urine tests at home @ CES 2023
January 28, 2023
For many people, there are medical conditions that require constant active monitoring. Others have needs that can progress in unexpected ways, and whose trajectory can be monitored easily. However, th
Chipolo helps you track personal items that might get lost @ CES 2023
January 28, 2023
Have you ever lost your keys or wallet? Of course you have! And it always happens at just the wrong time. You're running late and headed out the door and your keys are nowhere to be found. Now you've
Familink makes a truly connected photo frame for families @ CES 2023
January 27, 2023
Digital picture frames are not a new product category. In fact, they've existed nearly as long as LCD screens have been affordable. However, as time has gone on, new features have been added to these
TWT Audio makes durable headphones for music and gaming @ CES 2023
January 27, 2023
When you work with audio hardware, you know that it can be fragile. This is especially the case when you take something like headphones and put them into a public space, like a school, library, or gam
The future for BenjiLock is secure and brighter than ever @ CES 2023
January 27, 2023
Since we first encountered BenjiLock in Eureka Park in 2017, the company has changed a lot. Those early days were at a tiny booth with a non-functioning prototype. Before we got to see them again, the
Whispp is bringing language back to those with disabilities @ CES 2023
January 26, 2023
For many people, natural speech can be a challenge. Whether it be because of a stutter or throat cancer, speaking becomes an uncomfortable thing to do. But, through modern technology, there are soluti
ALIA brings comfort to the world of high fashion shoes @ CES 2023
January 26, 2023
If there is one truth in the fashion world, it is that there are two types of shows: comfortable and fashionable. It seems that no one has been able to combine the two categories into one. Either a wo