Jan. 6 (UPI) — International CES 2025, which bills itself as “the world’s most powerful technology event,” kicks off this week in Las Vegas with more new gadgets than ever, including an electric spoon to limit salt consumption, AI robot companions , a floor covering to prevent fractures and nest boxes ready to photograph.
More than 4,500 exhibitors, including 1,400 startups, showcase their gadgets with the goal of solving thousands of problems ranging from the simplest to the most overwhelming.
The huge Consumer Electronics Show technological eventwhich uses artificial intelligence at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center this year, is open to professionals in the consumer technology sector from Tuesday to Friday, and its products will be presented to the press on Monday.
“In the ultimate pre-show event, CES Unveiled provided an exclusive first look at cutting-edge technologies from leading brands, emerging startups and visionary thinkers,” CES wrote Monday. in a message on X, while showcasing some of the newest gadgets.
“Seeing new products is the main reason people come – which means they are ready to explore and engage with the technology that is changing the way we live,” according to event organizers.
In addition to a myriad of smart home devices, laptops and TVs, AI robots seem to dominate the event. TCL launches the “world’s first modular AI companion robot”, named Ai Me. The robot can recognize objects and record videos using AI, while autonomously navigating in any space.
Samsung’s Ballie is also a rolling robotwhich was introduced at the CES 2024 event, but may ship to consumers this year. Mi-Mo, from Japanese company Jizai, looks like a desk lamp and is a general-purpose AI robot that “thinks, acts and adapts” on its own.
Health tech products also take center stage with Kirin’s electric salt spoon which mimics the taste of salt in food, but without its adverse health effects. Users, especially those following a low-sodium diet, can select one of four salinity levels. Kirin sells the spoon in Japan for around US$125. It is currently not available in the United States.
Other health gadgets include Eli’s Hormone Meter, which is the first saliva-based hormone monitoring system linked to an app on your phone.
And there’s Bodyfriend 733, a robotic healthcare chair equipped with AI technology to monitor biometric data and provide massage and physiotherapy benefits.
YellowScan Navigator is a mounted device for an aerial drone allowing the exploration of underwater and terrestrial topography, thanks to LiDAR technology. The device can be used for dredging, underwater archaeology, coastal oceanography and river or lake analysis.
Shinobi Flooring is also on display at CES. It presents itself as being flexible enough to prevent fractures, but firm enough for wheelchairs.
Birdfy is introducing a number of camera-ready AI nest boxes to allow birders to get a closer look at their feathered friends. Feeding cameras notify users when birds are detected through the app and automatically capture the bird for viewing.
A stringless smart guitar allows users to start playing and singing, “whatever their musical background.” LiberLive said its C1, on display at CES, is designed for musical accompaniment. The Smart Guitar costs US$499.
And there’s even a flying car at this year’s CES. Xpeng AeroHT presents a scale model of its land-based aircraft carrier. The six-wheeled modular vehicle combines an extended-range electric minivan and a large electric people-carrying drone folded in the back.
Not to be outdone, Toyota is showing off its $10 billion futuristic woven city in Japan, where the auto giant will open its “living laboratory” this year. Residents living in the city will have access to futuristic projects to use and integrate into their daily lives.
