Must-Have Innovations from CES: The Hottest Gadgets You Can Get Your Hands On!

The majority of what is presented at CES, the largest technology exhibition held annually worldwide, is a mix of wishful thinking concept designs, eccentric inventor nonsense that you will never be able to purchase, and overly complex solutions attempting to address non-existent issues that provide no real benefit. This is part of what makes CES enjoyable.

The other appealing aspect of CES is the discovery of innovative products, the practical items, the clever creations from inventive minds holding business degrees that you will genuinely have the opportunity to buy soon. With CES now concluded, we’ve compiled a list of our top picks that you can pre-order for delivery in 2025.

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roam sodatop for $50

Are you a fan of sparkling water but troubled by the environmental impact of single-use containers? A SodaStream resolves that by carbonating water for you. But what if you’re away from home, without your SodaStream? The Roam SodaTop attaches easily to a reusable water bottle and can carbonate up to a liter of water in just five seconds. The replaceable CO2 cartridges are priced at 70 cents each and are usable for a single liter. Constructed from stainless steel, they are also fully recyclable.

While an exact launch date has not been provided, Roam indicates that it should be available in Q1 2025, which is—let’s be honest—very soon. Flavored CO2 cartridges are currently in development and will be released at a later date.

segway xyber ebike for $3,000

This electric bike, which can reach 35 MPH, may only meet the formal requirements of a bicycle. Perhaps. Yet, it boasts an impressive appearance, and although the cost might make you feel like your eyes are popping out of your head—think Daffy Duck style—its pricing is relatively moderate compared to the ebike market. Featuring Apple Find My location tracking, automatic electronic and mechanical wheel locks when the kickstand is deployed, and a 56-mile range (which doubles with the optional $800 additional battery), the Xyber blends elegance with toughness. Preorders are accepted until February 2.

lenovo go s with steamos- $500

Introducing a first-of-its-kind: a handheld gaming device brought to you by a third-party maker that is powered by SteamOS. Valued for its user-friendliness, Valve’s operating system has previously required gamers interested in SteamOS to purchase the company’s dedicated Steam Deck. Lenovo has made enhancements to the Windows 11-only Lenovo Go, resulting in the creation of the Go S, which is more of a minor update than a complete overhaul.

While the Windows 11 edition of the Go S will launch later this month with a price tag of $800, the SteamOS version is set for release in May 2025 at $500. The next-generation Go 2 is expected to debut later this year, but as there has been no confirmation regarding its inclusion of SteamOS, it seems—for the time being—that if you’re looking for a Lenovo device featuring SteamOS anytime soon, the Go S is your best option.

wewalk smart cane 2 for $850

Considering the absence of a visually impaired tester capable of evaluating this sophisticated white cane, we must temper our assertion that its attributes appear to genuinely enhance its functionality through the incorporation of AI, rather than merely being employed as a flashy marketing gimmick like many brands showcased at CES this year.

The Smart Cane 2 utilizes AI to alert the user to forthcoming obstacles, employing both haptic feedback (vibration through the cane) and auditory feedback (via a built-in speaker or Bluetooth-connected headphones). Additionally, it can connect to your smartphone through an app to deliver real-time schedules for public transport, audibly announce nearby points of interest (such as restaurants and cafes), and provide turn-by-turn navigation. Ordering is available now.