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CES 2025 is not officially set to commence until tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7, yet that does not alter the reality that numerous significant announcements have already occurred at the event. The weekend witnessed a flurry of declarations from companies like LG, Samsung, Circular, Halliday, and more. Given that we still have the remainder of the week to explore, this is likely merely the surface of the CES phenomenon.
Today marks the moment when journalists also get access to CES, so it is anticipated that a lot more news will emerge from Las Vegas in the next 24 hours. However, while numerous thrilling new products and announcements are bound to arise, that’s a tale for another time.
For now, here are the top 9 CES gadgets you should be aware of thus far.
Halliday Smart Glasses
The time of smart glasses has arrived, but the Halliday smart glasses are somewhat distinct from those we have encountered until now. With its “DigiWindow” technology, these glasses can project information into your line of sight without any lens. This means you receive the equivalent of a 3.5-inch display in the top-right corner of your view. Allegedly, it will even work outdoors in bright sunlight, which is especially beneficial in Vegas — even during winter.
The glasses can be operated by swiping the built-in controller or utilizing Halliday’s smart ring as a virtual trackpad. Features integrated into the glasses include real-time translation, alongside a functionality termed “ProActive AI.” This capability assesses your conversations and can either respond to questions posed or provide insights into the dialogue. This incorporates fact-checking and even a teleprompter mode. Like a proficient AI, it is able to “respond to complex inquiries, summarize key discussion points, and produce condensed meeting notes.”
The drawback is that these glasses will retail for $489 upon their release. This is quite a significant expenditure, even for smart glasses.
Hisense 136MX MicroLED TV
MicroLED is one of those innovations we’ve heard excellent things about, yet it never appears particularly accessible for consumers. However, Hisense intends to change this with its 136MX MicroLED TV, a display which it claims has been designed expressly for everyday consumers. This is a 136-inch television powered by Hisense’s Hi-View AI Engine X, which utilizes AI algorithms to recreate images on a frame-by-frame basis.
Among other remarkable characteristics are 120Hz variable refresh rates, automatic low-latency mode, and FreeSync Premium Pro for enhanced gaming capabilities. It operates on Hisense’s VIDAA smart TV platform, which I’m not particularly excited about — my experiences with custom smart TV software have not been the best. Nevertheless, that wouldn’t deter me from trying to find a way to accommodate this massive television in my home if I were given the opportunity (or the funds). The price remains unspecified, but do not anticipate it to be inexpensive.
SwitchBot Multitasking Household Robot K20+ Pro
The designation is somewhat cumbersome, but once you grasp what the K20+ Pro is intended to do, it begins to make sense. This is a modular robotic assistant for the home, equipped with the capacity to connect to various attachments that enable it to handle different household chores. Pricing and availability have yet to be confirmed, but it certainly sounds like an intriguing concept. Particularly the modular aspect suggests that you need not purchase all these accessories at once.
At its fundamental level, the K20+ Pro operates as a robotic vacuum, featuring LiDAR and laser navigation systems. This vacuum can then be supplemented with a tilting 2K/3K surveillance camera, air purifier, fan, and even a telescopic pole that can hold a smartphone or tablet. There’s even a table component that can support up to 8kg of weight, allowing you to deliver objects to other individuals in the house. Furthermore, you can attach multiple accessories simultaneously, transforming the robot into a versatile mobile assistant.
Unfortunately, we remain unaware of when the K20+ Pro will be launched, or the specifications to expect from its various accessories. Nonetheless, it is a highly compelling concept and certainly something to keep an eye on in the future.
Circular Ring 2
Smart Rings have become quite popular recently, and Circular has just unveiled its second generation model at CES — featuring capabilities we have not observed with competitors like Oura or Samsung. Specifically, the Circular Ring 2 provides ECG monitoring and FDA-approved AFib detection. Although these features are commonly available on smartwatches, Circular offers a more discreet option for closely tracking your heart health.
Additional enhancements include IP68 water and dust resistance, upgraded from IPX8, and an impressive 8 days of battery life with continuous health and sleep monitoring. Significantly better than the 2-day lifespan of its predecessor. The companion app for Circular will also provide Digital Ring Sizing to aid you in determining the correct size, eliminating the need to use
bulky ring-sizing bands initially.
Circular Ring 2 is expected to launch via crowdfunding in Spring 2025, with pricing commencing at $380. Circular has also assured that there will be no subscriptions required, and this will be compatible with both Android and iOS. Available colors include gold, silver, black, and rose gold.
LG Stanby ME 2
I encountered the LG Stanby ME Go TV at IFA in 2023 and was utterly astonished by the concept. This was a portable 27-inch television that came within its own suitcase and boasted a 3-hour battery life — which isn’t very long. Well, a brand new version just launched at CES 2025, and it appears much less silly this time. The primary advantage is that the LG Stanby ME 2 is now detachable, allowing you to remove it from the stand for improved placement. There’s also greater flexibility in accessorizing, enabling you to forgo the suitcase in exchange for a folio screen or carrying strap.
I remain somewhat doubtful about this concept, even if the Stanby ME 2 presents numerous advantages compared to smartphones and tablets. It offers a genuine television experience with 1440p resolution and allows you to connect other devices via USB or HDMI. However, it only provides 4 hours of battery life, which limits its practicality far from a power source.
Nonetheless, it’s a compelling idea, and considering LG produces some of the finest TVs available, I can see this attracting a variety of individuals who wish to enjoy a television experience no matter where they are.
Hisense L9Q Projector
I know several individuals who have opted for a projector instead of a TV screen for various reasons. If you’re considering joining this trend, then CES will provide ample opportunities to explore new projectors — including Hisense’s L9Q. Suitable for screens ranging from 100 to 150 inches, this offers a substantially larger display at a more reasonable cost compared to equivalent TVs.
The L9Q is a 4K laser projector that delivers up to 5,000 lumens of brightness and covers an astounding 110% of the BT.2020 color spectrum. Additionally, it features 6.2.2 surround sound and supports both Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual X. Plus, it possesses a rather stylish appearance.
Unfortunately, there are currently no details regarding pricing or availability.
Samsung Odyssey G6 OLED Monitor
I still recollect the times when people argued that 30fps was entirely acceptable. Most of those individuals have faded away by now, but I suspect a few might resurface to criticize Samsung’s new Odyssey OLED G6 gaming monitor — which boasts an astounding 500Hz refresh rate at QHD resolution. Is there any content capable of utilizing a 500Hz display? I’m unsure, yet I find this intriguing.
It’s not the first 500Hz monitor revealed, but Samsung asserts it is the first to achieve that remarkable refresh rate at QHD resolution. The 27-inch panel also presents a 0.03ms response time and compatibility with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync, alongside VES DisplayHDR True Black 400 and OLED Glare Free. Essentially, it encompasses nearly every piece of advanced monitor technology currently available.
Regrettably, the only aspects we remain uninformed about are the price of this display and its availability for purchase. I suspect many individuals would be eager to try this for themselves.
Roborock Saros Z70
Here’s an innovation I never realized I required, a robotic vacuum with a telescopic arm, capable of picking up obstacles — including socks and shoes. Indeed, the RoboRock Saros Z70 promises to enhance its cleaning capabilities, alleviating the need for clearing the floors before deploying the robot for its daily cleaning.
The arm is restricted to 10.5 ounces (300 grams) of weight, meaning you will need to tidy larger items away. However, anything small can be lifted and relocated to designated spots, such as laundry baskets. Supposedly, the Z70 will integrate built-in object recognition to facilitate this. Initially focusing on socks and shoes, future software updates are expected to allow it to identify even more items. I hope it will be able to clear wires from its path, given that my current robotic vacuum seems determined to consume as many phone chargers and power cables as possible.
The Roborock Saros Z70 is anticipated to debut in May or June of this year, although pricing details are still forthcoming.
LG Gram 2025 with Gram AI
LG’s ultra-lightweight Gram series is making a return at CES 2025, with 4 new models scheduled for release later this year. However, in an era where ultra-thin and ultra-light doesn’t seem sufficient (all 4 new models are larger and heavier than a Macbook Air M3), LG must provide a little extra. Enter AI, which remains highly relevant.
Not only is the 16-inch LG Gram Pro poised to be LG’s first Copilot Plus enabled PC, but LG is also introducing its “hybrid AI” called gram AI. This AI employs a combination of on-device and cloud-based AI processing — powered by LG’s EXAONE LLM locally and OpenAI’s GPT-4o in the cloud. The intention is for the AI to be accessible irrespective of your network connection and to evolve and adjust its processing capabilities based on the user’s requirements.
The 4 models that will be available include the 16-inch LG Gram Pro 2-in-1, two LG Gram Pro units with 17-inch and 16-inch displays, and a 15.6-inch LG Gram Book. You can view the complete specifications of these devices right here.
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