With CES 2024 concluded, it is now time to delve into the trends and topics showcased at the world’s largest tech event, covering a wide range of areas including wellness, home appliances, smart technology, healthcare, electric vehicles, and more.
1.Cutting-Edge Wellness Gadgets
Wearable gadgets have evolved beyond being mere accessories for listening to music or receiving notifications. Earbuds capable of measuring heart rate have become quite common, and in light of the Covid-19 pandemic, many smartwatches and fitness trackers can now also monitor blood oxygen levels.
Is 2024 the year to push the boundaries even further? Healthcare devices took center stage at CES this year, and we have compiled a list of some of the most impressive wellness products showcased at the event.
Renowned industry players unveiled exciting products, such as Acer’s eKinekt BD3 exercise desk, which combines exercise and workstations. JBL introduced the Endurance Peak 3, earbuds that hold an IP68 certification and are resistant to salt water, making them suitable for use during physical activities.
Smaller companies also made noteworthy announcements. For instance, Withings presented U-Scan, a device that attaches to the toilet bowl to analyze urine. Alphabeats showcased a headband equipped with EEG sensors that provide real-time data to enhance focus through music.
Additionally, there were displays of a ring for monitoring menstrual cycles, high heels designed to distribute impact evenly across each foot, and an array of wearables that caught the attention of MUO, including some impressive smartwatches. The advancements in health monitoring and well-being enhancement technology are benefiting us all.
2. Electric Vehicles Go Mainstream
Electric vehicles were big stars during CES 2024. However, in their case there’s no specific technology that is an emerging trend. Electric automobiles are a hot topic in the present. They are becoming mainstream, and not just “for the general population.”
It means you can discover electric engines in luxury car designs like the changing color BMW iX to minivans like VW’s ID. Buzz. With increasing numbers of people contemplating buying an electric vehicle It’s not just a luxury for small-scale buyers.
3. Phones and Wearables Evolve Slowly
It’s been a while since groundbreaking technologies first appeared on the smartphone market. In addition to super-high resolution and flexible displays the technology has been moving evolving instead of revolution. In CES 2024, in the a minimum it will continue to be. CES isn’t well-known for big announcements within the industry (that ticket typically goes to Mobile World Congress, held in February, which is the month that CES takes place). However, companies usually bring an announcement to the floor of the show.
Lenovo could have made the biggest stir when it announced it’s ThinkPhone with Motorola. While it’s not much different than the flagships of 2023 It promises to be a complete connectivity with Lenovo’s ThinkPad laptops.
The next Samsung device is the Galaxy A14 5G. It’s got decent (not incredible, however) specifications for the price However, its best characteristic is Samsung’s renowned Mobile Design Language.
Finally, TCL announced its 2024 smartphone line-up, which includes three new models. The 40R 5G, 40 SE and 408–have entry-level processors and RAM, but they also come through TCL’s NXTVISION screen technology as well as an incredibly large 50MP camera.
The actual advancements in smartphones are limited to advances in technology that are already being talked about. For instance the two companies Qualcomm along with Bullitt Group (known for its Motorola’s rugged Defy smartphones) introduced smartphones that are satellite-connected. In addition, Qualcomm collaborated with Iridium to provide Low-Earth orbit service, Bullitt partnered with Skylo to allow connections to geostationary constellations offered by different service providers.
The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) is which is the body responsible for establishing creating the Qi charging standard has also an announcement to make — and one that was inspired by Apple. The WPC’s governing body will incorporate what they call Magnetic Power Profile which is basically MagSafe as it appears on iPhones until 2020, in it to be the Qi2 version.
Wearables–alongside all health-related items from the first section, got some love at CES 2024 too.
TCL has announced the RayNeo X2 augmented-reality glasses, that feature microLED display on the lenses as well as speakers at the bottom of each leg as well as a camera with 16 megapixels. Sony’s PSVR2 is on the other hand, showcased the long-awaited virtual reality headset that comes with hand controls that are compatible.
A variety of headphones were also introduced in CES 2024. For instance JBL’s Tour Pro 2 and Poly’s Voyager Free 6 feature touchscreen charging cases, while Urbanista’s Phoenix comes with an alternative solar panel and Sennheiser introduced the function of hearing aids in the Conversation Clarity Plus.
4. AI Gets Brighter
CES 2024’s schedule isn’t part of ChatGPT’s description of work However, it could be. Artificial Intelligence was definitely an term that many exhibitors couldn’t put down.
TCL’s smartphone line referred to above uses it to enhance photographs as well as Govee makes use of it to connect smart home lighting and gaming content on the screen with their AI Gaming Sync Box Kit.
In addition, Truekinetix is implementing an AI-powered balance pedal on its smart exercise bike and Citizen uses AI to provide health-related information through the CZ Smartwatch.
They aren’t even close, but it is The Lenovo Legion family of gaming laptops. All four models come with an exclusive AI processor that optimizes performance. It increases the speed of fan and reduces the TDP that is sent to the CPU and GPU, as well as making batteries last for longer.
5. Big Players Bet on Smart Homes
The area that probably received much attention by top manufacturers CES 2024 was the smart home appliances. Samsung, LG, Philips, Nanoleaf, and GE all showed something of their own.
LG has announced three appliances: Minimalist, the updated Signature and the upgradable ThinQ UP, while Samsung introduced some new features to its Bespoke line, which includes the refrigerator that has 32″ touchscreen.
Another word that is often used was Matter. Matter is a brand new standard for smart homes has gained momentum during CES 2024, and is compatible with devices made by Samsung, GE, Nanoleaf, Yeelight, and Philips. There were also announcements of updates for existing devices that support Matter for example, Yeelight moving to roll its Matter integration for their Yeelight Pro range.
6. High Refresh Rate Gaming Monitors and High-Power Laptops
In the realm of gaming, a good number of companies announced new their products at CES 2024. They will be introducing monitors, laptops, desktops and peripherals. Nearly all computers come with the most recent offerings made by Intel, AMD, or Nvidia Most have insanely high refresh rates.
The lower limit display for laptops that are gaming is now 120Hz. Dell’s entry-level G series of gaming laptops ranges from 120Hz to higher. Acer starts at 144Hz for Nitro and 250Hz for the Nitro as well as 250Hz on the Predator series. Alienware’s M16, M18 models can reach 480Hz, but with the loss of resolution. The display options that can be refreshed at that speed are FHD. Razer’s Blade line aims to be QHD at 240Hz.
With monitors on the other hand, things get more wild.
LG took a more moderate route by launching the UltraGear pair: 240Hz but OLED, and 27″ QHD. There’s also an option for a 45″ WQHD with a curvature option.
Asus has similar offerings in terms of size, display technology and refresh rates as LG. However it’s ROG sub-brand took things a bit further and launched an gaming monitor that 540Hz as Dell’s gaming division has promised the release of a gaming monitor that can run at 500Hz in 2024.
Samsung although it wasn’t playing the refresh rate game has some interesting options. Odyssey Neo G9 Odyssey Neo G9 features a 56″ curving screen that has 32:9 ratio as well as dual-4K (7.680 and 2.160) resolution. Its OLED version screen is less imposing at just 49″ and limits resolution to dual-QHD, but it offers true black thanks to the quantum dots OLED panel. Both refresh at 240 Hz.
7. TVs and Displays for All Tastes
When it comes to panel systems, there’s panels for people who don’t require high refresh rates.
Samsung’s ViewFinity S9, aimed at professionals in the creative field, has an engine for color calibration and covers 99percent of the DCI-P3 spectrum. The TV options go upwards from 140″ in size and have a resolution of 8K along with Matter support, and integrated social features.
LG has decided to take an entirely different method. The Signature OLED TV is free of cables and comes with an AV box which transmits high-quality 4K video at 120 Hz to the screen. The only wiring that goes that connects the screen is the power cable.
Roku has announced its own TV line that surprised everyone. The company’s major strategy for 2024 will consist of relying less on third-party companies to get into homes of consumers It appears.
A bit farther away from the consumer is Samsung’s conceptual panels. The Flex line comprises three screens: one that is foldable and rollable screen, designed for tablets and two rollable screens for laptops. Also, there was the 2,200-nit HDR display for smartphones, that is expected to arrive in the next few months.
8. Good Old Computers Learn New Tricks
In the midst of all the unique trends What is left for the well-known, popular computer model? A lot actually.
First, there is the trend of Chromebooks getting ahead of the entry-level Windows laptops, and some mid-range ones also. Asus has announced a new Vibe product, which is just which is just as specifically geared towards cloud gaming as its predecessor one, equipped with RGB lighting. HP has launched an ChromeOS edition of their Dragonfly Pro laptop. Acer even showed the Chromebox that could be mounted to a monitor.
Another trend that is consistent is the rise of ultra-thin laptops. While sacrificing some performance to be more mobile laptops are becoming more slim and incorporating batteries that last longer and are stronger each year. LG has announced it’s Gram Ultraslim at CES 2024 it comes with 10.99mm thick and 998 grams of weight. Sony Vaio also joined the celebration with the SX14 as well as HP as well as the Dragonfly G4, Asus with the ExpertBook B9, and Acer’s Swift Go line.
A lot of them also have OLED screens as standard or as upgrades. Screens that show the true color of black is becoming more popular for laptops that are primarily mid-range or even flagship in the present.
Finally, Lenovo announced the Yoga Book 9i, which is a dual-screen laptop that looks like Microsoft’s recently cancelled Surface Neo (as pictured above). Its design is distinct from folding devices such as Asus ZenBook 17 Fold, or Lenovo’s own ThinkPad Fold, choosing instead the two 13.3-inch screens. It comes with an removable Bluetooth keyboard, however it was also on our top 10 list of top laptops to be seen at CES 2024..
CES Keeps Fueling Innovation in 2024
For tech enthusiasts all over the globe, CES is always a fantastic way to begin an exciting new year. Certain categories of devices, such as mobile phones or smartwatches, might seem to be stagnant. Others, like AI as well as health technology, flourish.
In the coming months, a lot of the ideas showcased during the show will be developed, and others will be rejected. The only thing we can be sure of is that If anyone believes that something can be solved by technology and technology, it will end up in the CES floor.