Cool new stuff from the world’s biggest electronics show.
CES 2024 came, saw and conquered in Las Vegas earlier this month (9th to 12th January). It’s the world’s biggest Consumer Electronics Show, and we got to see amazing new tech from the biggest brands – along with fun and quirky stuff from the smaller tech companies. Here’s a rundown of the most exciting and innovative tech we saw at the show.
Samsung’s transparent and glare-free TVs
Samsung revealed its 2024 TV lineup, featuring the world's first transparent Micro-LED display. The jaw-dropping demo at the show showcased everything from dazzling fireworks to vibrant paint splashes on the transparent screen.
We’re also going to see some Samsung TVs with glare-free technology, which is another feature that really impressed up close. The screen has a matte finish that absorbs light, rather than reflecting it - so nothing detracts from the bright and vibrant OLED display.
The latest Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, OLED were also on display at the show, and these TVs will be using advanced AI to improve motion (great for sports), depth, and the dialogue in your favourite movies.
LG TVs go big on AI
LG arguably stole the show at CES 2024 with the world's first wireless transparent OLED TV, a colossal 77-inch display that showed off a mesmerising 3D-like depth when in transparency mode. Hold the remote, press a button, and unveil what's behind the screen – seriously cool!
Other OLED TVs in the new LG range will be using AI to sharpen objects, refine colours, and produce virtual surround sound for a more lifelike viewing experience than ever before.
HP unveils new Spectre and Omen gaming laptops
HP was out to impress with its spectacular new Omen and Spectre laptops. The Omen Transcend 14 sounds like an absolute game changer for gaming on the go - HP says it’s the lightest 14” gaming laptop ever made, weighing in at a mere 1.6 kg.
The Spectre laptops, loaded with AI tech, bring dynamic refresh rates and automatic background blur for a gaming experience smoother than ever before.
Asus redesigns its ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16 gaming laptops
Asus has improved a couple of its most popular gaming laptops – the ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16. These are going to be the first laptops to feature OLED displays, and the slimmer new aluminium body really looks the part too.
Samsung’s new wireless controller
Samsung has announced a nifty new wireless controller in partnership with PDP. It’s called the ‘Replay Midnight Blue’ and is the first ever ‘Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub’ piece of tech. It features a home button to instantly launch the Samsung Gaming Hub, and lasts for 40 hours on a single charge. That’s a lot of gaming.
MSI Claw A1M – snappy handheld gaming
MSI debuts the Claw A1M console, powered by an Intel Meteor Lake processor. This is really specials, as most other handheld consoles use an AMD chip instead. The new Claw will have a 7-inch Full HD IPS display and 120Hz refresh rate for smoother and more responsive gameplay, and we can’t wait to get our hands on it!
Razer’s ‘Project Esther’ gaming cushion
Razer is looking after our bottom line with its new ‘Project Esther’ gaming cushion. It attaches to your office or gaming chair and uses 16 haptic pads to create physical feedback that matches your in-game audio. Get ready to feel the rumble of a passing tank – this is literally edge-of-your-seat gaming.
LG launches new Gram Pro laptops
LG has added a couple of sleek and lightweight Gram laptops to its lineup. These Pro models come in 16-inch or 17-inch sized displays, with upgraded OLED panels that now allow touch input. Oh, and the revamped stylus now recharges magnetically when attached to these ultra-sleek laptops. Clever stuff.
LG’s new washer dryer with AI smarts
The new LG WashCombo™ All-in-One washer dryer has built-in sensors that use AI tech to detect fabric texture, soil level and load size. It then automatically selects the right wash and dry motions, and the best temperatures for spotless laundry every time.
Cocktails at the touch of a button
Forget shaking mixers and measuring out spirits, Bartesian's cocktail-mixing appliance removes the guesswork from bartending. The Premier edition holds up to four types of spirits, offers 60 recipes available at the touch of a screen. Just drop a cocktail capsule in the machine, and in seconds enjoy a premium cocktail over ice. Cheers to that!
Paws for thought
Doggy tech company PawPort has come up with a smart door that only opens when it detects the sensor on your faithful pet’s collar approaching. It also comes with an app that lets you track your dog’s whereabouts, and you can even set curfew times – just in case your dog’s too much of a party animal at night-time.
Ballys’s back!
Bally first made an appearance as a tennis-ball sized robot waaaay back in CES 2020. That’s a long time in the tech world. Now Bally’s back and bigger, with a built-in projector and lots more brains. Bally can now follow you (or your pets) around the home to make sure everything’s okay, and it’ll even greet you with a welcome message as you walk in the door.
Did you read about any more cool stuff at CES 2024? What are you most excited about seeing in real life? Could your home do with a Bally to look after it? Share your comments below and let us know what you think!