CES came to an end in Las Vegas a few days ago, and for several days the tech world was abuzz with the latest and greatest offerings from brands big and small in the space. There were a lot of great products at the show, but when the dust finally settled, some products stood out more than others and could define not only 2024 but the years that follow. did. The following seven were the best offerings of the show for us.
Rabbit R1: A simple smartphone companion
At an event packed with complex hardware, one ridiculously simple device stood out as the star of the show. This was the Rabbit R1, a bright red compact device with a 2.88-inch touchscreen, a rotatable camera, and a single scroll wheel.
It comes with its own RabbitOS and a small amount of AI, but no apps of its own. This allows you to use apps on your smartphone and respond to voice commands for various functions. All of this is done in a surprisingly simple and distraction-free manner.
The sheer simplicity of this device, its combination of a phone (which can support SIM cards), an AI assistant, and the ability to learn and adapt, is what captivated the whole show, and at $199, it’s a steal. There was no. We don’t think we’ve really realized all the potential of this device, but it could be the start of a new genre of discreet phone companions that let you do more with less. There is a gender.
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus 5th Generation Hybrid: Notebooks running Windows, tablets running Android
CES was full of high-spec notebooks that oozed power, but the one that really caught our attention was Lenovo’s rather fancy-named ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid. 2 in 1 device – can be used as a notebook out of the box or as a tablet after removing the keyboard. But what made it special wasn’t its specs or versatility, but the simple fact that it ran both Android and Windows, and you could switch between them with the press of a key. So imagine your full-fledged Windows notebook turning into an Android notebook as soon as you remove the keyboard.
Lenovo just did that at CES 2024. Mind you, this isn’t cheap, and at $1,999 it’s a lot of money. Hopefully we’ll see a more affordable model later this year.
Amazfit Helio Ring: Promotes effective sleep
Smart rings are likely to be the next big thing in wearables, and Amazfit turned heads at this year’s CES with its first ring, the Helio. Designed for high-level athletes, this ring comes with a number of sensors that provide deep sleep and fitness insights by analyzing pulse, heart rate, and blood oxygen.
Its strength is its ability to let the wearer know when they are relaxing and when they need more rest. Amazfit claims that the ring also provides more detailed analysis of fitness activities compared to everyday trackers. It is also equipped with a lot of AI and can not only play soothing sounds from your smartphone while you sleep, but also adjust the volume depending on the depth of your sleep.
All of this is built into a titanium alloy frame that weighs less than 4 grams and is water resistant to 100 meters.
Pricing details have not yet been announced, but this could lead to the arrival of new wearable products.
Withings BeamO: handy health monitor
The Withings BeamO is very compact and looks like a cross between an AC remote control and a highlighter pen with a very small display. But its compact frame packs a truckload of health monitoring features. BeamO can measure body temperature, blood oxygen, and track heart rate. It can also generate ECG assessments and doubles as a digital stethoscope if needed.
Withings claims it can track signs of health problems such as atrial fibrillation (AFib), heart murmurs, asthma, and COPD. The Withings app lets you easily share data with medical professionals, and the device also supports the Apple Health app.
The price is expected to be $250, and we think this price is a great value for anyone who wants a good health monitor that they can put in their pocket without the hassle of a smartwatch.
Samsung Barry: friendly robot
It wouldn’t be CES without lots of futuristic robots, and this year there were more of them roaming the floor than usual. The star of them all was Samsung’s Ballie, which resembled a bright yellow round letterbox but was equipped with front and rear cameras as well as an AI to detect and analyze its surroundings. Ta. This allows you to go to open the door when the doorbell rings or answer when you call.
You can run tasks at specified times (for example, turn on the oven or washing machine). Best of all, it has a built-in projector that allows you to project your phone’s content onto the wall. You can also see what your opponent is doing. Talking on a video call on a big screen. And when you’re sleeping, Ballie projects stars onto your roof to ensure a smooth snooze. This rotating robot could become a rock star.
LG Smart Wash Combo: of Really smart washing machine
Imagine a washing machine that not only washes and dries a large amount of clothes in under two hours, but also has built-in intelligence that knows which mode to use the moment you load your clothes.
LG’s Smart WashCombo washing machine does just that. AI allows you to choose the best wash mode and water temperature based on the analysis of f.Abstract texture, soil, load size.
It also calculates the amount of detergent required for washing and supplies the appropriate amount. It integrates seamlessly into your smart home and can even respond to voice commands, as it supports both Google Assistant and Amazon’s Alexa. At $2,999, it’s not cheap, but that’s what you pay for a really smart piece of laundry. Oh, and did we mention that it also uses 60% less power than most washing machines?
JBL Live TWS 3: TWS with touch screen
JBL has been introducing TWS with cases with touchscreen displays for a while now (remember last year’s JBL Tour Pro 2)? The audio brand took his TWS game to a new level with the JBL Live TWS 3 at CES 2024. TWS will appear. With a large 1.45-inch LED touchscreen display, the case allows you to control many TWS features directly from the case itself without having to take out your connected smartphone.
Of course, JBL’s Live TWS 3 offers great sound (with support for Hi-Res audio) and has ANC and multipoint connectivity, so you can connect to multiple devices at the same time and even switch between them. . Is required. Add in an IP55 dust and water rating and 50 hours of battery life (with case), and it’s your travel and gym buddy, too.
I saved the best for last. The price is expected to be $199, which is very reasonable for what it offers.