CES: Day 1
January 11, 2012 59 Comments
Wow. All I can say is that CES is one of the coolest, most over-stimulating experiences I’ve ever had. Everywhere you look there are flashing screens, blinking lights, 3D displays, glossy, shiny, connected objects. I only made it through about 1.5 of the conference floors yesterday, so I have plenty more to explore today. I spent the first part of the day exploring the North Hall, which was mostly tech accessories, like iPhone cases, iPad screens, docks, speakers, etc. But they also had tons of gadgets like Zeo Sleep Manager and FitBit.
When I get back to Boston I’ll put together a real presentation about my experience here, but for now, I wanted to share a few pics. There will also be a movie, mostly starring me, and directed by the amazingly talented Matt Lindley.
Here’s what I loved yesterday (in no particular order):
While I don't believe that e-cigarettes are a good or safe alternative to smoking, the design of this device was pretty cool.
I wished to be big. I'll let you know if I turn into Tom Hanks tomorrow AM.
Sphero is a remote control ball. I'm not kidding. It's going to be bigger than Google.
Solowheel is like a uni-Segway. It's awesome.
The centerpiece of the Samsung area was gorgeous. This picture doesn't do it justice.
Recon Instrument MOD Live Goggles with heads-up display and bluetooth. The coolest thing I saw at CES today.
Not sure which model this is. And pretty sure I don't care. It was GORGEOUS.
The power of community at work. The first car to get hit with the laser reports to the cloud, cars behind get an update that a laser is active ahead. Genius. Assuming enough people have them.
Got to see Ian do his thing.
United Healthcare gave out pedometers. I didn't get mine until around 11am, but after that I walked about two miles today. Not too shabby.
More to come tomorrow…
Update: Here are my favorites from CES Day 2 and Day 3 (and if you prefer video format, click here)
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Thanks for the share. I love techy nerdy news!!
same:)
Hehee;D
I received an e-mail the othe day on my Samsung Smartphone. It make me curious about the Samsung displays at this show, and whola, here is a WordPress posting on it. Well done, it was a great trip in photos, words and insight. Continued Blessings in your individual journey.
excuse “typo” meant “made” not “make.”
sphero didn’t deliver to my house in time for xmas this year. boo!
Keep bringing us the news. I’m VERY interested to see what your pedometer says tomorrow….
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What does the robot ball do?
Also curious about robot ball…do share. 🙂
It’s just a remote control ball. There are little games you can play with it. and you can probably terrorize your pets with it too.
Looks like a good time, can’t wait to see more
Thanks for sharing. Some day i’d love to get to CES. I’m in technology distribution and one of the great things is that it’s always evolving. Hope you’ll win some big $$$
i am in love with this car
Great shares!
The car reminds me of a Pixar movie 🙂
Thanks for sharing! My partner’s down there right now (we live in Canada), glad to see he’s most likely having a fantastic time there. it looks amazing.
l love the red car, amazing
Excellent post. Please post more so we can follow. Tried to make it to Las Vegas but could not get it together in time. I love the Solo wheel. interesting stuff.
That Ferrari is a BOMB!
Thanks for all the views, comments and likes! I’m working on the day 2 wrap up right now.
Din’t know about the remote control ball…. thanks for the info
I look forward to your experiences, I have been to conventions before, but not for anything so important to me. CES, E3, and NAIAS are the big three I would love to get to.
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Can you send me a link to your blog?
Nice pics!
By the way, why do you need a remote control for a ball?
Because we’re all getting too fat to throw or chase a ball! It’s the future! ;-P
What about Nokia lumia 900, has it been announced? I am waiting for the news eagerly.
Awesome post. It is truly incredible how much technology has shaped our lives! Congrats on being freshly pressed!
very interesting and it is very nice post
Yeah technology is cool and all but only when it makes our lives better and easier.
Great post! Thank you for sharing!
The post for day 2 is up: https://hottubcrimemachine.com/2012/01/12/ces-day-2/ enjoy!
i like the pedometer idea, your CES Day was good for Fit & Fun, thanks for sharing your impressions
Pretty amazing experience I bet! The solo wheel is genius!
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Cool!
Amazing car! I love it in red 🙂
toby 😉
Good to know about all the latest tech ive just jailbroken my ipad 2;D!xoxoxox
I saw a laser keyboard on youtube which was great. Hope you had a great experience.
I didn’t see that! Do you remember the name?
good and great article thanks very much …
looks amazing, nice way
looks like a wicked event!
I’m not sure how the future of the electronics world will grow without the influence of Steve Jobs.
either that “escort live” thing is a dangerous distraction for drivers or it’s a way to locate hookers through GPS.
I heard on NPR about a professor of philosophy’s iPhone case being pretty cool — any idea on that? Thanks, Carley
I didn’t see it, I’ll have to look it up.
thanks alot
Hopefully, one day, one of my ideas will wind up in there! Awesome stuff!
Wow! I just had a little tech-nerdgasm looking at all that stuff! Thanks for sharing … and making me wish I was there 🙂
e-cigars r a cool way to quit smokin
Love your post great job.
My father loves this sort of stuff. I’d really like a book that i could get him for christmas related to this subject.
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Smart girls go there.
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