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Attendees walk past signage outside the Las
Vegas Convention Center during the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show in Las
Vegas, Monday, Jan. 6, 2014
Don't hold your breath for any completely brand new
technologies coming out of the International Consumer Electronics Show
this year, as the focus among the 3,500 vendors will be more on
improving--and adding excitement to--ideas already out in the
marketplace.
Think enhanced--and more fashionable--wearables, more consumer-friendly 3D printers, drones, and improved virtual reality headsets.
Everything is connected
One category that will be getting a lot of attention is the Internet of Things, which basically means products that are connected to the Web.
The global market for the Internet of Things is estimated to
soar from $1.9 trillion in 2013 to above $7 trillion by 2020, according to the market research firm IDC.
From home appliances and cars to even a Bluetooth pacifier, there will be a lot of focus on products that are connected.
While connected home products are nothing new, the aim for companies this year is to demonstrate how the devices can work together in a more seamless manner.
One sub-sector of this category that is already getting a lot of buzz is the smart home.
Think enhanced--and more fashionable--wearables, more consumer-friendly 3D printers, drones, and improved virtual reality headsets.
Everything is connected
One category that will be getting a lot of attention is the Internet of Things, which basically means products that are connected to the Web.
The global market for the Internet of Things is estimated to
soar from $1.9 trillion in 2013 to above $7 trillion by 2020, according to the market research firm IDC.
From home appliances and cars to even a Bluetooth pacifier, there will be a lot of focus on products that are connected.
While connected home products are nothing new, the aim for companies this year is to demonstrate how the devices can work together in a more seamless manner.
One sub-sector of this category that is already getting a lot of buzz is the smart home.
Many companies--including Honeywell, ADT and Samsung--will show off home automation products.
On Monday, Boo-Keun Yoon, chief executive of Samsung Electronics, is expected to spend most of his keynote address speaking about connected devices and smart home products.
It's worth noting that while Apple is not at CES, it too has already begun working to enable the integration of third party solutions into iOS. In other words, the company is making it possible for home appliance makers and others to create products that can be controlled using an Apple device.
Big year for first-timers
Companies that haven't traditionally played in the tech space will also be making a first appearance at CES.
With wearables becoming more high-fashion, there's a number of new brands that will be in attendance announcing products and partnerships, much like how Intel announced it's partnership with the fashion house Opening Ceremony for its MICA smart bracelet last year at CES.
Brands including Adidas, New Balance and L'oreal will also be in attendance as new members of the Consumer Electronic Association.
On Monday, Boo-Keun Yoon, chief executive of Samsung Electronics, is expected to spend most of his keynote address speaking about connected devices and smart home products.
It's worth noting that while Apple is not at CES, it too has already begun working to enable the integration of third party solutions into iOS. In other words, the company is making it possible for home appliance makers and others to create products that can be controlled using an Apple device.
Big year for first-timers
Companies that haven't traditionally played in the tech space will also be making a first appearance at CES.
With wearables becoming more high-fashion, there's a number of new brands that will be in attendance announcing products and partnerships, much like how Intel announced it's partnership with the fashion house Opening Ceremony for its MICA smart bracelet last year at CES.
Brands including Adidas, New Balance and L'oreal will also be in attendance as new members of the Consumer Electronic Association.
Cadie Thompson
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