Quirky CES 2014 Photos: From Mini fighter robots to Android ovens
The world’s largest consumer technology trade show, also known as the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), runs from Jan 7-10 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Now in its 47th year, CES remains one of the most important events on the industry’s calendar, even as other shows like Mobile World Congress and IFA battle for the gadget spotlight. Both established tech companies as well as hopeful newcomers see the conference as an optimal opportunity to showcase their latest innovations. And this year, wearable technology is expected to take centre stage. Several companies are expected to unveil wearable devices that are easier to use, extend battery life, and tap into the power of gestures, social networks and cloud computing. Apart from that, there is the usual quirky futuristic stuff that look like they belong on a set of a ‘Jetsons’ movie. Internet connected toothbrushes, an Android powered oven and a full body harness that will change the way you game are all on display at the event this year. Here are some of the more quirky gadgets you can expect to find.
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Bluetooth Fighting Mini Robots by European company BeeWi are displayed at "CES: Unveiled," the media preview for International CES, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center January 5, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The small fighting robots connect via Bluetooth and pack infrared "guns" inside of their eyes. They're operated by an app and can be moved with motion control, by tilting and turning your mobile device. The world's largest consumer technology trade show, also known as the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), runs from Jan 7-10 in Las Vegas, Nevada. AFP
Robert Price of TREWGrip LLC demonstrates a TREWGrip handheld ìrear-typeî keyboard and air mouse for Apple and Android tablets at the "CES: Unveiled," media preview for International CES, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on January 5, 2014. The world's largest consumer technology trade show, also known as the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), runs from January 7 to 10. AFP
Robert Price of TREWGrip LLC demonstrates a TREWGrip handheld ìrear-typeî keyboard and air mouse for Apple and Android tablets at the "CES: Unveiled," media preview for International CES, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on January 5, 2014. The world's largest consumer technology trade show, also known as the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), runs from January 7 to 10. AFP
The Kolibree toothbrush, the world's first Internet-connected toothbrush, is displayed at the "CES: Unveiled," media preview for International CES, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on January 5, 2014: AFP
Casey Macioge representing AcousticSheep LLC wears a RunPhones headband, a moisture wicking headband with removable headphones: AFP
The Discovery iQ 48î Dual-Fuel Range with a 7-inch Android 4.0 tablet built into the front panel from appliance maker Dacor is displayed at "CES: Unveiled". The tablet runs apps and controls all the functions of the oven via the touchscreen and the included Discovery iQ app and also connects into the home network: AFP
Chris George wears the PrioVR full body harness with 17 body and head sensors each containing a magnetometer, gyroscope and accelerometer to translate body motion into action by gaming characters, by Yei Technologies at the "CES: Unveiled" AFP