Consumer Electronics Show (CES) takes place annually in Las Vegas, United States. This year most interesting products did not belong to any of the aforementioned categories.
Intel Compute Stick
With the line between PC screens and TVs blurring, Intel has come-up with a gadget that can turn any screen into a desktop. Showcased at CES 2015, the Compute Stick looks like a streaming device, but is a lot more than that. The device runs Windows 8.1 and works right out-of-the-box. It is powered by quad-core Intel Atom processor and has 2 GB RAM. You get 8 GB onboard storage. You can expand it with via a microSD card slot. The stick also comes with USB port and Bluetooth 4.0 support for connecting keyboard/mouse. It's expected to cost $150 (Rs 9500).
Intel Compute Stick
With the line between PC screens and TVs blurring, Intel has come-up with a gadget that can turn any screen into a desktop. Showcased at CES 2015, the Compute Stick looks like a streaming device, but is a lot more than that. The device runs Windows 8.1 and works right out-of-the-box. It is powered by quad-core Intel Atom processor and has 2 GB RAM. You get 8 GB onboard storage. You can expand it with via a microSD card slot. The stick also comes with USB port and Bluetooth 4.0 support for connecting keyboard/mouse. It's expected to cost $150 (Rs 9500).
Another Best of Innovation Award winner, the Haiku isn’t a smart poem, it’s “the world’s most advanced ceiling fan,” or so they say. But I say it’s one of the most stylish overhead fan/light combos I’ve ever laid eyes on, and the mobile app-connected fan can sync with the Nest Smart Thermostat to move air and keep energy costs down.
The Haiku also has 39 LEDs to light up your space and an onboard computer with a predictive learning microprocessor, infrared motion sensor and the ability to detect environmental conditions. A staggering collection of tech, to be sure, the fan, which is available now, also comes with a $1,000-plus price tag to match.
Energous WattUp
In recent times, Palm Pre was the first company to demonstrate wireless charging in 2009. Later, Nokia made it popular with the launch of Lumia 920. Although convenient, this wireless (induction) tech still required the gadget to be in direct contact with the charging pad. Now finally, Energous seems to have managed to deliver truly energy transmission solution, very similar to how the brilliant innovator Nikola Tesla envisioned it in the past.
In recent times, Palm Pre was the first company to demonstrate wireless charging in 2009. Later, Nokia made it popular with the launch of Lumia 920. Although convenient, this wireless (induction) tech still required the gadget to be in direct contact with the charging pad. Now finally, Energous seems to have managed to deliver truly energy transmission solution, very similar to how the brilliant innovator Nikola Tesla envisioned it in the past.
Energous' WattUp uses Bluetooth, RF, and a lot of new technologies to charge devices from up to 15 feet. For compatibility, the receiver gadgets need to pack-in a certain chip. Or modified battery cases can be used for existing devices. The WattUp looks really interesting, but I'm not sure how safe it is to have electric transmissions going all around you
Pronounced “no key,” this $59 smart lock works exactly as you may imagine: it has no key. Instead, the Android, iOS, and Windows-compatible padlock pairs with smartphones via Bluetooth, letting users unlock it with a tap of the app. Forgot your phone? Well, you’re still in luck. The buttonless device can detect Morse Code-like taps, so you can open it without a paired device. Available for preorder with an April ship date, there’s also an extra bike kit that will attach the lock and an accompanying chain to your ride’s seat post for $79.
A perfect confluence of cutting edge tech, this smart spotlight bulb packs WiFi connectivity, LED light, and a 1080p security camera into one indoor and outdoor package. A 2015 CES Best of Innovation Award winner, this smart home device will cost $199 when it’s available later this spring. Personally, I can’t wait to plug one into my back-alley flood light and see what’s really happening back there.
Devialet Phantom
This speaker’s orb-like structure allows it to produce omnidirectional sound so you can place it anywhere in the room. It also connects to your phone, tablet, computer, TV, and other Phantom speakers via Wi-Fi. But the Phantom’s best feature is almost certainly its amazing sound: It uses a special microprocessor that hybridizes digital and analog technology, which translates to impressively loud sound (105 decibels) with zero distortion. Expect it to start shipping in February at $1,990.
360fly
Have you ever looked at your GoPro footage and thought, “Damn, I wish I could turn this thing around and see that killer wave behind me?” Well, with 360fly you can: This new sportscam has an ultra-wide-angle lens that captures 360 degrees of horizontal video and 240 degrees of vertical video at the same time. That means when you re-watch your video, you can actually turn the camera around in a full circle and see what’s going on in every direction. The 360fly is waterproof, gets about 3 hours of battery life, and will ship this spring for $499.
Sony Bravia X900C
We’ve seen the future of TVs, and it looks a whole lot like the Sony Bravia X900C. At just 4.9 millimeters thick—2 millimeters thinner than an iPhone 6—it’s a 4K Ultra HDTV with an edge-to-edge screen that’s designed so your picture looks like it’s “floating” on your wall. All of Sony’s new TVs come with Android TV, which means you’ll be able to stream Netflix, Hulu, and Android games without buying a separate set-top box or Chromecast dongle. The Bravia X900C series will launch this spring in 55-, 65-, and 75-inch flavors. No word on pricing yet.
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