At the beginning of each year, a group of global innovators meets to introduce and unveil breakthrough technologies. It’s done at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which is typically held each January in the U.S. It is one of the biggest showcases of the coolest tech on the planet exhibiting the future of innovation.
In 2023, over 3,200 exhibitors from 173 countries showed off what was next in the world of technology. From futuristic home gadgets to life-changing smart devices, CES 2023 gave us a glimpse of how the coolest tech could soon show up in our homes, offices, and even our cars. The show includes both wacky and very sensible inventions. All designed to push the limits and expand how we use technology.
People love their gadgets, and it’s always exciting to see what new inventions will transform everyday life. Smart home adoption is growing fast—global household penetration was 14.2% in 2022 and is expected to more than double to 28.8% by 2027. Clearly, the coolest tech isn’t just flashy—it’s becoming part of daily living.
What new gadgets did innovators introduce at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show? Here’s a rundown of some standouts that you may want to check out.
Loona – Intelligent Petbot
Love the idea of having a pet but not the mess or maintenance? Meet Loona, a clever new addition to the world of the coolest tech. Marketed as “the most intelligent petbot,” this smart companion combines robotics, AI, and personality.
Loona can greet you, follow you around, sneeze, scratch, and even dance. Like a real pet, it investigates anything suspicious—but unlike most pets, it can also beatbox and pose for pictures.
Ring Car Cam
Another example of the coolest tech making life easier is the Ring Car Cam. Taking the popular Ring doorbell concept on the road, this compact, internet-connected camera features dual-facing lenses that record both inside and outside your vehicle.
With two-way talk, motion detection, and real-time alerts, the Ring Car Cam keeps your vehicle and loved ones safe—wherever you go.
AtmosGear Electronic Skates
If you’re feeling brave, you can soon strap on a pair of electric inline roller skates. AtmosGear introduced the skates at CES as one of the coolest tech gadgets unveiledThe skates can get up to speeds of 25 km/H (15.5 MPH) and can reach a full charge in about an hour. The “skate” is actually a motorized frame that you can attach to “all roller boots.”
Tilt Five Augmented Reality Glasses
If you’ve been waiting to use augmented reality (AR) outside a video game, your chance may be here. Tilt Five introduced an AR glasses system that connects to a computer device. It can be used on board games as well as video games.
Ready to bring some holographic life to your tabletop play? The system includes the glasses and a board game. The glasses look somewhat like heavy-duty safety glasses. Both interact to bring an AR element into the real world.
Jabra Enhance™ Plus
This earbud/hearing aid combo can be very helpful to those with hearing loss. Jabra Enhance Plus are earbuds that offer a 3-in-1 experience. You can use them for listening to music, phone calls, and for hearing enhancement.
The small design makes them discrete, and they are also designed to be easy to use. They include state-of-the-art technology to provide superior audio clarity.
Hasbro Selfie Series Figures
Have you secretly wished to have your own action figure…of you! Hasbro has you covered with its new Selfie Series. You can use your phone’s camera to upload a pic and choose from figures based on several franchises.
Make a figure of yourself from these universes:
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- G.I. Joe
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- Ghostbusters
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- Power Rangers
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- Marvel
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- Star Wars
Use your smartphone and Habro’s app to customize your new digitized figure. Then all you have to do is buy it and wait for it to arrive.
Twinkly Squares
Twinkly Squares are like the Lite-Bright toy all grown up. The squares allow you to add panels of colored and automated lights to any wall. They’re great for a home office or to add a pop of color to any space.
Because these are IoT gadgets, you can also program and control them. Create digital artwork, have them sync with music, or use their voice feature.
Xebec Tri-Screen 2
Do you wish you had more screen space on your laptop? Don’t like the uneven feel of using a second monitor that is higher than your laptop screen? Then Xebec’s Tri-Screen 2 may be your answer.
This gadget enables you to expand your laptop screen on both sides. It sits behind the screen and expands the screen space both left and right.
Don’t Introduce Smart Tech Into Your Home without Security
While the coolest tech gadgets can make life easier and more exciting, they also come with new cybersecurity risks. Every connected device creates a potential entry point for hackers.
Before adding new smart tech to your home or office, get help from a professional. MOATiT can perform a home network security audit to ensure your systems are protected—so you can enjoy the coolest tech with peace of mind.
This Article has been Republished with Permission from The Technology Press.
