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CES 2019, the much-anticipated annual consumer tech show in Las Vegas, is on from January 8 to 11 once again treating tech enthusiasts from around the world to groundbreaking and hot innovations.
What's trending in the largest gathering of consumer tech innovators, business leaders, manufacturers, suppliers and buyers?
We give you a rundown of CES 2019's popular innovations and trends that caught consumers’ and tech media's eyes, plus similar products you can source today from Global Sources suppliers.
The biggest TV brands participating in CES 2019 have introduced to the market TVs in new forms that have amazed attendees. Samsung, for instance, was reported to have launched a vertical TV featuring movable panels that can transform it to a 75in big screen or into a smaller size. LG, meanwhile, has released a rolling OLED TV that can be easily hidden when not in use.
MicroLED and OLED types are the trendiest TVs today. The former is very customizable and high in brightness while the latter offers great flexibility. While there are still very few microLED releases, there is a growing supply of 50 to 70in OLED TVs following the trend, some looking so flat and resemble inconspicuous picture frames.
How do the latest educational robots attract kids? CES 2019 robots that took the tech media spotlight, such as Groove X's robot, use their cuteness, fun teaching ways and skills in mimicking emotions. Adorable looks, singing and dancing "talents", touch and voice response are top robot features to look for when sourcing.
The esports and gaming industry is growing with the popularity of online multiplayer games, gaming content creators and better hardware. Gaming buyers are on the lookout for laptops, mice, headphones and other accessories that are ergonomic and make the gaming experience more immersive and enjoying.
Makers are responding to the high demand. Asus, Dell and Nvidia, for instance, have unveiled at CES 2019 a new line of gaming innovations, upgradable laptops, and improved graphics cards, respectively.
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Still led by speakers incorporating voice assistants, last year's hottest CES trend, smart home devices stay in-demand for consumers as shown by the big pool of products in CES 2019. Alexa and Google remain the top names going head-to-head to become the most-loved voice assistant in speakers, headphones, thermostats, lights, security products and home gateways.
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Living in a world where everyone loves selfies and travel, makers know how consumers want to capture memorable moments – crystal clear quality, social media-ready and cinematic. That is exactly what VR and 360-degree action cameras at CES 2019 are offering.
China brands that caught tech-savvy eyes at CES, such as Insta360, has on display a VR camera that shoots like a pro. It's at a steep price point, tough. Many other makers from Asia are offering next-gen mid- to low-end action camera models as well.
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