# My CES 2025 Recap By Ian Adams **Date Posted:** 11/01/2025 Tags: #Tech --- ## NVIDIA ![[Pasted image 20250111000926.png|300]] - New [RTX 50 series of Graphics Cards](https://nvidianews.nvidia.com/news/nvidia-blackwell-geforce-rtx-50-series-opens-new-world-of-ai-computer-graphics) Using Blackwell architecture. They quote the lowest costing graphics card 4070 will be as powerful as the last series top card 4090 with frame generation AI tech. [Link](https://nvidianews.nvidia.com/news/nvidia-blackwell-geforce-rtx-50-series-opens-new-world-of-ai-computer-graphics) - These cards are also smaller then last gen, meaning they take less space up in peoples computers. - They will require more power, so might be hotter quicker. though testing will be needed to check how they perform in these smaller shells ## AMD ![[Pasted image 20250111000643.png|300]] - [New Ryzen 9 processors ](https://www.forbes.com/sites/antonyleather/2025/01/06/amd-reveals-ryzen-9-9950x3d-and-9900x3d-gaming-processors/)including the 9950X3D. CPU focused on gaming with 16 cores. this will be the best mainstream CPU for gamers in the world. ## SteamOS ![[Pasted image 20250111000500.png|300]] - Steam are now lettings 3rd party hardware providers like [Lenovo's Legion Go S](https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/7/24338028/lenovo-legion-go-s-steam-windows) to make handheld gamign consoles. To date only Steam had released their own device called Steamdeck. - This should help keep high market share on the handheld PC gaming market. ## Smart glasses ![[Pasted image 20250111000428.png|300]] - Startup Halliday will make you the smartest person in the room with their new [invisible display glasses](https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/5/24334030/halliday-smart-glasses-ai-tiny-display-frame-availability-price-ces "https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/5/24334030/halliday-smart-glasses-ai-tiny-display-frame-availability-price-ces"). These sleek specs, designed to compete with Meta Ray-Bans (on function and price), have a built-in display that syncs with an AI assistant. You talk, it listens and anticipates. Questions? Answers at the ready. Need meeting notes? Captured. ## Roomba with Arm ![[Pasted image 20250111001631.png|300]] - [Roborock’s](https://www.forbes.com/sites/prakharkhanna/2025/01/05/roborocks-ces-2025-launch-has-a-robo-arm-to-pick-up-toys-and-socks/ "https://www.forbes.com/sites/prakharkhanna/2025/01/05/roborocks-ces-2025-launch-has-a-robo-arm-to-pick-up-toys-and-socks/") vacuum cleaner doesn’t just suck up dust bunnies—it tackles unexpected obstacles with a robotic arm. No more need to intervene and pick up socks for this little whirring wonder.  # Self charging pool cleaner ![[Pasted image 20250111001601.png|300]] - [WYBOT S2 Solar Vision’s](https://www.ces.tech/ces-innovation-awards/2025/wybot-s2-solar-vision-robotic-pool-cleaner/ "https://www.ces.tech/ces-innovation-awards/2025/wybot-s2-solar-vision-robotic-pool-cleaner/") pool cleaning robot autonomously returns to its solar-powered underwater charging station after completing an entire cleaning cycle. # Emotional Intellect Bots ![[Pasted image 20250111002045.png|300]] - Groundbreakers like [Mirumi](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l91mdbKNl6I&t=1s "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l91mdbknl6i&t=1s"), and [Mirokai](https://enchanted.tools "https://enchanted.tools/") are showing us that bots can have feelings too! Well, sort of... Designed for emotional interactions and elderly care respectively, these bots might change our perception of companionship and healthcare. # Expandable laptop screen ![[Pasted image 20250111002941.png|300]] - [Lenovo’s ThinkBook Plus Gen 6](https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/7/24337633/lenovo-thinkbook-plus-gen-6-rollable-laptop-flexible-oled-price-specs) 14-inch productivity laptop, albeit with a slightly square-ish aspect ratio and a resolution of 2000 x 1600. But hitting a dedicated key or raising your hand to the webcam activates the motors and makes the display climb to a tall 16.7 inches, with an extended resolution of 2000 x 2350. - Looks like crap but if more devices start to use this tech it will mean phones, iPads will change in size to adapt to a users need. # The MCON by Ohsnap is a portable mobile gaming controller. ![[Pasted image 20250111003857.png|200]] - **Magnetic Attachment:** MCON magnetically attaches to the back of your phone, making it easy to use and store. - **Bluetooth Connectivity:** Provides a hassle-free, low-latency gaming experience without finicky connections. - **Customizable Fit:** Includes two pucks and a MagSafe adapter for a tailored fit, ensuring compatibility with various phone models and cases. # The new Alienware monitor ![[Pasted image 20250111004631.png|200]] - 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor ([AW2725Q](https://dell.alienwarearena.com/new-alienware-27-4k-qd-oled/)) 27inch DCI-P3 99% colour coverage and Delta E<2 color accuracy. 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time. - Flat panel vs the curved one they released last year. - **$899.99 (US)** - EMEA in April, 2025. ## Bonus # The Sphere was a giant Intel ad on 8th Jan ![[Pasted image 20250111005424.png|400]] More official CES info here: https://www.ces.tech/ ## Find more posts [[Tech & Media|Here]] --- [X](https://x.com/ianmartinadams) | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ianadams3/) | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianmartinadams/) © 2025 Ian Adams | Views are my own