Weirdly Interesting Tech CES 2024

Weirdly Interesting Tech From CES 2024

Rabbit R1

Source: Rabbit R1

A standalone AI device, Rabbit R1 is a nifty small device that will interact with any apps to aid you in your tasks. Think of it as a sort of universal remote mixed with an assistant. You should be able to train it to use any app or have it follow a list of programmable commands depending on the task you want it to learn. Imagine using macros for any daily digital task. An added benefit is that they use their own large action model. This means you won’t have to wait for developers to support the R1.

Hollo AI

Source: Hollo AI

If you ever wanted a digital twin, this might be the solution for you. Hollo AI uses some selfies and voice memos via a phone app to create your digital twin assistant. This twin is powered with chatGPT and can be used as a way to engage with users 24/7. This will be a potential perfect way for creators, celebrities and businesses to monetize their online interactive presence and support.

Foldable/Rollable OLED displays from Samsung

Flex Note, Source: Samsung

Samsung releases a great number of innovative foldable displays that will surely have multiple applications. They have released a bi-directional folding OLED screen, as well as showcasing rollable flex and sliding flex hybrid OLED screens. That means we can soon hold screens that fold 180 degrees in both directions and one that can roll onto itself.

Samsung Ballie

AI 컴패니언 ‘볼리(Ballie)’ 공개! 볼리가 만들어 줄 영화같은 일상 [CES2024]

This is probably the closest we are going to get for now to a commercial BB-8 droid. Ballie is a smart home AI assistant that can greet and follow you around like a puppy as it helps you with tasks. Not only can it help control your Smart Home, it comes with its own projector to help you out on conference calls, pulling out that recipe or be a personal training.

Shift Robotics Moonwalkers X

Moonwalkers X, Source: Shift Robotics

Moonwalkers X are a new iteration on the robotic walking aid to increase your speed and ease of travel. Lighter and easier to use than their last iteration, the Moonwalkers X will let you glide with every step. Essentially Heelys for adults, these might make sense for those who have to walk a lot on the job. We shall see if it becomes something we see occasionally, like scooters and segways. 

Flappie AI cat door

AI technology powers the Flappie AI cat door to stop your furkid from bringing you dead presents. With a 90% accuracy currently, this cat door will help lower your cat from bringing their prey into the house. No more waking up to dead animals in your bed.

Lotus Smart Home Ring Controller

Lotus Ring

The Lotus ring is an infrared transmitter with tactile discrete buttons to help control compatible smart home products. Having such a small remote literally at your fingertips can also be beneficial for those with limited mobility for controlling a smart home setup that should be easy to install.

Seer Grills Perfecta

Seer Grills Perfecta 2

A smart oven marketed as a grill, the Seer Grills Perfecta will not only cook your food quickly but also near perfectly. Cooking at almost 540 degrees celsius or 1000 Fahrenheit, a thick steak will cook in under 2 minutes with no flipping required. With AI automation and feedback controls, you can fine tune the Perfecta to your liking.

Razer’s Project Esther

razer project esther, Source: Razer

A HD haptic gaming chair cushion pad, Razer’s Project Esther will be adding depth to one’s gaming experience. With 16 haptic actuators with ultra-low latency, an easy plug-and-play solution, and compatibility with most gaming chairs, this iteration of Razer’s attempt into haptics looks promising.

iYU Spa Massage 

iyu massage 1

For those who want a “hands-free” message, the IYU Spa Massage is a robotic massage arm and bed that uses AI to massage you. Developed by French company Capsix Robotics, they aim to bring a personalized masseur that can scan your body and adapt to your needs and preferences.

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