All the Eye-Popping Tech That’s Wowed Us at CES 2025

Singaporean startup Flint’s know-how hopes to unravel the issues inherent in as we speak’s widely-used lithium-ion batteries with cellulose, a pure materials that promotes ionic switch between the optimistic and damaging terminals of a battery. Which is one other approach of claiming “electrical energy!”. Cellulose, the stuff of leaves and different greenery, is versatile, compressible and presumably extra necessary, biodegradable; the paper battery may be shrunk sufficiently small embed in a smartwatch strap. It is one our picks for Best of CES 2025, too.

The flagship of LG’s new GX9 line of UltraGear gaming displays introduced on the present is probably the most feature-laden of the group and extra attention-grabbing than numerous different choices — it is relative excessive decision (5,120 x 2,160), has assist for a number of image sizes and refresh price configurations (twin mode) and a curved-to-flat bendable display screen (just like the Corsair Xeneon). 

It isn’t the LG OLED rollable screen of your desires, however the Ascend could also be extra inside your grasp. It is a retractable, ambient light-rejecting display screen with built-in audio system and an extremely short-throw projector that appears like a chunk of furnishings when the display screen withdraws. TV tech guru Geoffrey Morrison has been an ultrashort throw skeptic, however thinks this pair might clear up a few of the points he is had with them. There is not any pricing but for the display screen (the projector is $2,700), but it surely’s sure to be lower than fashions just like the LG. 

Humetrix’s AI-powered translation know-how already assisted assist staff eventually summer time’s Paris Olympic Video games, however quickly it will increase to assist people in search of medical assist in locations the place they do not converse the native tongue. Humetrix’s benefit lies in its database of 4 million medicines and information on 67,000 medical situations; utilizing GPS location, Humetrix will translate and converse signs, medicines and different well being information into the native language (of 25 accessible for now) — simply converse into your cellphone and the Humetrix app will clarify in the proper lingual and medical terminology.

If you’re able to go small — or haven’t got the price range to go huge — a tiny dwelling may be an interesting various, particularly when it is luxurious and filled with the most recent sensible tech. Our favourite of AC Future’s designer mini residences is the AI-Thu, a modular construct (as small as 400 sq. ft) filled with sensible know-how that helps management lighting, heating, cooling and home equipment, plus photo voltaic panels, a water recycling system, atmospheric water technology and much more. 

Roombas and different robotic vacuums have been a giant hit, however their little wheels may be defeated by the tiniest ledge or threshold between rooms. Enter Dreame’s X50 Extremely, which has two quick wheeled legs it will probably deploy to surmount very modest obstacles. No, it will not climb stairs, however we noticed it conquer small ledges a pair inches excessive. This development comes on the steep worth of $1,699 when it begins delivery in mid-February (preorder it for $390 off). 

Delta has a brand new characteristic for its cellphone app, and sure, it is AI-powered. Coming this yr, Delta Concierge will assist out with probably the most annoying components of journey, like reminding you about passport renewal and visa necessities, suggesting what to pack in your vacation spot’s climate and normal recommendations on getting round when you roam. Like different new AI-powered options, you’ll ask questions via textual content or speech in pure language and have the app reply. Something that makes journey much less painful — and free of charge — is a giant assist as of late.

Zoltux’s $1,199 Immediate Photo voltaic Package has numerous guarantees and some roadblocks, but it surely’s nonetheless an intriguing Kickstarter product. It is an 800-watt photo voltaic panel you’ll be able to cling wherever, utilizing an inverter to feed again into your house power setup. You will theoretically want an interconnection settlement and permission to function out of your native power firm, and there are considerations about simply plugging one into any previous 120-volt dwelling outlet, but it surely’s promising to get a plug-and-play photo voltaic panel to begin harvesting your personal power with out costly set up — assuming Zoltux works out the kinks.

It is nonetheless solely an idea, however Lenovo’s new laptop computer extends the display screen upward slightly than folding it (or folding two screens collectively) like nearly each dual-screen laptop computer we have seen. We have got no pricing or accessible for it but — it is an actual product, not only a idea or prototype — however having the ability to flip a laptop computer display screen from 14 to 16.7 inches in a press of a button appears like one thing I would like.

You already know that horror trope the place one thing scary stretches the display screen in direction of you and one thing terrible enters the world? Samsung’s turned the stretching display screen of our nightmares into actuality — although it could possibly be flowers as a lot because the undead pushing via. The display screen bulges within the center to provide a 3D impact; it is somewhat exhausting to see, based on editor Lisa Eadicicco, but it surely’s there.

I am all for something that may take away the tedium from on a regular basis (or every-week) duties, and this one is the primary to cast off probably the most tedious house owner duties. It not solely mows your garden, it gnaws a lot of the detritus (together with leaves and branches) into garden meals. 

We have seen sensible kitchen home equipment, however none that cater to the…influencer crowd? The LG Signature Sensible Instaview has cameras contained in the microwave to report video of you making your favourite dishes — and don’t fret, there are many sensors that verify on how the meals is cooking to ensure you do not find yourself with a smoldering mess. There’s additionally a 27-inch HD show and audio system so you’ll be able to watch TV when you prepare dinner. Whereas solely an idea machine for now, the Instaview is an intriguing have a look at how kitchen-fluencers are nudging tech ahead, too.

For years, premium smartwatches have been capable of detect atrial fibrillations — irregular heartbeats that would preclude strokes and cardiac occasions — however not everybody needs a smartwatch. Enter the Round Ring Gen 2, a $380 sensible ring that watches out for these AFib occasions and tracks different well being knowledge, might be in the stores within the subsequent couple months.

The SodaStream, which helps you to create carbonated drinks at dwelling, was an ideal concept when it launched. However now everybody’s in movement and outfitted with water bottles, so why do you have to have the ability to get your fizz on in just one location? The SodaTop is a cap for appropriate water bottles that carbonates water in appropriate containers.

Do not wait till the soil’s cracked or the leaves fall off. LeafyPod is a great planter that learns the suitable routine for the plant you’ve got potted in it, in addition to determines if any environmental information are suboptimal. Then it lets the plant voice its wants by way of a cellphone app. It will possibly’t do all the things — you’ve got nonetheless acquired to do as you are informed.

The idea of having the ability to use a number of transportable screens with a laptop computer is a type of elusive desires that depart us looking for a product we will reside with. They’re additionally a CES staple, and not less than on Day 1, the FlipGo has caught the eye of the dreamers. Who is aware of? Perhaps this one is it.