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Google \u2013 They\u2019ve spent millions at CES by building a booth that is larger and more comprehensive than any booth in recent history outdoors from the convention center.\u00a0\u00a0 They\u2019ve wrapped the LV monorail with their logo, and have signs outside of the convention center are several stories high. All with the hopes of selling you, the consumer your next smart speaker device. Their device clearly has great sound, and great features \u2013 but they\u2019re easily 2 years behind the leader.\u00a0 (Amazon Echo). No amount of money in my opinion will ever buy enough time to catch Amazon. The market has already spoken, and the Ring acquisition by Amazon only solidifies this.<\/p>\n
Years ago, Google made a splash with the geek community over Google Glass(es). Google was truly ahead of their time with this augmented reality product, and ultimately killed this off. It\u2019s obvious that others like Vuzix (https:\/\/www.vuzix.com\/<\/a>) have clearly picked up the torch and taken the product to the next step. When paired with a smart phone, it can easily eclipse watch functionality, with a face mounted camera can provide a more realistic perspective when taking pictures.<\/p>\n Watches of all kinds were demonstrated at the show, yet a high percentage of attendees seemed to be sporting apple watches on their wrists. Companies like Garmin (www.garmin.com ),\u00a0 but also startups like www.h2care.com<\/a> are putting as much technology on your wrist as possible.\u00a0 In my opinion these products may become either accessories or applications for the apple watch in the future.\u00a0\u00a0 Apple has clearly cornered the smartwatch product, and eclipsed their competition.\u00a0 The competition will be headed for clearance racks near you sooner than later.<\/p>\n 3d printing and pens at the low end, strikes me as a solution looking for a problem.\u00a0\u00a0 Lots of little models mostly ornaments made of plastic.\u00a0\u00a0 Some may be small scale models of something larger, but most seem to be demonstrations of what ornaments can be made.\u00a0\u00a0www.jereducation.com<\/a> now make products that can print with Potato Starch, or Chocolate, allowing for tastier models I guess.<\/p>\n 8 years ago, Parrot introduced the AR Drone.\u00a0\u00a0 Today companies like Flir (www.flir.com<\/a>), DJI (www.dji.com<\/a>), and several other companies have commercialized these consumer grade products for things like home inspection, 3d modeling, and even crop dusting.\u00a0\u00a0 We are starting to see consumer grade underwater drones for inspection as well. Too early to tell whether underwater drones are useful or not, existing models will not stand up to waves on the beach, or the local turtle.<\/p>\n Monitoring of Air quality, both for air pollution as well as smoke detection sensors was big as CES.\u00a0\u00a0 Initially, I thought none of this is new. To use the example \u2013 Fire detection is new being detected in software on old smartphones (www.smokedetective.com<\/a>) \u00a0\u00a0Expect this to be added to firmware in cameras and DVR\u2019s one day soon.<\/p>\n Water sensors were also popular, which can also tell you whether you have a slow leak or not.\u00a0\u00a0 If it\u2019s a major leak some are equipped with valves to turn off the water in these situations.\u00a0\u00a0 You just need a plumber who understands electrical and networking and you\u2019re all set ?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Interesting products, in no particular order:<\/p>\n 1drop \u2013 Can test Glucose, Uric Acid, and Cholesterol using a test strip that hooks up to your smart phone camera. Not FDA approved yet, but interesting idea.\u00a0\u00a0 www.1drop.co.kr<\/a><\/p>\n EyeQue VisionCheck\u2013 Test your vision using their kit and your smartphone from home. Order glasses online.\u00a0 www.eyeque.com<\/a><\/p>\n Pillo \u2013 Voice activated medicine dispenser.\u00a0 Make sure that you get the same dosage of medicine daily. Designed for people who are forgetful.\u00a0 https:\/\/www.pillohealth.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n Elecpro US:E \u2013 Facial recognition door lock\/doorbell\/video camera, just starting but facial recognition is where it\u2019s all headed.\u00a0 Currently discounts on kickstarter.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 https:\/\/www.kickstarter.com\/projects\/1624790698\/us-e-camera-equipped-smart-lock-with-facial-recogn<\/a><\/p>\n Litter Robot \u2013 Smart phone cat litter box –\u00a0www.litter-robot.com<\/a><\/p>\n Yomee \u2013 The worlds first automatic yogurt maker.\u00a0 Trying to do for Yogurt what Keurig did for Coffee www.yomeeyogurt.com<\/a><\/p>\n Mixologiq – www.mixologiq.com<\/a> \u2013 Perfect Cocktails in a few seconds.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0More of a commercial product, but obviously where the industry is going.<\/p>\n Wilkinson Baking \u2013 Breadbot, estimated at $100,000 will bake a different loaf of bread every 6 minutes.\u00a0\u00a0 Geared towards but another mass customization crowd pleaser.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 www.wilkinsonbaking.com<\/a><\/p>\n Secure Data \u2013 www.Securedrive.com<\/a>.\u00a0 A FIPS encrypted hard disk, that can use a smartphone as a key gateway or a key.\u00a0\u00a0 Well thought out product for securely transferring physical copies of data.<\/p>\n Pepper \u2013 www.pepper.cooking<\/a> \u2013 A smart scale that can provide nutritional facts, so you know what you are eating.\u00a0\u00a0 Great concept, will be interested if it makes it to market.<\/p>\n Pix \u2013 LED Backpack \u2013 www.pix.style<\/a> \u2013 Not sure if this is the next fidget spinner or not.\u00a0 Useless but fun.<\/p>\n Time Kettle – http:\/\/www.timekettle.co<\/a> \u2013 With software and your smartphone you can understand what people are talking to you.\u00a0 Leverages your smart phone and the cloud, but where the technology is going.\u00a0 Expect integration with things like smart glasses one day soon.<\/p>\n Printbrush XDR \u2013 Print on anything using your smartphone.\u00a0\u00a0 Now on Kickstarter. www.printbrush.com<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0 Uses standard inkjet cartridges.<\/p>\n WonderPainter \u2013 Where AI meets animation, not commercialized yet but very cool.\u00a0 http:\/\/wonderpainter.net\/<\/a><\/p>\n Ellcie Healty – http:\/\/ellcie-healthy.com<\/a> \u2013 Eyewear that can detect and remedy drowsiness.<\/p>\n Strikezon \u2013 Simulating and improving your Tennis, Golf, or Batting average.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Very Interactive, and probably showing up in a shopping mall or health club near you soon. http:\/\/strikezon.com\/new\/en\/strikezon\/product.php<\/a><\/p>\n O2nails \u2013 apparently there are now multiple companies making nail printers.\u00a0 http:\/\/www.o2nails.com\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n Shadecraft Bloom \u2013 A smart outdoor umbrella – https:\/\/www.shadecraft.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n Scootcase \u2013 Ride your own luggage, although they have competition.\u00a0 Not sure you\u2019re getting on the plane with it though.\u00a0\u00a0 https:\/\/www.scoocase.com<\/a><\/p>\n StallMate \u2013 Horrifiing and entertaining at the same time.\u00a0 http:\/\/stallmate.info\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Trends: Google \u2013 They\u2019ve spent millions at CES by building a booth that is larger and more comprehensive than any booth in recent history outdoors from the convention center.\u00a0\u00a0 They\u2019ve wrapped the LV monorail with their logo, and have signs outside of the convention center are several stories high. 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