AI at the Forefront of Consumer Electronics Show
PARIS: Home appliances that do chores, cars that know your favourite cafe, and robot pets aiming to please are among artificial intelligence-infused offerings at the Consumer Electronics Show opening Tuesday.
All these will compete for attention at the annual CES extravaganza in Las Vegas, as vendors behind the scenes seek ways to deal with tariffs threatened by US President-elect Donald Trump.
AI: The New Normal
AI is once again a major theme of the show, along with autonomous vehicles ranging from tractors and boats to lawn mowers and golf club trolleys. South Korean consumer electronics giant LG kicked off a media day Monday by outlining a vision for "Affectionate Intelligence" in which home appliances watch over people – from tracking how well they sleep to making sure they remember umbrellas when rain is in the forecast.
Tariff Anxiety?
Tariffs talked about by Trump would raise costs for imported items, and that will likely be on the minds of CES attendees targeting the US market, according to analysts. A lot of the products at the show have imported components, and if Trump hits Canada, China and Mexico with tariffs, it will mean a spike in prices, analyst Enderle reasoned.
Digital Health and Beyond
Gadgets for calming the mind, beautifying the body, or helping get a sound night’s sleep are on display as tech continues to seep into every aspect of existence. "Digital health is going to be huge," said Greengart. "We are seeing a lot more tech being worn or used to track your health markers."
Autonomous Vehicles Galore
CES will also be a gigantic auto show, with carmakers and those supplying software and parts showing off self-driving and automated safety capabilities. "CES has been an auto show for a while now and if anything, it is more so this year," said Techsponential analyst Avi Greengart.
Conclusion
The Consumer Electronics Show is set to be a hub of innovation, with AI, autonomous vehicles, and digital health taking center stage. While tariff anxiety may be a concern for some vendors, the show promises to be an exciting display of what’s to come in the world of technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the main themes of the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show?
A: AI, autonomous vehicles, and digital health are among the main themes of the 2025 CES.
Q: How will tariffs affect the show?
A: Tariffs talked about by Trump would raise costs for imported items, and that will likely be on the minds of CES attendees targeting the US market.
Q: What kind of autonomous vehicles will be on display?
A: Everything from tractors and boats to lawn mowers and golf club trolleys will be on display.
Q: What is "Affectionate Intelligence"?
A: LG’s vision for "Affectionate Intelligence" is to integrate AI into physical living spaces, allowing home appliances to watch over people and make life easier.