In Las Vegas, Les 2024 is currently ongoing, featuring a diverse range of media and event highlights. While we provide continuous updates on the latest announcements, the true thrill often resides in the unconventional corners of the exhibition floor. Amidst the plethora of gadgets and extravagant claims at Les, businesses are wholeheartedly embracing the Artificial Intelligence trend.
Outlined below are the eight most peculiar devices, innovations, and revelations from Les 2024:
AI-enhanced binoculars for wildlife observation
Swarovski unveiled the AX Visio 1032, a premium pair of AI-integrated binoculars priced at $4,799, tailored for passionate birdwatchers with a substantial budget. These binoculars employ AI technology to rapidly recognize over 9,000 animals and diverse species, empowering users to capture images and videos of their discoveries for sharing.
A restroom-sharing device
Image Credit: Flush
Are you on the move and willing to invest in convenience? Flush, an online platform, allows businesses to lease their restrooms to customers for a fee. The distinguishing feature of this application is the rating system utilized by companies to accept or reject reservations, although the app’s functionality is restricted due to the scarcity of well-maintained public restrooms in the United States.
A BlackBerry-style console for smartphones
Image Source: Clicks Technology
Craving the tactile sensation of a physical keyboard on your iPhone? Clicks Technology introduced a retro keyboard at Les 2024, priced at $139, that transforms your smartphone into a reminiscent BlackBerry-inspired device. While enhancing your phone’s visual appeal and providing convenient access to the camera, this keyboard case may prolong your phone’s lifespan at the expense of modern convenience.
Personalized audio mixing based on driving habits
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Good Drive, founded by musician-turned-entrepreneur Does, customizes your music listening experience to your driving style. This innovative technology, crafted to synchronize song tempo and energy with your commute, dynamically adjusts the music to align with your driving speed, seamlessly modifying lyrics to complement your journey. Despite initial doubts, the technology impressed us with its adaptability.
Artistic modem in the form of a picture frame
Image Credit: GL.iNet
In the age of integrating technology with aesthetics, devices are now crafted to harmonize with home decor. Whether you choose Samsung’s Frame TV to emulate a museum piece or LG’s transparent television for seamless integration, the newest addition to this trend is the GL Marble Wi-Fi 6 OpenWrt Router from GL.iNet. This visually appealing router resembles a miniature masterpiece that can be showcased on a table or mounted on a wall.
AI assistant capable of emergency calls
During a press conference, LG introduced its Smart Home AI Agent, unveiling a humanoid AI assistant compatible with LG appliances. This relational AI boasts empathy and personalized interactions, offering reminders for medication intake and the capability to contact emergency services like 911. The Pixar-style promotional video showcased the AI Agent’s distinctive features in a whimsical and captivating manner.
Voice-controlled conversational toilet
Image Credit: Kohler
“Hey Alexa, activate the toilet spray.” Kohler presented the PureWash E930 Bidet Seat with support for voice control through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This innovative bidet enables hands-free operation of functions such as self-cleaning, spraying, drying, and seat adjustment via voice commands, ensuring a seamless and hygienic bathroom experience.
Sound-absorbing helmet resembling a muzzle
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Bid farewell to eavesdroppers with Skyted’s “Mobility Privacy Mask” and “Hybrid Silent Mask,” designed to absorb sound frequencies in noisy environments like airplanes, trains, and rideshares. These masks provide enhanced privacy for conversations and bear a resemblance to Bane’s mask, catering to workplaces, call centers, and entertainment venues.
