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las vegas - Consumer Technology Association
LAS VEGAS Get the 2014 Tech News First The 2014 International CES® has arrived! At CES Unveiled LAS VEGAS, the Official Media Event of the International CES, more than 1,200 press, producers and analysts come to catch the latest products in one room and get a preshow look at what will be making headlines two days before CES. Innovations from audio, wireless, home networking, video, gaming, as well as mobile electronics, digital imaging/photography and accessories will be represented. Not on the press list? It Is Innovation (i3) brings you a round-up of the exhibitors showcased at CES Unveiled LAS VEGAS. Check out the guide below to find some “must-see” products for your CES list this January. 3M Touch Systems LVCC, South Hall 3, 30459 3M Touch Systems, a subsidiary of 3M Company, is pleased to announce the latest multi-touch innovation to the expanding line of 3M large-format, high-performance multi-touch displays – the 42” 3M Multi-touch Display C4267PW chassis display. These 3M commercial-grade displays, ranging from 18.5-46inches, are based on 3M’s projected capacitive technology (the same technology type commonly found in tablets and smartphones) and offer multi-touch interactivity ranging from 20 to 60 simultaneous touches at ultra-fast response rate (depending on display size). Additional features, such as palm/ arm rejection, thermal management, open frame form factor and flat front surface industrial design, help customers create unique configurations that include interactive table, coffee table, kiosk and 3x3 display wall implementations, that highlight exciting and engaging multi-touch and multi-user collaborative applications. Visit 3Mtouch.com/CES2014. AcousticSheep LLC LVCC, South Hall 1, 20227 ear buds frequently fall out and to wick away perspiration. Both products have received significant praise from the media, are available in 50 countries around the world and sales continue to exceeded expectations. Headquartered in Bellefonte, Pa., AcousticSheep has maintained strong standards of environmental and social responsibility in both manufacturing and company operations since its inception. For more information about the company, please visit sleepphones.com. Alarm.com Founded in 2000, Alarm.com is the leading technology provider for the connected home, powering more than a million households. Our cloud-based platform connects the widest range of devices throughout the home and delivers a complete solution through a single, easy to use app. From intelligent learning and personalized optimization to the rapid integration of new partner products, we offer the most advanced and latest technologies for the connected home. Consumers choose from a range of leading services, including interactive security, energy management, home automation and video monitoring, exclusively offered through our network of authorized and licensed partners for easy configuration and installation. Founded in 2007, AcousticSheep LLC manufactures and markets SleepPhones® and RunPhones®, innovative headphones with thin, padded speakers sewn in soft comfortable headbands. Invented by Wei-Shin Lai, M.D. CEO, and her husband, Jason Wolfe, chief technology officer, patented SleepPhones are specifically designed to help promote sound sleep and an aid in overcoming insomnia and second-hand snoring. RunPhones were introduced in 2010 to provide a solution for runners whose 18 january/February 2014 i t i s i n n o vat i o n LAS VEGAS Allure Energy Inc. LVH, Suite 305 EverSense™ is a Wi-Fi High Resolution Touchscreen Thermostat featuring patented Proximity Control Technology™ to make life easier, greener and more energy efficient. Combined with the EverSense™ mobile app for iPhone or Android, EverSense™ automatically manages users’ home temperature and energy usage based on how far or near, each user may be from their residence. EverSense™ also includes built-in speakers for streaming music from smartphones, a weather application, energy saving tips and more. EverSense™ allows users to automatically arrive home in comfort, save money, enjoy their favorite music, access free energy saving video tips and get instant updated weather. The user’s privacy is protected because the system makes the calculations internal to the smartphone, thus it never reveals the user’s location. Arrayent Inc. LVCC, South Hall 1, 21124 Arrayent Inc. empowers consumer brands to deliver superior, affordable and smart-connected products that make life safer, easier and better. Trusted by leading companies across the globe, Arrayent’s unique virtualization technology is propelling the Internet of Things by allowing customers to cost-effectively add connectivity that enhances products and cultivates relationships with consumers. The strength of Arrayent’s technology is best demonstrated through the success of its customers’ products. Case studies from companies such as Mattel, Maytag Commercial Laundry®, LiftMaster, Monster and Whirlpool Corporation are available at arrayent.com/case-studies. To learn how Arrayent can help bring connectivity to your products, visit arravent.com or call 650-260-4520. FLAP Atlantic Inc. LVCC, South Hall 1, 20636 For nearly three decades Atlantic Inc. has introduced innovative and awardwinning consumer electronics accessories. Atlantic’s latest introduction is Snowsound® Technology Acoustic Panels, which received a 2014 International CES Innovations Design and Engineering Award in the Home Audio/Video Accessories category. MITESCO CORISTA SNOWSOUND® Technology Acoustic Panels SNOWSOUND® CE.org/i3 The acoustic panels are designed to absorb high, mid-range and low sound frequencies, improving the consumer home entertainment experience. These eco-friendly, fire retardant panels are decorative and use high quality materials. The absence of frames and seams results in extremely thin, lightweight panels that are portable, free-standing or wall mounted. Consumers can easily position one or more of these panels to suit their room acoustics, reducing echoes reflected from solid surfaces. Panels are lab tested to the ISO 10354-2 sound absorption standard. Manufactured with 100 percent recyclable materials, Snowsound® technology panels are environmentally friendly. BeeWi LVCC, South Hall 3, 31269 Bluetooth fighting robots: These mini interactive robots are controlled by your smartphone or tablet without any additional adaptor. Fire and shield functions with IR gun and shoot sensors with preset audio effects. Intuitive control using mobile motion sensor and touchscreen button interface. Bluetooth headphones with RGB LED light effects: Change the color according to your mood or the music played using BeeWi free application on Android or iPhone. You can also control LED intensity and lightning type. Bluetooth headphones with Hi-Fi docking station: Wireless music and handsfree on the move: listen to your music and never miss a call. Unique design with touch panel, free application for smart control. Listen to your mobile music on your Hi-Fi system. Boostcase Encore, Hospitality Suites Boostcase creates fashion savvy, tech friendly and lifestyle products born from the simple concept that function isn’t design without fashion and fashion isn’t practical without function. We design products that embrace change in all forms to create accessories that continuously adapt to human needs and to shape tools that enable users to enjoy an elevated form of creative expression. Boostcase’s patented ingenious hybrid snap case offers a primary function that no other case in the market can offer. Our hybrid snap case performs the essential function of allowing different attachments to attach to it. The vast array of attachments we offer in our portfolio perform functions most suited for users’ needs, allowing the users to truly accessorize their most important accessory. Boostcase is wher fashion meets function! january/february 2014 19 LAS VEGAS Brookstone LVCC, South Hall 4, 36605 Discover. Develop. Deliver. Brookstone is an innovative product development company and specialty retailer that turns big ideas into household names. We develop and launch products in just about every consumer category: tech, wellness, travel and entertainment. Every day customers come to Brookstone to experience the next big thing – whether that’s a hot new product from around the world or something we created in our own U.S. design labs. At Brookstone, we believe life can always be better, easier and more fun. And we’ve got the products to make it happen. CAT® Phones LVCC, Central Plaza, CP15 Cat® phones and accessories will be on show for the first time at this year’s CES. You won’t be able to miss us at booth CP15 which is located outside, close to the registration tent, as we’ll have Cat equipment on our booth as well as our portfolio of devices. Just like the original Caterpillar® brand, the Cat device portfolio thrives on a challenge. Our phones are able to withstand extreme environments and they’re also waterproof, dustproof as well as impact resistant and have a long battery life. For more information come and visit us at our booth or visit catphones.com. For analyst/media enquiries please contact Stephanie Forrest at +44 (0) 7917 695755. ClearView® Audio Venetian, Level 1, 74306 ClearView® Audio is an entrepreneurial company led by a team of innovative designers and engineers, deeply steeped in Boston’s heritage of making acclaimed acoustic speakers. We believe good design, innovative engineering and advanced acoustic technology are key to the enjoyment of home audio. Our first product, ClearView Clio, employs our patented Edge Motion® technology using an optically clear acrylic glass stereo transducer, driven by proprietary left and right channel piezoelectric actuators, plus a proprietary down-firing 2” woofer to give consumers high-end, room-filling stereo sound, a stylistic fit to any interior design and the versatility of Bluetooth® streaming. The barely visible Clio “disappears” in any room setting. Clio is compatible with most iOS and Android devices: smartphones, tablets, PCs and other devices that support Bluetooth® wireless audio profile [Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)], or 3.5 mm audio output. Our décor-friendly housings are available in three finishes: silver, dark bronze and charcoal. 20 january/February 2014 Chevrolet LVCC, North Hall, 1830 Chevrolet is one of the world’s largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4.5 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design and high quality. Cobra Electronics LVCC, Central Hall, 9417 Cobra Electronics is a leading global designer and marketer of communication and navigation products, with a track record of delivering innovative and award-winning products. Building upon its leadership position in the GMRS/FRS two-way radio, radar detector and Citizens Band radio industries, Cobra identified new growth opportunities and has aggressively expanded into the marine market and has expanded its European operations. The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, Forbes and Deloitte & Touche have all recognized Cobra for the company’s innovation and industry leadership. To learn more about Cobra Electronics, please visit cobra.com. Follow Cobra on Twitter at twitter.com/CobraElectronic and like us at facebook.com/CobraElectronics. Dacor For three generations, DACOR, a California based company, has been manufacturing ultrapremium kitchen appliances since 1965. Dedicated to a philosophy of quality, craftsmanship and innovation, DACOR has integrated design, function and technology to create unique kitchen products that are built to reflect the lifestyle and needs of today’s homeowner. DACOR brings sophisticated styling and leading-edge cooking technology together in a seamless ballet of form and function. DACOR has redefined “luxury” to enhance the culinary experience for those individuals who are passionate about cooking. DISH LVCC, Central Hall, 8243 Already a CES “Best of Show” winner, DISH isn’t resting on its laurels with the Hopper whole-home HD DVR System. At the 2014 CES, DISH is introducing enhancements to further expand Hopper’s capability to provide consumers with even more flexibility and control. DISH Anywhere™, the Hopper’s mobile viewing app, is now integrated with Hopper Transfers™ to allow users to transfer their recorded programs onto their mobile device for viewing even when they don’t have an Internet connection. i t i s i n n o vat i o n LAS VEGAS DJI Innovations LVH, 42006 and 42009 DJI Innovations is a global leader in the development and manufacture of easy to use, high performance and reliable unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for commercial and recreational use. Our 1,000+ strong team is dedicated to making aerial photography and videography accessible to everyone from professional aerial photographers and cinematographers to people that have never flown before. Our global operations span North America, Europe and Asia. DJI’s founders and its team share a passion for UAVs and expertise in flight control technologies. Our advanced autopilot technologies coupled with our unique gimbal stabilization systems enable anyone to shoot photos and videos that rival those shot from helicopters. Dropcam LVCC, South Hall 2, 26720 Dropcam is revolutionizing the way people stay connected to the places they care about. With Dropcam’s Wi-Fi video monitoring cameras and optional Cloud Recording you can remotely drop in on your house, baby, pets, business, or anything else from a smartphone, tablet or computer. Dropcam lets you monitor your camera remotely with its mobile app and receive alerts via email or smartphone. View live video on your mobile device and talk directly to people and pets. The award winning San Francisco based company was founded in 2009 by Greg Duffy and Aamir Virani. EnerPlex LVCC, South Hall 4, 35474 iEnerPiex is the ultimate portable power provider for the everyday consumer. Whether a backpacker in the wilderness or an on-the-go businessman, EnerPlex can charge your electronic devices even when away from an outlet. EnerPlex is comprised of four distinct series: the Kickr Series, Jumpr Series, Surfr Series and Packr Series. EnerPlex integrates revolutionary, solar-on-plastic, technology into consumer electronics and charging solutions, allowing you to take the power of the sun with you wherever you go. Whether the Kickr series, a selection of standalone solar charging systems; or the Surfr and Packr series, slim phone cases and back packs integrated with solar-on-plastic, EnerPlex provides the solar solution for those who need power on the go. Paired with the Jumpr line of portable batteries, EnerPlex users will stay ‘Always in Charge’. CE.org/i3 Eton Corporation LVCC, South Hall 3, 31247 Eton’s vision is to harness nature’s energy to power consumer products that keep people prepared, informed, entertained and on-the-go. Our commitment to high design, efficient energy sources and innovative technologies enables us to create award-winning products that empower you in your world. From weather alert radios and backup battery packs to solarpowered sound systems, Eton keeps you connected, in the know and in tune. At home. In the office. On the road. Or in the great outdoors. Eton is committed to helping people be prepared for everyday fun and the unexpected emergency. Whether you’re out on a 10-day backpacking trip or barbecuing with friends and family in the backyard, Eton products are there for you. To keep you and your family informed. To let you play your music super loud. And to help you power up your mobile devices anytime, anywhere. Fitbug LVCC, South Hall 2, 26624 Fitbug helps its members get fitter and lighter, feel healthier and happier. Offering a range of activity and health trackers, including the latest Fitbug Orb, plus digital coach “KiK”, Fitbug sets personalized weekly targets and motivates you to beat them. Fitbug keeps you on track to reach your goals. Griffin Technology LVCC, North Hall, 5306 Griffin Technology began designing and manufacturing technical solutions with an innovative flair in 1992. We’ve since grown to become one of the largest providers of accessories for personal computing and digital media. We ask ourselves: What would you like to do with your computer, your TV, your stereo system, your MP3 players, and your musical instruments...the technologies that enhance your life? Our approach has given birth to some of the best known accessories in the digital entertainment and personal computer markets, including the iTrip family of FM transmitters and the groundbreaking Evolve Wireless Sound System. Today, Griffin designs, manufactures and delivers useful and fun solutions for digital entertainment and personal computing to people in the Americas, Europe and Asia, through major retailers and online. january/february 2014 21 LAS VEGAS Harman HARMAN designs, manufactures, and markets a wide range of infotainment and audio solutions for the automotive, consumer, and professional markets. It is a recognized world leader across its customer segments with premium brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon® and Mark Levinson® and leadingedge connectivity, safety and audio technologies. Aha is an interactive service of HARMAN International Industries that makes Web content as easy and safe to use as radio. Aha uses the Harman Cloud Platform to turn Web content into personalized radio stations that consumers can listen to from anywhere – at home, on the go or safely from the driver’s seat. ® HDMI Licensing, LLC LVCC, South Hall 1, 21824 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is the acknowledged world standard for connecting consumer electronics products and devices. Utilizing only a single, intelligent cable, users can connect their home theater system without the mess and hassle of multiple cables and cords while still preserving video and audio quality. Come learn about HDMI 2.0. The HDMI 2.0 spec offers a significant increase in bandwidth, up to 18Gbps, to support new features such as 2160p 50/60Hz, (four times the clarity of 1080p video resolution), an immersive audio experience, new ways to experience content, as well as dynamic auto lip-sync and enhancements to CEC. holî Venetian, Level 1,75505 Holî, the world’s first smart and connected mood lamp. Holî: bringing light into the digital era. Holî transforms all décors, connects to your music to create memorable moments and wakes you up gently. Redecorate: Transform the décor of your room in a click. Select one of holî’s amazing color palette or light choreographies designed by professional light-designers. Or customize your lighting to be in harmony with your mood and express your creativity. Turn music into light. And enliven your parties. Thanks to powerful and patented algorithms, holî translates the music you’re listening to into amazing light shows. New ways to use light: Just because you’re a night owl doesn’t mean you can’t be a morning person! So wake up gently with the dawn simulator. Boost your energy with light therapy. And more to come as your experience changes with every new app. Holî: It’s music for the eyes™. 22 january/February 2014 Honeywell Honeywell, a global energy efficiency leader with products and technologies in more than 150 million homes, will be showing its latest connected home innovation: the WiFi Smart Thermostat with Voice Control. A first-of-its-kind consumer device, the Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat with Voice Control allows consumers to simply say, “Hello, thermostat,” to activate and control their home’s temperature. Advanced far-field voice-control technology breaks through the ambient noise of a busy household and recognizes commands such as “make it four degrees warmer” or “make it much cooler” – even from across the room. For more information, visit wifithermostat.com. iFi Systems Venetian, Level 1, 73107 Never be in the dark again! The SmartCharge LED Bulb is a revolutionary new smart light bulb that works even when the power goes out – and only when needed. Integrated with a rechargeable battery and proprietary Grid & Switch technology, the SmartCharge Bulb recognizes the light switch ON/OFF position and allows control of the light even during a power outage. Unlike other safety light bulbs that automatically switch on when the power goes out (regardless of whether or not you are in the room), it recognizes the wall switch position to conserve battery power and only draws as needed. Once power is restored, the bulb’s built-in battery recharges itself when the switch is turned on – making sure you’re ready for another power outage or emergency. The SmartCharge LED Bulb is energy efficient, easy to install and provides safety and “Peace of Mind” to all who use it. Iris from Lowe’s LVCC, Meeting Room S115 Iris, a cloud-based platform from Lowe’s, allows homeowners to monitor and control their home from anywhere via smartphone, tablet or computer with a free basic level of service. Adjust the lights, control the climate, arm the security system, and even lock and unlock doors while on the go. Iris can be installed easily in about one hour, and the free, basic level of monitoring service includes text alerts when alarms are triggered; remote control of connected devices, thermostats and locks; and access to remote video streaming from cameras in the home via smart phone or computer. Iris also offers a Premium service provided for $9.99 per month with no long-term contract obligations. The Premium service includes a unique feature – Iris Magic. Magic allows customers to “program” their home by providing simple ways for the homeowner to manage their home at night or while on vacation. Learn more at Lowes.com/Iris. i t i s i n n o vat i o n LAS VEGAS Kirk H&J Corporation LVCC, South Hall, 31963 Kirk H&J Corporation – iNPOFi is a leading provider of power management products focused on energy efficiency (kirkhj. com). We proudly announce that our Foldable Mobile Wireless Charger won the 2014 CES Best of Innovations award and the release of the iNPOFi (iNvisible POwer Field) Wireless Charging System for the Apple iPhone 5/5S and Samsung Galaxy S4. The iNPOFi collection of wireless charging products allow freedom from the mess of tangled charging wires by providing a surface that you can rely on to power up your smart phone wirelessly anytime, anywhere. By using our patented zero-radiation technology, the iNPOFi Wireless Charging System eliminates health concerns about potential dangerous electromagnetic radiation at the same time offering a highly efficient power transfer rate of over 90 percent, helping to limit wasted energy. There is also no to very low heat to potentially weaken the battery’s lifespan. Kolibree Venetian, Level 1, 73411 Kolibree designs, manufactures and sells a “gentle and smart toothbrush.” It contains advanced technologies to inform you where you have brushed, what part of your mouth you missed and how you can progress. By virtue of sensors inside the toothbrush and its Bluetooth link to smartphones, users are able to track their habits, assess their brushing performances and set new goals to improve their oral hygiene. Kolibree helps you focus on long-terms progress. Analyze your brushing habits, your moves and your times and take control of your health with easy to understand monitoring and scoring scale. Take care of your teeth and keep smiling. Lenovo Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) is a $34 billion personal technology company – the largest PC maker worldwide and an emerging PC Plus leader –serving customers in more than 160 countries. Dedicated to exceptionally engineered PCs and mobile Internet devices, Lenovo’s business is built on product innovation, a highlyefficient global supply chain and strong strategic execution. Formed by Lenovo Group’s acquisition of the former IBM Personal Computing Division, the company develops, manufactures and markets reliable, high-quality, secure and easy-to-use technology products and services. Its product lines include legendary Think-branded commercial PCs and CE.org/i3 Idea-branded consumer PCs, as well as servers, workstations, and a family of mobile Internet devices, including tablets and smartphones. Lenovo, a global Fortune 500 company, has major research centers in Yamato, Japan; Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, China and Raleigh, N.C. For more information visit lenovo.com. Liquid Image Co, LLC LVCC, South Hall 3, 36601 Liquid Image expands its wireless division with the introduction of the first 4G mountable camera aimed at action sports, security, and a wide range of personal, government, and commercial uses. The ability to stream live content directly over a 4G network directly to social media and event applications from a small independent camera opens up opportunities for a variety of uses. Other 2014 CES Unveiled products include additions to our innovative snow and scuba lines. Living in Digital Times LVCC, South Hall 2 Living in Digital Times produces a wide range of conferences and exhibitions which bring together the most knowledgeable leaders and the latest innovations at the intersection of technology and ever-changing lifestyles. Mad Catz Interactive Mad Catz Interactive Inc. (“Mad Catz”) (NYSE MKT: MCZ) is a leading global provider of innovative interactive entertainment and leisure products marketed under its Mad Catz® (gaming), Tritton® (audio), and Saitek® (simulation) brands. Mad Catz also develops flight simulation software through its internal ThunderHawk Studios™; publishes games under its Mad Catz brand; and, distributes games and videogame products for third parties. Mad Catz distributes its products through most leading retailers offering interactive entertainment and leisure products and maintains offices in North America, Europe and Asia. For additional information about Mad Catz and its products, please visit madcatz.com. Manhattan LVCC, South Hall 2, MP25283 Manhattan makes lives easier by offering fun, exciting and easy-to-use products, including personal audio, home networking gear and accessories for mobile devices. Visit manhattanproducts.com january/february 2014 23 LAS VEGAS Medissimo Venetian, Level 1, 73109 Imedipac: The smart, communicating and secure pill box from Medissimo. Imedipac is a device for the preparation of unit doses. Comprising a smart pill box associated with a seven-day RFID pill dispenser from Medissimo, Imedipac helps patients to take their medication safely and regularly. With this communicating device, Medissimo is presenting a world first, having developed a new benchmark in connected health for delivery and medication adherence. Imedipac connects to Medissimo’s secure e-health platform either via GPRS, like a mobile phone, or via specialist networks such as SIGFOX. Equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functions, it can connect to the network via your computer or smartphone. The Imedipac mobile application (iOS and Android) allows patients to interact with their communicating pill dispenser easily. Moneual LVCC, Central Hall, 13035 Moneual is a company that grafts everyday lifestyles together with the most cutting-edge and eco-friendly IT technologies in order to create more convenient, comfortable, and enjoyable home and office environments. Our company continues to provide the best in smart home appliances and robotic devices which received a continuous stream of recognition across the entire product spectrum starting with the 2007 Microsoft Innovation Award, 2008 and 2009 CES Innovation Awards, six 2011 CES Awards, two 2012 CES Awards and five 2013 CES Awards. Netatmo LVCC, South Hall 2, 26700 Created in 2011, Netatmo is an innovation company developing consumer electronics for a better and connected lifestyle. Using the highest standards, Netatmo creates each product keeping in mind design, mechanics, electronics and embedded software. To unleash the full capacity of the products they are designed to connect to mobile and web applications. The first device launched by the company, the Netatmo Personal Weather Station, allows one to measure the indoor and outdoor air quality. In September, 2013, Netatmo launched the Thermostat for smartphones designed by Starck. At the 2014 CES, Netatmo unveiled June, the UV bracelet. Netatmo won innovation awards from the prestigious 2013 and 2014 CES. In June 2013, the company raised $6 million in order to continue its innovation efforts and increase its development and activities in the U.S., Europe and Asia. 24 january/February 2014 Novasentis CES Meeting Place, MP25379 Novasentis Inc. (formerly Strategic Polymers Science Inc.) created the world’s technology for the senses thinnest and most flexible Electro-Mechanical Polymer (EMP) haptic actuator and sensor technology today, used to develop mobile and wearable products that come alive with movement and sound. By bridging consumer electronics and sensory interaction, Novasentis enables 4D spatial tactile experiences and next-generation mobile product designs. Founded in 2006, Novasentis is a privately held company. The company is based in Burlingame and has offices in Pennsylvania, Korea, and Tokyo. For more information, contact us at info@novasentis. com, or visit us at novasentis.com. NPR Labs LVCC, North Hall, 1830 NPR Labs, part of National Public Radio, is based in Washington, D.C. Its mission: to identify, evaluate and advance the application of innovative technologies, including those for accessible audiences, to support the public service mission of public radio stations and producers. Off-Grid Solutions Venetian, Venetian Ballroom WakaWaka (‘Shine Bright’ in Swahili) is an impact driven, socially responsible brand that fights to abolish energy poverty throughout the world by 2030. Off-Grid Solutions, the makers of WakaWaka, develops, manufactures and markets high-tech low-cost solar powered lamps and chargers that are indispensable products both in the developing world for families without access to electricity and in the West for emergency preparedness, commuters and outdoor enthusiasts. Founded by Maurits Groen and Camille van Gestel, the aim of WakaWaka is to provide sustainable light and power to the 1.3 billion people in the world who do not have the luxury of a light switch and are forced to depend on toxic and dangerous kerosene lamps. Replacing kerosene lamps with solar powered products saves money, results in better schooling for kids, and increases income-generating capacity for families as a whole, while the ability to charge mobile phones enables communication and spurs entrepreneurship and economic development. For more information, visit waka-waka.com. Follow WakaWaka on Twitter: @WakaWakaLight. i t i s i n n o vat i o n LAS VEGAS Orbotix LVCC, South Hall 2, 25505 Introducing Sphero 2.0. Now faster, brighter, and smarter than ever. The future of gaming is here, and you hold the power. Choose from more than 25 apps and launch a whole new world of mobile gameplay. Drive circles around your friends with Sphero’s new engine, turn your living room into a video game with augmented reality apps like The Rolling Dead, and upgrade family game night with multiplayer apps like ColorGrab. You can even get a crash course in programming Sphero with MacroLab. That’s just the beginning. There’s a whole new world of gameplay waiting for you to discover with Sphero. What are you waiting for? Get rolling! Sphero rolls seven feet per second and pairs to your device via Bluetooth. Powered by induction charging and an internal smart robot, Sphero also glows in millions of colors and is pet proof, waterproof and ready for any adventure. Other World Computing LVCC, South Hall 2, 30472 Come get a preview of what OWC will be showing at CES, from the next generation in solid state drives, Thunderbolt connection storage, and Jupiter mini-SAS, to storage upgrades and solutions for Apple notebooks. See enhancements for the most recently announced Apple machines as well as upgrades for legacy Macs and one of the most complete lines of quality iPhone and iPad accessories to enhance use at home and on the go. Parrot LVCC, South Hall 3, 30215 Parrot, a global leader in wireless devices for mobile phones, stands on the cuttingedge of innovation. The company was founded in 1994 by Henri Seydoux as part of his determination to drive the inevitable breakthrough of mobile phones into everyday life by creating high-quality, user-friendly wireless devices for easy living. Parrot has developed the most extensive range of handsfree systems on the market for cars. Its globally recognized expertise in the fields of mobile connectivity and multimedia around smartphones has positioned Parrot as a key player of in-car infotainment. Additionally, Parrot designs and markets a prestigious line of high-end wireless multimedia products in collaboration with some of the world’s most well-renowned designers. Finally, Parrot is expanding on the UAV market with the Parrot AR. Drone, the first quadricopter piloted via Wi-Fi and using augmented reality with new solutions to address the UAV market for professional use. CE.org/i3 Pelican Progear LVCC, South Hall 3, 30259 Already a world-renowned brand in the military, industrial safety and tactical industries, the Pelican ProGear™ line now includes virtually indestructible defense for the latest portable electronics including the iPad® Air, iPad mini with Retina display, iPhone 5S and the Samsung Galaxy S4. They offer protection in the extreme from a wide range of hazards including moisture and impact. For more information visit pelicanprogear.com. Phone Halo LVCC, North Hall Lobby, Wall of Apps TrackR, by Phone Halo, is the world’s leading solution in helping users keep track of their valuable items. The TrackR app provides users with a hassle-free experience in managing the location of their TrackR tagged items directly from their smartphone. From keys to wallets, to bikes and more, TrackR devices provide an effortless and elegant solution to the time consuming task of finding misplaced and lost items. Phone Halo works with companies like Verizon Wireless and Audiovox to incorporate their technology into new products, innovating simple, helpful products for users worldwide. Prong Venetian, Level 2, 70109 Founded in 2011, Prong is a company dedicated to designing and manufacturing innovative accessories for electronic devices. Prong’s flagship product – the PocketPlug – is the first mobile phone case featuring an integrated charger. The sleek phone case + charger features two flat folding charging plugs built directly into the case itself, eliminating the need to carry cumbersome cords or extra battery packs. With the PocketPlug, your phone IS the charger! Simply deploy the retractable plugs and plug the PocketPlug directly into any two-prong electrical outlet for immediate charging results. When not in use, the plugs fold flat inside for a streamlined look. This proprietary technology makes the PocketPlug today’s most portable charging solution. To learn more about the PocketPlug and to view Prong’s new products for 2014, please visit booth 70109. Be sure to tweet your Prong experience @goprong with #ProngCES. january/february 2014 25 LAS VEGAS Pure LVCC, South Hall 4, 36254 Pure is a leading consumer electronics manufacturer driving the revolution in multiroom audio, digital radio and entertainment cloud services with the Pure Connect apps and portal pureconnect.com , as well as innovating in new areas such as the TV set-top box market. Designed and engineered in the UK, all of Pure’s products are manufactured with the environment in mind and at ethically audited facilities. Pure is a division of Imagination Technologies Group plc. Visit pure.com for more information. WiFi Perfected TM Quantenna Communications Venetian, Hospitality Suites, TBA-246 Quantenna is a leading developer of 802.11ac and 802.11n Wi-Fi semiconductor solutions that deliver the equivalent performance, speed and reliability of wired Ethernet for multimedia data anywhere in the home. Quantenna pioneered the delivery of seamless video over Wi-Fi and set the performance standard for delivering wire-like quality HD and 4K UHD video reliably throughout the connected home. Quantenna was named an International CES Innovations 2014 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree for the fourth consecutive year for its Quantenna QSR1000 wave 2 802.11ac chipset, the world’s first 802.11ac Wave 2 offering with multi-user MIMO. Quantenna has shipped millions of its Wi-Fi chipsets being deployed by major telco, cable and satellite service providers and operators worldwide including AT&T and DirecTV. Quantenna is headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley, with offices worldwide. Full color logo. For use in all full color applications. IE: Packaging fronts, web, literature Flexo, embroidery, pad printing, vinyl signage, etc.. Rayovac Venetian, Level 2, Titan 2204 Black, White and Red = PMS 485 C. CMYK: C-0, M-100, Y-100, K-0 RGB: R-255, G-0, B,-0 Rayovac is a worldwide leader in battery power and innovation for over a century. Backed by a long history of bringing the latest innovations to the marketplace Rayovac offers a full One color logo. range of high-performance power solutions to meet the needs of today’s consumers. Sculpteo LVCC, South Hall 3, 31417 Sculpteo combines creative and practical-minded talents for one purpose: offer everything you need to start selling 3D-printed products today. On sculpteo.com, people and businesses buy, sell and 3D-print ideas as solid objects. Sculpteo Cloud engine is a white label 3D-printing solution, including a mass-customization and co-creation platforms and supply-chain management system, to enable businesses to start selling 3D-printed products. Your customers will get the big, personal and interactive experience they’re craving. Production and delivery via Sculpteo’s factories allows your brand to offer an extensive range of customizable products, 3D-printed on demand without any investments. Available as a 100 percent white-label solution, Sculpteo can be deployed under your own brand as a natural part of your product portfolio. Seiki Digital Inc. Venetian, Venetian Tower, 31-201, 31-212, 31-216 Seiki Digital represents a new way of thinking in consumer electronics. Seiki offers straightforward, reliable digital entertainment experience that is affordably priced and backed by the industry’s most comprehensive customer support. Featuring the industry’s first one-year, no-nonsense, replacement warranty, Seiki markets a full range of highdefinition LED televisions that feature 4K Ultra HD and Full HD 1080p resolutions. Seiki 4K Ultra HD TV was recognized and presented with the ninth annual Popular Mechanics’ Breakthrough Awards as one of the top ten products setting benchmarks in design and engineering today. The company also markets an audio product line that includes multi-channel stereo sound bar solutions and portable Bluetooth® speaker models. Seiki products are available at select authorized national in-store and online retailers. For more information about Seiki and its complete list of North American retail partners, please visit seiki.com. For use in extremely limited printing applications. IE: One color packaging backs, laser etching, pad printing, etc. No cord? No outlet? No problem! The compact, innovative and affordable Rayovac Emergency 2 Hour Power gives your phone up to two hours of additional talk time. 26 january/February 2014 Sen.se Venetian, Level 1, 74210 Sen.se has reinvented Mothers. Mother is the head of the family of a unique, new generation of remote multipurpose smart sensors that connect real-life, ordinary and spontaneous actions, directly, simply without having to connect to a device. Discreet and autonomous, these reprogrammable Motion Cookies detect movements, stage, i t i s i n n o vat i o n LAS VEGAS temperature and more, turning everyday objects into something smart through their exceptional ability to analyze, find patterns, learn and continuously readapt. Mother collects large quantities of data over long periods of time and stores them on the Sen.se cloud. By browsing the Senseboard you can go through the storybook of your life. You can receive alerts and notifications about what is important to you or when something urgent occurs. Siemens Hearing Instruments LVH, MP40016 A pioneer in audiology, Siemens has helped people with hearing loss for more than 130 years and is the largest, most innovative manufacturer of hearing aids in the world. Siemens helps people lead richer, fuller lives with a full range of hearing products – including tiny and discreet, completely invisible, rechargeable, dustproof, waterproof and shock-resistant hearing aids. Award-winning accessories provide wireless connections from hearing aids to mobile phones, TVs, MP3 players, and other media devices. Siemens is one of the world’s largest suppliers to the healthcare industry and a trendsetter in medical imaging, laboratory diagnostics, medical information technology and hearing aids. Soundfreaq LVCC, North Hall, 6028 Soundfreaq is a global co-op of craftsmen – designers and engineers – with deep expertise in consumer electronics and a passion for great sound. By working outside the limitations of a traditional corporate structure, Soundfreaq is able to develop products from the ground up that deliver premium sound for a wireless world and provide maximum value to consumers. All Soundfreaq speakers stream audio wirelessly, making every product compatible with wireless devices both today and tomorrow. The company has been honored with multiple awards for its highly praised wireless speakers, including the “Mashable Choice” award in 2013, “Best in Show” from iLounge at the 2012 and 2013 CES and “Gear of the Year” from wired magazine in 2011. Twine International and LA-based creative incubator Goodhatch created Soundfreaq in November 2010. SquareTrade SquareTrade is the #1 rated protection plan trusted by millions of happy customers for its fast and exceptional service. SquareTrade protects mobile devices, laptops and tablets, and other consumer electronics and appliances from malfunctions, accidental damage and life’s frequent mishaps. Unlike oldfashioned warranties, SquareTrade is designed for today’s consumer and uses innovative technology to deliver a zero CE.org/i3 hassle claims process. SquareTrade has more than 200,000 fans on Facebook, consistently wins industry awards and receives thousands of 5-star reviews for its legendary customer service. Top retailers around the world offer SquareTrade, achieving significant sales growth and happier customers. Privately held, SquareTrade’s investors include Bain Capital and Bain Capital Ventures. SquareTrade is headquartered in San Francisco and London. For more information, visit squaretrade.com. Stern Pinball Inc. LVCC, South Hall 2, 25112 Stern Pinball, Inc., designs and manufactures arcade-quality pinball games. It is the only maker of arcade-quality pinball games in the world and is located just outside Chicago. The company traces its lineage to Philadelphia in the 1930s when Sam Stern entered the business of operating pinball games. Sam Stern subsequently became part owner and president of Williams Manufacturing, a pioneer in the pinball industry and passed his lifelong enthusiasm for the game and the business of pinball to his son Gary Stern who founded Stern Pinball. Today pinball remains one of America’s favorite pastimes. A few of the newly released Stern Pinball games have quickly ascended upon their bestseller list, including The Avengers, Metallica, Star Trek and The Pin. Each machine features pop bumpers and flippers, a wizard mode, high-resolution art, plus energizing theme music and sound effects that will give any player a one-of-a-kind gaming experience. Synaptics LVCC, South Hall 2, MP25340 Synaptics is the leading provider of human interface solutions, enhancing the user experience across the entry-level mobile phone, flagship smartphones, tablets and notebook PCs markets. Synaptics delivers the broadest solutions portfolio in the industry, including the industry leading ClearPad® family of touchscreen solutions, the TouchPad™ family which includes ClickPad™ and ForcePad®, which are integrated into the majority of today’s notebook PCs, ThinTouch® thin and light keyboard solutions, as well as the Validity family of biometric fingerprint authentication solutions. TAO Wellness LVCC, South Hall 2, 26712 Welcome to TAO™, a new fitness system that allows you to take exercise anywhere. TAO combines two fitness needs: activity tracking plus the unique ability to exercise anywhere – at the office, on a plane, in the car or at home. TAO™ coaches you through your day and fits in your pocket. It’s a mobile gym. january/february 2014 27 LAS VEGAS The TAO-Wellness™ approach to fitness and wellness focuses on simplicity, balance, and harmony. The TAO device, which we call the “WellShell,” is new but it’s based on ancient fitness techniques that incorporate isometric exercises. Isometrics form the basis for many fitness and strength training programs: yoga, pilates, the scientific seven minute workout, plank exercising and core training. TAO coaches you to use isometrics dynamically and gamifies it. TAO tracks your meals, steps, and other exercises too, all for improving health and wellness for all. Tobii Technology AB LVCC, South Hall 2, 25333 Tobii Technology is the global leader in eye tracking and gaze interaction. Tobii delivers comprehensive, marketleading gaze solutions and OEM eye-tracking components for applications such as computers, gaming and vehicles. Tobii’s eye-tracking technology has accelerated the development of gaze interaction in personal computing, transformed research in many fields and enabled communication for thousands of people with special needs. Founded in 2001, Tobii continues to achieve rapid annual growth and receive awards and recognition for its accomplishments. Based in Sweden, Tobii has a global presence, with offices in the U.S., China, Germany, Japan and Norway, as well as a worldwide network of resellers and partners. For more information, visit tobii.com. USB Implementers Forum Venetian, Suite 31-223 SuperSpeed USB delivers effortless audio/video streaming, 2008 USB-IF. All rights reserved. music and photos to your home, office, car or anywhere in between. Driven by the tech industry’s top companies, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) supports the advancement and adoption of USB technology. Recent USB technology developments, including SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps and USB Power Delivery, enhance user experience across multiple computing platforms. The USB 3.1 specification enables SuperSpeed USB to operate at up to 10 Gbps, a 2x performance increase from USB 3.0. USB Power Delivery provides consumers with a single USB cable, for A/V, data and power delivery up to 100 watts. Member companies are currently implementing both developments. The USB-IF will showcase new demos featuring USB Power Delivery and SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps capabilities at CES Unveiled. During CES the USB-IF will host private meetings in a hospitality suite in The Venetian. Please email Liz Nardozza at [email protected] to request a meeting. 28 january/February 2014 Velodyne Venetian, Venetian Ballroom, 71119; Venetian Suite 30-131 Founded in 1983 and based in California’s Silicon Valley, Velodyne, Inc. is a diversified technology company known worldwide for its high-performance audio equipment and highdefinition LiDAR sensors for autonomous vehicle applications. The company is widely recognized as the leading manufacturer of high-performance, low distortion powered subwoofers and an expanding line of technically innovative in-ear and overear audio products with interchangeable custom-designed skins that enable audiophiles to personalize the look of their headphones. Velodyne products are available online and from a select group of authorized dealers, custom installers and distributors worldwide. Wellograph LVCC, South Hall 2, 26912 Wellograph is an elegant wristwatch with a curved sapphire crystal display that senses your heart and graphs your wellness. It is the world’s first built-in continuous heart rate, wellness tracker and running watch in one device. More than just counting steps, Wellograph understands the quality of your activity or the effort you are putting out through its built-in heart sensor. Wellograph reads your pulse all day and tells you if you are getting enough aerobic exercise in each day and week. The watch is finely crafted with machined stainless steel and aircraft-grade aluminum. The display is always on and “glanceable” providing useful and relevant, live infographics of your wellness and activity automatically throughout the day. Wellograph is designed to be worn comfortably and discretely in either casual or professional settings. It is the ultimate wellness device that is easy to use and the most useful available. Wilson Electronics LVCC, South Hall 3, 31680 The DT4G by Wilson Electronics is a cellular signal booster from the industry’s most trusted brand. The Wilson Electronics DT4G improves coverage – including 4G, 3G, and 2G voice and data – for subscribers of all U.S. cellular networks (except Clearwire). This booster is designed to amplify a cell signal for one to two rooms inside your home or office. The DT4G supports multiple simultaneous connections, and works with all cellular devices. The adjustable controls allow you to quickly and easily customize coverage to meet your needs. After it’s installed you’ll see significantly fewer dropped calls and lost connections, faster data downloads on 4G and legacy networks, a stronger, more reliable cell signal, even in weak signal areas and improved battery life. i t i s i n n o vat i o n LAS VEGAS Withings LVCC, South Hall 2, 26500 Withings is leading the way in the connected health revolution. It creates smart products and apps to help people across the world easily take care of their health and well-being. The Withings NC2 offers amazing sleep experiences. It has been designed as the very first sleep improvement companion, combining unique sleep monitoring and ambient sensors with unmatched high power LED high quality loudspeaker. It dramatically enhances the go-to-sleep and wake-up experience to help users tremendously improve their sleep quality by both gaining actionable information about their sleep and bedroom environment, and adapting the sleeping environment to ease the phases of falling asleep and waking up. XCROOL Venetian, Level 1, 73308 The remote is the 4th most useful invention of all time, this is according to TIME Magazine’s Global Survey of 2013. XCROOL is simply a TV remote with scrollers. XCROOL treats your thumbs to a feather glide scroll on the volume and channel buttons. XCROOL jumps instantaneously from one channel to the next with the least effort and with razor sharp precision, it’s almost 2x faster than the old remotes. Volume reduction is a breeze. At night, XCROOL’s volume and channel buttons’ unique wheel shape makes it easy to find even in the dark. XCROOL is the only cool way to scroll your remotes. To learn more about XCROOL Please visit us at booth 73308 and look for Dante Olivar. YEI Technology LVCC, South Hall 2, 25633 YEI Technology unveils an out-of-the-box, consumer-ready PrioVR, a virtual reality gaming system. Providing full-body motion tracking, PrioVR delivers 1:1 movement and interaction in games. The consumer-ready PrioVR is easy for the average consumer to use and enjoy without technical expertise. PrioVR provides high accuracy, amazingly responsive, realtime movement that is comparable to professional systems. Compatible with other gaming peripherals and systems, PrioVR allows for a truly immersive experience by enabling gamers to interact naturally for the first time with virtual worlds. YEI Technology serves multiple industries with highperformance tracking, orientation and motion capture solutions based on YEI Technology’s patented research. PrioVR demos will be open to the public throughout CES. YEI Technology will be exhibiting at booth 25663 in the MotionTech TechZone at the LVCC, South Hall 2. CE.org/i3 Zensorium LVCC, South Hall 2, 26613 Zensorium was founded in 2012 and is committed to empower individuals in elevating their quality of life through a series of innovative sensing devices and solutions. Our flagship product Tinké is an optical sensor to monitor your fitness & wellness by quantifying your heart rate, blood oxygen levels, breathing rate and heart rhythm simply from your fingertip! Zensorium HQ is located in Singapore Biopolis, a vibrant research community. Though a young company, we build our people with diverse backgrounds to develop products and solutions focusing on consumers’ needs to create experiences beyond five senses. The company is also part of a listed 95 year old Japanese MNC that provides chemical products and electronic components with over 32,000 employees worldwide. Zepp Labs Zepp Labs, a leader in motion capture technology and mobile sports applications, recently launched the world’s first multi-sport motion sensor and the first three apps on the new Zepp Sports Platform: Zepp Baseball, Zepp Golf and Zepp Tennis. Zepp Labs is committed to helping athletes and coaches discover ways to improve their game. Comprised of seasoned executives, designers and engineers located in Silicon Valley, California, Beijing and Shenzhen, China, the Zepp Labs team is applying years of technology, design and go-to-market experience from industryleading consumer technology companies including Apple, Jawbone and Microsoft toward improving the way we practice, play and experience sports. JOIN US AT THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL CES JANUARY 6-9