The CES 2025 (formerly known as the Consumer Electronics Show) has once again set the stage for the year’s biggest tech innovations.
With everything from oyster shell laptops to AI-powered TVs, the event is a reminder of how tech continues to shape our lives in both unexpected and practical ways.
CES 2025 Highlights
CES 2025 has been a playground for bold ideas, from eco-conscious designs to AI-driven tools. These innovations highlight how companies are pushing boundaries, blending creativity with functionality.
Gary Shapiro, the CEO and vice chair of the Consumer Technology Association, said in his keynote speech the event “gathers the innovators, the disrupters, and the dreamers, the people who reshape our world and are creating a better future.”
He also said: “Progress never comes from standing still.”
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Here’s a rundown of the standout announcements that caught our attention.
Nvidia’s RTX 50-series GPUs:
NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang says AI has been “advancing at an incredible pace.”
“It started with perception AI — understanding images, words, and sounds. Then generative AI — creating text, images and sound,” Huang said.
Now, we’re entering the era of “physical AI, AI that can proceed, reason, plan and act.”
Nvidia’s new graphics cards were a major highlight of the show.
- The lineup includes the GeForce RTX 5070, 5070 Ti, 5080, and 5090.
- The RTX 5090 is the most powerful (and expensive) at $1,999 (R37,800)
- The RTX 5070 offers flagship-level performance at a much more accessible $549 (R10,400)
Gamers and creators alike are already buzzing about the potential of these cards to redefine performance benchmarks.
The world’s first rollable-display laptop
Lenovo officially unveiled the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable.
- The screen expands from 14 inches to 16.7 inches at the press of a button.
- It’s sleek, futuristic, and practical—everything you’d expect from a CES showstopper.
This innovation hints at what could become a major trend in portable computing.
AI-powered TVs dominate the spotlight
Television makers are betting big on AI.
- Samsung’s Neo QLED, OLED, and QLED models feature AI-driven content recommendations and personalized audio/video settings.
- LG’s OLED Evo lineup boasts similar features with added Microsoft Copilot integration.
- Google teased a new TV operating system powered by its Gemini AI, potentially setting a new standard in smart TV technology.
Whether these features will feel revolutionary or just gimmicky remains to be seen, but they’re impossible to ignore.
AI security cameras to keep you safe
Swann introduced the Swann Xtreem4K with SwannShield AI Defender, taking home security to a new level.
- The camera uses AI to engage with intruders or guests.
- It can escalate responses if it senses a threat, potentially offering a robust deterrent for home safety.
Though details about its “escalation” remain vague, this marks a new frontier for AI in home security.
Laptop made from oyster shells?
Acer unveiled the Aspire Vero 16, a laptop partially made from recycled oyster shells.
- Sustainability at its core:
- More than 70% post-consumer recycled plastic
- Processed shells to reduce waste.
While the specs – Intel Core Ultra 200H processors and up to 32GB of RAM – are solid, it’s the eco-friendly design that truly stands out.
Wearable tech and fitness FTW
Fitness fans, take note: CES 2025 offered plenty of inspiration.
- Garmin Instinct 3 and Amazfit Active 2 cater to both ends of the smartwatch market.
- The Amp Fitness Machine promises to be a game-changer for at-home strength training.
- Swimmers can now enjoy Suunto Aqua smart headphones, which bring music underwater.
For those less inclined to hit the gym, the Segway Xyber e-bike offers a fun way to stay active.
Which of these will become everyday essentials? Only time will tell.
