The world’s largest consumer electronics show CES 2024 recently concluded in Las Vegas and it was showcase of the most innovative and exciting tech trends that will shape our lives in the coming years.
From tiny AI assistants to massive TVs, neural headphones that read your thoughts to rings that replace watches, the technology of 2024 will blow your mind. Don’t fall behind. Read our comprehensive guide to the 11 most important tech trends that will define 2024.
1.The New Interface for Generative AI
Generative AI is type of AI that can generate new content or data from existing data or inputs. Generative AI for example can write text, compose music, generate images and even create new products or services. CES 2024 saw the integration of generative AI with laptops, apps, and devices, making it easier and faster for users to interact with technology and complete tasks. Among the highlights are:
- The Rabbit R1 is a handheld device that employs generative AI to automate tasks that would normally necessitate the use of an app or a web service. For example you can tell the R1 to “book a flight” and it will do without opening an app or connecting to an API.
- Windows 11 laptops with a dedicated Windows for Copilot button that activates Microsoft’s natural language AI assistant, which can assist you with tasks such as writing emails, scheduling meetings, and searching for information.
- Chat with RTX is a demo app from NVIDIA that allows you to customize a generative AI model to search through your chats, documents, and videos on your Windows RTX PC or workstation.
2.Productivity Tools for Ease and Speed
Productivity gadgets are devices that help you work more efficiently and effectively whether at home, at office, or on the go. Productivity gadgets at CES 2024 emphasized speed and ease, users to multitask, collaborate, and communicate with ease. Some of the highlights include:
- Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold laptop that can be folded into various configurations such as a tablet, book, or dual screen device. X1 Fold also includes a detachable keyboard and a stylus making it a versatile professional tool.
- The Samsung Galaxy S25 smartphone that can be converted into a laptop or desktop computer using a docking station and a monitor. S25 also has a 200-megapixel camera, 7000-mAh battery, and 6.9 inch display.
3. Laptops with Multiple Functions: Options and Flexibility
Multiple in 1 laptops can be used as a tablet, notebook, or desktop computer. Users have options and flexibility with multiple in one laptops because they can switch between different modes and use cases based on their needs and preferences.Laptops were more powerful, versatile, and innovative than ever before. The following are some highlights:
- HP Spectre x360 16 laptop can rotate 360 degrees and transform into tablet, tent, or stand. The Spectre x360 16 also has a 16-inch OLED display, an Intel Core processor from the 12th generation, and a 17 hour battery life.
- The Asus ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED has two 4K OLED displays , one main screen and other keyboard deck. A 10th generation Intel Core i9 processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics card, and a stylus are also included in the ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED.
4. Immersion and Interaction in Virtual and Mixed Reality
Virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR) technological innovations simulate or enhance the real world to create immersive and interactive experiences. These technologies have applications in a variety of fields, including entertainment, education, training, communication, others. The current generation of VR and MR products distinguishes itself through unprecedented advancement, realism, and affordability. Notable features include:
- The Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Platform, a chipset that will power the next generation of virtual reality and augmented reality headsets. The Snapdragon XR2 Platform has an 8K resolution, a refresh rate of 120 Hz, 3D audio, eye tracking, hand tracking, and voice control.
- BMW iDrive 8 is a car infotainment system that projects information and controls onto the windshield and dashboard using MR. To create a seamless and intuitive driving experience, the iDrive 8 also employs gesture recognition, voice control, and haptic feedback.
5. OLED TVs that are Brighter than ever
At CES 2024, OLED TVs also demonstrated game-changing new achievements, such as much-needed brightness boosts. Despite using the same core panel as last year’s model, LG’s new C4 OLED TV impressed with improved brightness. This luminosity boost is the result of enhanced image processing and a redesigned micro lens array.
Samsung’s flagship S95C OLED uses a new ‘Glare Free’ display that impresses as the ideal choice for brightly lit rooms. With these advancements in processing and panel design, 2024 appears to be the best year ever for upgrading your OLED TV.
6. Auracast Bluetooth Sharing
The ground-breaking Auracast protocol impressed as an easy way to share audio from your devices with multiple listener earbuds or hearing aids. We tried it and discovered that Auracast will always change headphones beginning in 2024. Imagine easily beaming audio from airport gate announcements to your earbuds so you never miss a plane.
7. Biometrics for Identity and Security
Biometrics are methods for identifying and authenticating individuals to use physical or behavioral characteristics such as fingerprints, face, voice. It provide users with security, privacy, convenience by replacing passwords, keys, or cards. It can also be used for unlocking devices, access to services, making payments. Biometrics products were more secure, reliable and diverse than ever before at CES 2024.
8. Qi2 Chargers Have Gone Mainstream
The new Qi2 wireless charging standard supports faster minimum 15W phone charging, which is comparable to wired cable speeds. Now, CES 2024 has unveiled a slew of new Qi2 chargers to be purchased once Qi2 smartphones become available later in 2024. Satechi’s versatile folding 3-in-1 model for charging phones, earbuds, and watches in one convenient desktop dock is our top pick.
9.Superior Headphones And Faster Charging
In 2024, wireless charging technology will finally catch up to wired charging speeds, while headphones will make a giant neural leap to literally read your mind.
10. Smart Rings are on the rise ces 2024
Several new smart ring contenders, such as the fitness-focused Amazfit Helio Ring, indicate that 2024 will be their breakthrough year into the mainstream. Crowded rings, such as Samsung’s long-rumored Galaxy Ring, are also on the way. Make way for smartwatches… Wearables are being dominated by intelligent jewelry
11.Invisible Home Technology
CES 2024 saw a welcome trend toward reducing visual clutter by concealing smart home devices. The XGIMI Aladdin is a flush-mounted LED light that conceals a ceiling projector and Bluetooth speaker. Behind an elegant mirror facade, Baracoda BMind conceals generative AI powers that benefit your mental health. LG/Samsung televisions now include Google/SmartThings controls, eliminating the need for a separate hub. For sleek futuristic homes, the less visible gadgets, the better.
12. Trust and Transparency in Blockchain
Blockchain system that stores and verifies data, such as transactions, contracts, records, using cryptography and distributed it ledger technology. It can provide users with trust, transparency, efficiency by eliminating intermediaries, preventing fraud and lowering costs. It can also be used in variety of industries, including finance, healthcare. Blockchain products were more trustworthy, transparent, diverse than ever before at CES 2024.
13.Power and Potential of Quantum Computing
Quantum computing a field that employs quantum physics and quantum mechanics , perform computations that are beyond the capabilities of classical computers. Quantum computing can give users power, potential and innovation by solving complex problems, optimizing processes, discovering new possibilities. Quantum computing include many of applications, including cryptography, artificial intelligence, medicine. At CES 2024.
- The IBM Q System One is a 65-qubit quantum computer with a cryogenic cooling system and a glass enclosure. Researchers, scientists, businesses can use Q System One to explore and experiment with quantum computing.
- The Google Quantum AI Campus houses a 72-qubit processor, a quantum data center, and a quantum research laboratory. Google and its partners can use the Quantum AI Campus , develop and apply quantum computing to a different of domains, including machine learning, optimization, and chemistry.
- Amazon Braket is a quantum computing service that gives users access to a variety of quantum hardware and software. The Amazon River