Tech Highlights from 2025: CES Shows Off Innovations We'll Use

CES 2025 brought us a sneak peek into the future of tech. From robots that can tackle household chores to smart gadgets that make life easier, we saw it all. Robots were a big deal. We're not just talking about fancy models that can do tricks. There were practical bots like the Roborock Saros Z70 robot vacuum, which can pick up socks, and the Lymow One, a robot mower that feeds your lawn. Although there were some creepy models, like Realbotix's $175K Aria robot designed for "companionship", many were helpful and affordable. Artificial Intelligence (AI) got a big boost too. Laptops from Intel and AMD came with faster processors and better AI capabilities. Nvidia's Cosmos AI and the latest GeForce RTX 50 series promise to bring more powerful generative AI to consumers. Home entertainment also got a makeover. Displace's hang-anywhere TVs grabbed attention for their unique suction cup design. Lenovo's new handheld console, based on SteamOS, was also a hit. Gaming hardware seemed to take a backseat, though, with rumors of a new Nintendo Switch on the horizon.Health and beauty tech were well-represented. Products like the Ozlo Sleepbuds and YoctoMat smart yoga mat aim to improve your well-being. Some gadgets, like the Kirin Electric Salt Spoon, are more niche, offering healthier salt intake by zapping your tongue. Home tech moved towards smart heating and cooling solutions. Samsung's DHS Mono R32 HT heat pump and Gradient's All-Weather 120V Window Heat Pump stood out. The BioLite provides battery backup for appliances, saving you on power bills. The future of cars looked exciting too. BMW's panoramic IDrive and Hyundai Mobis' holographic windshield displays show what's coming next. Aptera's solar EV and Pebble Flow's solar-chargeable RV concept offer sustainable travel options. Finally, innovative energy solutions, like Nanosys' UV LED MicroLED and the Flint Paper Battery, promise a greener future.