Unveiling the Quirkiest Tech Innovations at CES 2025
The CES 2025 has once again opened its doors, bringing forth a plethora of technological marvels from industry giants like Nvidia, Samsung, and Toyota. However, amidst the groundbreaking innovations, there are several products that are causing quite a stir for their sheer eccentricity. Let’s dive into some of the weirdest and most whimsical offerings from this year’s show.
Nékojita FuFu: A Robotic Cat Companion for Your Coffee
Yukai Engineering has introduced an adorable gadget, the Nékojita FuFu. This tiny robotic cat perches on your mug or bowl and gently blows air to cool down your hot beverages, mimicking human-like intervals. The idea came about when a team leader needed an easier way to cool freshly cooked baby food without getting breathless and dizzy.
Kirin Holdings’ Salt-Simulating Spoon
For those trying to cut down on sodium, Kirin Holdings has showcased an electronic spoon that promises to make food taste saltier without adding actual salt. By using a weak electric current to enhance sodium ion concentration in foods, this $127 spoon aims to boost the umami and salt flavor in low-sodium dishes.
Acer’s Massive Nitro Blaze 11
Handheld gaming consoles have reached new dimensions with Acer’s Nitro Blaze 11. This device sports a 10.95-inch display, matching the size of an iPad Air but weighs as much as two of them combined. Gamers might need to work on their wrist strength before tackling this behemoth!
“The ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable by Lenovo is transforming concepts into reality with its expanding OLED screen.”
{Source: Lenovo}
ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable: Expanding Your Workspace
Lenovo’s once-conceptual laptop with a rollable screen has materialized at CES 2025. The ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable features a 14-inch OLED display that can expand into a 16.7-inch panel at the touch of a button or through gesture controls, offering more screen space without additional monitors.
Spicerr: A Keurig for Spices
Meet Spicerr, a novel gadget that acts like a Keurig machine for spices. With individual capsules and AI assistance, Spicerr determines the amount needed based on your recipe, dispensing the perfect quantity while offering a “freeform” option for manual control.
Birdfy’s Smart Birdbath
Bird-watching enthusiasts will appreciate Birdfy’s latest innovation: a smart birdbath that uses AI to detect birds and capture photos. However, identifying bird species requires a monthly subscription fee.
The Meticulous Smart Espresso Machine
Coffee aficionados might be intrigued by Meticulous’ smart espresso machine, featuring a robotic lever and ten digital sensors for precise brewing adjustments. Pre-orders start at $1,350, with an additional $250 for its milk steamer.
Omi: An AI Wearable That Listens and Learns
Based Hardware has unveiled Omi, an AI wearable designed to assist with tasks like creating to-do lists and scheduling meetings. By using GPT-4o technology, it offers personalized interactions and can be worn as a necklace or attached to your temple for an immersive experience.
“Halliday’s smart glasses project information directly onto your retinas for real-time translations and notifications.”
{Source: Halliday}
Xpeng Aero HT’s Land Aircraft Carrier
Xpeng Aero HT has taken flight with its Land Aircraft Carrier—a modular flying car that’s part van, part eVTOL. Despite receiving type certification, this innovative vehicle still feels like science fiction to many.
Swippitt’s Rechargeable Battery Hub
Never run out of phone power again with Swippitt’s charging hub that swaps external battery packs for instant extra charge. It’s priced at $450 plus $120 for the compatible phone case.
LG’s AeroCat Tower: A Multifunctional Pet Accessory
The AeroCat Tower by LG serves as both a stylish cat tower and air purifier. It also monitors your cat’s weight and sleep while allowing you to adjust airflow noise levels when occupied by your feline friend.
“Even in tech showcases like CES, it’s sometimes hard to distinguish genuine innovations from elaborate pranks.”
{Source: Brian Heater}
