The Episode We Talk About - CES 2024

Life N Cyber

Jan 24 2024 • 44 mins

Ever feel like you're drowning in a sea of gadgets and gizmos that promise to streamline your life but just add to the chaos? Grab your life vest and join us as we navigate the exciting, sometimes baffling waters of CES 2024. We're peeling back the curtain on the latest tech trends, from AI-enabled cars that have us leaning into the future, to AR glasses and foldable screens that may or may not fold into our daily routines. Honda's put a new spin on car design, but will it drive us wild, or is it just spinning its wheels? And as for those transparent monitors, we're debating whether they clear things up or just look pretty.

Who knew a rabbit could be at the forefront of AI innovation? We're not talking about the fluffy kind — the R1 rabbit has hopped into the spotlight with its Jarvis-like capabilities, and we can't wait to tell you if it's the leap forward we've all been waiting for. With tech that could give Tesla a run for its money and wearable health devices that are as discreet as they are smart, we're pondering the line between tech-tastic and just plain excessive. Is that sports bra clip a fitness revolution or just another gadget to lose in the laundry? Plus, we'll share our thoughts on whether multi-screen laptops are the answer to our mobile prayers or just a backache waiting to happen.

To wrap up, we're taking a stroll down innovation lane, where not every shiny new toy makes it from CES to your doorstep. Remember Dish Network's home security system? Exactly. While some tech may fall by the wayside, it's all part of the dance that pushes industries and imaginations forward. And for a touch of whimsy, we're diving into Mercedes-Benz's integration of Fortnite into their bumper — because who doesn't want to build forts on the go? Tune in for a rollicking discussion that's equal parts skepticism, wonder, and tech-laced humor.

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