Baby bots, pet fitness trackers, smart mirrors make debut in Las Vegas
CBC News Posted: Jan 05, 2017 1:43 PM ET Last Updated: Jan 05, 2017 1:43 PM ET
Companies are touting the latest and greatest tech innovation at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Among the innovations are smart cars that learn about their drivers, bots for children, and magic mirrors.
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Best new buddy?
A showgoer examines the Avatar iPal robot, marketed as a companion for children. Avatar says the robot can speak like a child of four to eight years of age.
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Mirror, mirror on the wall
The YouCam Makeup mirror allows users to see how they would appear with different styles of makeup, without ever actually picking up a powder brush or lipstick.
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Introducing the new surround sound
This UFO-shaped speaker hovers above its base when music is playing. Crazy Baby, says its Mars speaker offers 360-degree sound projection.
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Home helpers at the ready
LG says its robots will help consumers in their homes, controlling things like heating and air conditioning through voice command. The robot can also move about and express emotions.
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Smart toy helps special needs children
Leka is an interactive robot designed to help children with special needs improve cognitive and motor skills. The robot’s makers say the product will allow the children play games through sensory stimulation.
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Virtual reality takes centre stage
A participant dons a pair of virtual reality goggles during an Intel presentation and news conference. Intel’s demo allowed participants to see how it would feel to jump off a cliff or see a basketball game.
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Tracking fido’s fitness
A toy dog sports a Canhe-Fit pendant, which monitors a pet’s activity level.
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