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CES 2025: the Good, the Bad, the Ugly

Jan 10, 2025

The hosts dive into the latest at CES 2025, featuring the quirkiest gadgets like strange vacuum robots and innovative Nvidia graphics cards. They share laughs over tech troubles and nostalgic tales, while dissecting the complexities of wireless charging and smartphone case compatibility. The conversation expands to futuristic cars and imaginative tech concepts, like stretchable displays and playful bots. With trivia sprinkled throughout, the mood remains light as they explore the intersection of nostalgia, innovation, and the ever-evolving world of technology.

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CES 2025 showcased significant advancements in electric vehicles like the Afila from Sony and Honda, blending entertainment and technology.

Faraday Future revealed new prototypes while continuing to face challenges, highlighting their commitment to penetrate the competitive EV market.

Innovations in home electronics included a groundbreaking inductive switch for mechanical keyboards, enhancing wireless efficiency and user customization.

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CES 2025 Overview

The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) introduces a plethora of innovative technologies, particularly focusing on advancements in electric vehicles (EVs) and home electronics. Significant highlights include the launch of the Sony and Honda joint venture, which features the Afila car starting at $89,900, showcasing a blend of entertainment and autonomous driving features. Additionally, an array of smart home devices was unveiled, emphasizing the integration of artificial intelligence across various platforms. With a focus on practical applications, the expo showcases how emerging technologies can improve daily life.

Intro

4min

Tech Troubles and Vehicle Ventures

7min

Nostalgia Meets Technology

14min

Futuristic Tech Unpacked

8min

NVIDIA's Graphics Card Evolution

12min

Innovations in Robotics and Home Technology

9min

Innovative Tech: Microwaves, Music, and Plant Growth

2min

Innovative Gardening Tech and Branding Confusion

8min

Nostalgia and Innovation in Tech

8min

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CES 2025: Automotive Innovations and Tech Trends

10min

11.

Futuristic Keyboards and Bing Banter

3min

12.

Bing's Imitation and Search Engine Shenanigans

8min

We're back! After a nice break for the holiday Marques, Andrew, and David waste no time getting right back into the newest gadgets and announcements. With Ellis and Adam both out sick, Mariah is in control of the producer table so you know it's going to be a good one. First, everyone gives a quick update on what they did over the break before venting about Qi2 wireless charging in upcoming Android phones. Then it's all about CES where they talk about everything from weird vacuum robots to the new Nvidia announcements and even some new wonky screens from LG! After that, it's all about the cars of CES including Afeela, Faraday Future, and even Honda. Of course, we wrap everything up with some trivia. Enjoy!

Links:

MKBHD - OnePlus 13 Review

CNET - Nvidia CES in 12 Minutes

Verge - Nvidia Digits

Verge - Nvidia RTX 5090

9to5Google - Qi2 article

Linus Tech Tips - Nvidia RTX 5090 demo

Verge - Tracking Microsoft tricks

Tony Statovci - Bing Short

Tom’s Guide - Microsoft copies Google

Tom’s Guide - StanByME 2 Hands-On

Verge - Dell Kills XPS