The CES 2024 tech show in Las Vegas has concluded, predicting a year dominated by transformative upgrades spanning catflaps, binoculars, and automobiles. While earlier editions often featured tech giants, this year saw a record-breaking 1,400 startups taking center stage, showcasing prototypes in the hope of attracting consumer and investor interest.Among the standout innovations, LG showcased the Signature OLED T, a 77-inch transparent TV, blending seamlessly into the environment until movie night when a black film can be raised. Samsung presented a prototype of transparent microLED panels and introduced the Music Frame, concealing a speaker behind a painting. In the realm of practical home solutions, GL.iNet Marble discreetly hides internet routers behind photo frames.

The upcoming year is poised to witness AI integration into various aspects of daily life. Flappie, a Swiss startup, revealed an AI-powered catflap capable of detecting and preventing your feline friend from bringing prey indoors. Binoculars like the Swarovski Optic AX Visio, priced at £3,820, leverage AI to identify over 9,000 bird species. Additionally, the Rabbit r1, a $199 device, introduces AI into the mundane task of phone management, promising a hands-free experience for various tasks.Beyond the home, CES 2024 unveiled significant developments in the automotive sector. Honda previewed its 0 Series of electric cars, Hyundai showcased the Mobion concept with sideways-driving capabilities, and Kia introduced the Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV), offering modular configurations for versatile usage.

Notably, AI found its way into cars, with VW integrating ChatGPT for voice-controlled interaction and Mercedes collaborating with will.i.am's company for AI DJ technology.The show also featured diverse gadgets, including the Clicks creator keyboard, Withings' health check system BeamO, and L'Oreal's smart hair dryer, the AirLight Pro. LG displayed its "AI agent" bipedal robot for home functions, while Samsung's Ballie robotic ball with a built-in projector and HL Mando's Parkie, an automated parking robot, added futuristic touches to CES 2024's lineup. As these innovations set the stage for the year ahead, the CES event highlighted the evolving landscape of technology.