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CES 2016: the Year of Consumer Robotics and Drones

The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2016) is happening this week in Las, Vegas. It's the world's gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies. One of the exciting emerging product categories featured at this year's event is the Internet of Things (IoT). The key IoT segments that are likely to gain the most attention at CES 2016 is personal robotics and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) -- also known as drones. According to the latest worldwide market study by ABI Research, the consumer robotics market reached approximately 33 million unit shipments with total revenues of $3.5 billion during 2015. By 2025, both shipments and revenues are expected to increase dramatically. ABI Research has forecast that total shipments will increase to 165 million and total revenue could quadruple, reaching $17 billion. "In 2015, robotic toys accounted for more than half of the year's total shipments, but consumer UAVs is proving to ...

CES 2012 Preview - What to Expect at the Show

The international Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2012 will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada this week. Consumer and enterprise technology industry analysts will use this exhibition to determine where all the leading vendors are focusing their attention for the coming year. Ovum has shared some pre-show trend predictions as follows: Consumer Market Related Trends at CES 2012 Media Tablets: Expect more Google Android "Ice Cream Sandwich" devices, as well as Samsung's Windows 8 tablet. OEMs will pursue the high-margin enterprise tablet market -- as well as the consumer market --so expect to see Mobile Device Management capabilities and partnerships. Connected Home: The DECE will be promoting new OEM and retailer partnerships. Ultra high definition TVs will be demonstrated. Smart TV application platforms and new user interface models for EPG and metadata navigation are also likely, as well as media sharing over DLNA. Google TV and Android STB OEM/ODM deals will be ann...