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Highlights from CES 2025

Written by Kathy Anderson | Jan 20, 2025 9:21:44 PM

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Once a year, the world’s biggest brands as well as hopeful startups converge in Las Vegas to showcase every aspect of the tech sector. Billed as “the most powerful tech event in the world,” this year the internationally famous consumer electronics show—2025 CES—featured: 

  • 4,500+ exhibitors including 1,400 startups from 39 countries
  • 141,000+ attendees—40% were international from over 150 countries, regions, and territories

That’s an increase of 1,000 exhibitors and 11,000 attendees over CES 2024! The 2025 CES tech show took place at the Las Vegas Convention Center as well as the Venetian, Aria, Cosmopolitan, and Vdara hotels.

In addition to hosting exhibits, conference tracks, and keynote speakers, CES also bestowed 362 CES Innovation Awards® across 33 categories. Top-rated honorees were also designated as Best of Innovation for their particular category.

Petra is thrilled to announce that the inReach Messenger Plus by Garmin won Best of Innovation in the Mobile Devices, Accessories & Apps category!

And two other Petra brand partners earned Honoree status: 

Garmin's inReach Messenger Plus and Lexar's SL500 are already available for purchase at petra.com.

Petra brand partners who were at the show included:

Petra at 2025 CES

Petra sent a team of 5 executives to the show, including Gerald Cruz, Petra’s Director of Business Development. He also served as a CES Innovation Awards judge!

Here is his summation of the CES tech event:

"CES 2025 was an incredible success for Petra’s team, and I couldn’t be prouder of the enthusiasm, collaboration, and results we achieved as a team. We had fantastic meetings with key partners like Garmin, JVC, Mobile Pixels, and XGIMI, reinforcing our valued relationships and driving forward exciting new opportunities for 2025.

“Additionally, we are thrilled to have forged promising new partnerships with innovative brands such as AOSU, YABER, BIRDFY, COMPAQ, AIPER, and RINGCONN. These new collaborations catapult us to delivering even more innovative products and solutions to our customers.

“Petra’s commitment to cultivating strong partnerships and embracing emerging technologies has never been stronger, and CES 2025 was a shining example of our team’s dedication and strategic vision in action."

Highlights of Buzzworthy CES 2025 Products & Concepts

The compilation we’ve created by category is selective at best. Some categories have been completely omitted for space. But we know you’ll be intrigued by what we have listed. There are web links, too, so you can dig further.

For convenience, categories are in alphabetical order.

Accessibility Tech

  • Mudra Link by Wearable Devices. The band uses patented SNC sensors to analyze neural signals created in the brain and sent through the wrist. These signals are converted into digital commands, enabling free and natural movement without any external limitations, turning your hand into a remote controller.
  • Neural Earbuds by Naqi. These earbuds form a human-machine interface. They detect brain waves, muscle impulses, and even subtle facial micro-gestures. They are converted to digital signals so the wearer can control keyboards, joysticks, mice, touchscreens, and more—all hands-free, screen-free, and camera-free.

Automotive/Transportation

  • AFEELA 1, Honda 0 and Honda 0 Saloon. Honda confirmed these 3 EVs are due for a 2026 release. The 0 Series EVs are still prototypes so some model changes will certainly be made before they are available for purchase.
  • Land Aircraft Carrier by Xpeng. The flying car (eVTOL) is finally here! It can be flown manually or hands-free with coordinates entered into its system. The car itself is housed in a futuristic-looking truck. This is no concept—the company has already received 3,000 intent orders, with deliveries planned for 2026.
  • RollAway. More than an EV camper van, RollAway is also a rental service that offers an on-demand concierge who can plan your trip, direct you along the way, provide tips about the best spots to visit, and keep your space equipped with five-star amenities. It has a single-charge range of more than 270 miles.

Automotive/Motorcycle Accessories

  • Car Audio Concept System by Denon & Dirac. Imagine a vehicle with 22 Denon speakers (some in the seats), 1,800 watts of amplification, and personalized audio playback for each individual passenger. 'Nuff said.
  • zūmo R1 Radar by Garmin. This is a high-performance rearview and blind-spot motorcycle radar system. It monitors vehicles around the motorcycle, promoting greater rider awareness. It also adds external lighting to help the bike be more visible to other vehicles. It pairs with a compatible smartphone or a zūmo XT2 navigation device so you can see a full-screen radar display. It can be ordered through petra.com.

Baby Care

  • Revol by Bosch. This is an AI-enabled bassinet packed with sensors for monitoring the environment. It also has a baby video monitor and can move vertically up and down. It works with an app that shows real time stats and health reports.
  • Rise by Elvie. Rise is a smart baby bouncer that transforms into a bassinet, without moving the baby. The bouncer works for babies up to 20 lbs. or 6 months old while the bassinet is meant for babies up to 22 lbs. or 5 months old.

Gaming

  • Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye by Stern Pinball. This is more than a physical pinball machine that uses a Dungeons & Dragons theme. It also works with an app, so you can save your progress and level up your character over time. The large dragon’s head can try to block shots while there’s even a cube that freezes a ball in place!
  • MCON Mobile Gaming Accessory by Ohsnap. This pocket-sized Bluetooth®-enabled game controller magnetically attaches to an iPhone or Android smartphone, so you can more easily play games on your phone. When you’re done, pull it off and tuck it away.
  • VR Explorer Chair by Roto. Currently supporting just Meta, this motorized swivel chair should soon work with standalone VR headsets like Apple Vision Pro or HTC Vive. The chair syncs your real-world VR headset movements to the chair using a head-mounted tracker.

Health & Beauty

  • Care Station by OnMed. According to OnMed, some 80% of US counties—that’s 83 million Americans—have no easy access to primary care. The Care Station is a self-contained hybrid of traditional and virtual care. There is a large screen for telehealth support plus actual devices in the station such as a weight platform, thermal scanner, and ceiling-tethered stethoscope and camera. It is already in use in several locations in the US.
  • Cell BioPrint by L’Oréal Groupe. Designed more for use in clinics, the BioPrint is a system of various machines that analyze skin and then makes suggestions on how to improve appearance. It can also tell if you will respond well to certain ingredients and even predict potential problems like dark spots or enlarged pores.

Home Safety

  • Detector partnership with Kidde and Ring. Select Kidde detectors work in conjunction with the Ring app to alert homeowners of problems. The app also provides up to 7 days of warning before a detector’s battery dies. A subscription monitoring service is also available.
  • Styla Security Door Handle by Lockly. This door handle is more than a lock. It also has a motion sensor, video camera, speaker, number pad, RFID reader, biometric fingerprint reader, and traditional key lock. It also acts as a Wi-Fi connected hub, acting as door chime and providing video storage.

Home Theater Accessories & Portable Speakers

  • HDMI 2.2 spec by HDMI Forum. This new specification supports bandwidths up to 96 Gbps, making it easier to send content that requires higher refresh rates and resolutions to compatible displays.
  • xboom by LG. Collaborating with will.i.am, LG has released 3 speakers—the Grab, the Bounce, and the Stage 301. All are tuned for vibrant and immersive sounds to bring the boom like never before. Earbuds will be released soon.

Kitchen

  • Charlie oven by Copper. This is a 120-volt, full-sized range with a ceramic glass induction cooktop, 4.5-cu. ft. oven, and an integrated battery. The battery amplifies power output, so a 240-volt connection is not required. The battery means Charlie can also cook 3 to 5 meals during a power outage. Till now, only gas cooktops would work during power outages.
  • ChefMaker 2 Air Fryer by Dreo. This air fryer uses AI to convert standard oven recipes taken from websites or cookbooks into actual programs the machine can use. It also comes with 100 pre-programmed recipes in its mobile app.

Musical Instruments/Recording

  • AirStudio One by HISONG. This is more than a wireless handheld microphone. It also houses an in-ear monitor, audio interface, and audio mixer. It works in conjunction with an app so you can enjoy the freedom of music creation anywhere, anytime.
  • C1 Smart Guitar by LiberLive. This is a stringless, smart guitar that is foldable and portable. Interactive chord sheets, instructions, built-in speakers, drum machine, and more—including advanced features—make this the ideal guitar for newbies as well as seasoned pros.

Online Creator Tools for Cellphones

  • Stage Creator Bundle & Stage PowerGrip Accessory by Belkin. The Bundle includes wireless mics, a tripod, and a magnetic smartphone mount. It integrates with the company’s Auto-Tracking Stand Pro (sold separately) to track people. The Stage PowerGrip combines the functionality of a high-capacity power bank with the practicality of an ergonomic phone grip. It includes USB-C outputs, retractable USB-C charging cable, and an LED screen that shows battery percentage.

Pet Tech

  • Pet Odor & Hair Air Purifier by Levoit. Here’s an air purifier designed to identify dog sweat, pee, and farts—and neutralize them. It auto-adjusts fan speed to quickly clear the air. A carbon filter helps neutralize odor while a motion detection system adjusts settings based on household activity.

Plant Care

  • LeafyPod. The ultimate smart planter, LeafyPod harnesses AI to make taking care of houseplants easy. It works with an app. Select the plant you have from the app’s list and fill up the planter’s water reservoir. AI learns how the soil and the plant react to the first several watering sessions and then creates an optimized watering schedule over time. The reservoir holds enough for about 4 weeks, while the planter holds a charge for about 6 months. Smart notifications let you know if the plant needs attention.

Portable Audio

  • HumanPods by Natura Umana. HumanPods are open-ear wireless earbuds that enable you to connect to AI with a single tap. They are a bridge to AI, fully compatible with other assistants like Google or Siri through voice control. You can also listen to music and take calls. And you can talk to AI People through its NatureOS. AI People are designed to emulate human behavior and conversation. They include those found within the HumanPod sphere as well as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude.
  • JM21 by FiiO. This is a pocket-sized, ultra-thin Hi-Res Audio player with a 4.7-in. display, 32 GB of internal storage, and up to 12.5 hours of battery life. It drives all kinds of headphones with ease. It can also be used as a DAC with Mac or Windows computers.
  • OpenFit 2 by Shokz. These open-ear earbuds have extra speakers on each bud—one focused on bass and one on the mids and highs—for optimum sound quality. The curved earhook is comfortable and stays in place during workouts plus keep the speakers in the right spot. They also use physical buttons as controls.

Robot Mowers

  • Autonomous Battery Electric Mower by John Deere. Deere came to the show with 2 sizes of self-driving tractors, self-driving dump trucks for quarries, and a lawn mower for commercial landscaping. The lawnmower uses a lot of the same tech as its bigger brothers. It uses 4 pairs of stereo cameras for 360° coverage. Two GPS antennas, using Deere’s own GPS technology, map and navigate terrain, define boundaries, detect obstacles, and operate autonomously. It can also work just using its built-in sensors. The mower can be charged using either 240-volt or 120-volt outlets. Fully charged, it can operate up to 10 hours in light conditions and up to 4 hours in heavier ones. Control is via app.
  • Lymow One by Lymow. The Lymow One features satellite navigation, tracked treads to handle large and complex yards, and dual mulching blades—the first ever in a robot mower—to mulch fallen branches, leaves, and other debris.

Robot Vacuums

  • Flow by Narwal. What makes the Flow unique is that it vacuums forward, then reverses to vacuum over the same area again. The backward motion helps lift carpet fibers and release debris that is embedded more deeply. When on carpet, it can also create a low-pressure space, increasing suction power to improve pickup.
  • Saros Z70 by Roborock. Featuring an arm that deploys from the top, the Saros Z70 is the first mass-produced robotic vacuum with a foldable, five-axis mechanical arm. The arm moves obstacles out of the way (like socks, slippers, and crumpled paper) so it can clean those areas previously blocked. It can identify and relocate household items to their designated spots too. It can also be used as a pet-checker and security patrol.
  • X50 Ultra by Dreame. This robovac has retractable mechanical legs so it can “ProLeap” over obstacles up to 1.65 in. high in a single maneuver or 2.36 in. high in two steps. This helps the vacuum navigate over door tracks, double-layer thresholds, etc. 360° scanning identifies up to 200 types of objects. SideReach lets the X50 Ultra tackle corners and tight spots.

Smart House

  • microhaus by Haus.me. Choose from the small 120-sq. ft. microhaus, a 400-sq. ft. mOne off-the-grid studio with kitchen and bathroom, and an 800-sq. ft. mTwo two-bedroom vacation home. All come 100% furnished and ready to go. The larger manufactured homes are self-sustainable. The microhaus requires water and sewage hookups and an electrical connection but does have batteries for blackouts. All three are autonomous smart houses and can be controlled remotely via app.

Social Robots

  • K20+ Pro by SwitchBot. Billed as the world’s first multitasking household robot, it can vacuum your floors, purify the air, patrol the home, and even deliver a sandwich. It is modular in construction, with different modules available to handle different tasks.
  • Mirokaï Robots by Enchanted Tools. Designed for use in clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, hotels, food courts, airports, malls, restaurants, and even events, these 4-ft. tall “post-robot era” helpers interact with people, carry items, and move equipment. Their appearance is a collaboration of animation experts and industrial designers. They can talk, recognize faces and voices, find and grasp objects, and navigate on flat surfaces while avoiding obstacles. The company has even created a backstory for the Mirokaï!
  • Mirumi clip-on fashion accessory by Yukai Engineering. This little ball of clinging fluff spontaneously turns its head to steal a glance at a nearby person. It moves its head in several different ways to express curiosity, bashfulness, and other baby-like qualities. The hope is that interaction with Mirumi will spread a little joy to others.
  • Nékojita FuFu personal little meal partner by Yukai Engineering. This kitty-like robot perches on the rims of coffee cups and bowls. It blows cool air down onto food or drink to cool them down. It generates its breath using an internal fan while randomizing its blowing strength and rhythm. It is ideal for those who are over-sensitive to hot beverages and food.
  • Sparky by Hengbot. It is the first robotic dog in the world with musculoskeletal limbs, bringing nimble movements once only seen in animated films. Its small size, combined with AI, allow it to run, jump, and perform tricks like a real dog would. It responds to commands and is voice- and camera-enabled. Sparky can be taught manually or with code. It provides API interfaces for the entire spectrum of robot functionalities from motion control to upper-level development.

Solar

  • Powerfoyle by Exeger. Powerfoyle silicone-free solar cells transform any kind of light (indoor or outdoor) into electrical power. They can be placed on many kinds of products (remotes, e-readers, headphones, backpacks, etc.) to provide direct charging to devices. The solar cells are very thin, flexible, and durable, making the technology adaptable to many different surfaces.

Televisions & Projectors

2025 CES had an incredible number of TVs on display. Many brands rolled out microLED TVs and miniLED TVs, impressing those on the floor with their increased brightness and vivid colors. There were a few TVs, however, that offered something a bit different.

  • PF600U by LG. Called a 4K lifestyle companion for everyday spaces, it looks like a floor lamp but is actually a multifunctional 3-in-1 device housing a projector, Bluetooth® speaker, and LED mood lamp.
  • Z95B Series OLED TV from Panasonic. Available in 55-in., 65-in. and 77-in. sizes, it showcases new standards in display and audio technology. Of particular interest is the redesigned and upgraded 360° sound system sound bar. Technics, the audio side of Panasonic, was brought to tune the audio upgrade. New line array, side, and up-firing speakers have been optimized. Enhanced spatial audio processing provides an even more immersive, theater-like audio experience.

Wearable Tech/Health & Fitness

  • ERA Smart Layer & Smart Sleep System by Recovery Welltech Solutions. The ERA smart mattress topper has built-in sensors and AI to help you get the best and most comfortable night’s sleep possible. Sensors monitor and analyze breathing and heart rate. AI suggests sleep and lifestyle improvements on the app. Connectivity to the Cloud allows the system to connect to your smart ring or fitness monitors. The topper even uses active spinal alignment to keep you comfortable, even if you move around.
  • Fitness Machine by Amp. This is a home gym powered by AI. It is a connected fitness device for full body workouts tailored to hit every muscle group. Adjust the weight with a turn of the dial or change resistance modes with a simple click. The app provides personalized coaching, smart tracking, and auto weight adjustments to maximize results.
  • Instinct 3 AMOLED Adventure Watch by Garmin. This is a series of rugged smartwatches with all the traditional notifications, but without the ability to receive calls or listen to music—there are no microphones or speakers. It provides 24/7 health and wellness monitoring, has a built-in flashlight, built-in sports apps, and of course, multi-band GPS technology. This watch is available now on petra.com. 
  • Rare Smart Ring by Ultrahuman. This is the world’s first luxury smart ring coated in precious metals—choose from gold or platinum. Each is meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans using expert metalworking techniques. They incorporate timeless elegance with advanced health technology incorporating PPG (detects blood volume changes in peripheral circulation) and 6-axis motion sensors. Individuals can monitor key health indicators such as sleep, movement, heart rate, heart rate variability, stress, and skin temperature.
  • Titanium Zero Concept E-bike by Urtopia. It is the world’s lightest e-bike, weighing only 23.8 lbs. The e-bike features a full 3D-printed titanium alloy frame and the smallest, lightest, and highest torque-density motor available globally. It also features an advanced, solid-state battery. The result is unmatched performance, endurance, and minimal weight.

Assorted Media Links

For an overview glimpse by several media groups covering the show, check out the links below.

And That's a Wrap

2025 will be an exciting year for tech. We at Petra are looking forward to working with new brand partners AOSU, YABER, BIRDFY, COMPAQ, AIPER, and RINGCONN as well as all our current brand partners.

So, stay tuned, as we roll out exciting new products for distribution to our retailer and etailer customers.

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