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If you are looking for special events coverage of the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Anime Weekend Atlanta (AWA) or any other major convention around the country, look no further. The staff of PLuGHiTz Live travel all over the country to bring you news, reviews and previews. Special shows air throughout the week of the events and can be found in this feed as well as exclusive interviews and sneak peeks right from the show floors. PLuGHiTz Live is a proud member of the Tech Podcast Network and is part of the PLuGHiTz Live! Family of content. For more information, inquiries or if you'd like to have PLuGHiTz Live appear, cover or produce content at your event, please visit http://www.plughitzlive.com or reach out to contact@plughitz.com.

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  • Neakasa S1 Pro: Improving home pet grooming and cleaning @ CES 2024

    21/02/2024 Duración: 07min

    The Neakasa S1 Pro grooming system, a popular product in the pet care industry, offers pet owners the ability to achieve professional-level grooming results at home. This premium home grooming system was developed by Minming Gu, co-founder of Neakasa.Premium home grooming systemNeakasa, a name derived from the words "neat" and "casa" (home in Spanish), is designed to make home cleaning more efficient, particularly in dealing with pet hair. The system aims to help families maintain clean and tidy homes, a common challenge for many pet owners.The Neakasa grooming system represents the fourth generation of pet grooming systems from the company. The first version launched approximately two and a half years ago, quickly gained popularity. It introduced a new category in the pet grooming industry and became a top seller on Amazon within six months.The latest iteration, known as the Nikasa S1 Pro or "Donut," is the most premium and professional home grooming system currently available. It includes eight different ac

  • CarePredict: Empowering families with elder care solutions @ CES 2024

    21/02/2024 Duración: 08min

    CarePredict, an eldercare device designed to detect health issues in seniors, is making waves in the healthcare industry. The device was created to meet the needs of families living away from their elderly loved ones. The founder, inspired by personal experiences with elderly parents and frequent emergency room visits, envisioned a device that could help detect health problems before they become severe.Eldercare device detects health issuesCarePredict is a wrist-worn wearable device that captures motion data. It can track various patterns such as bathroom usage, sleep patterns, eating patterns, overall activity levels, and walking patterns. The device establishes an individual's normal patterns and uses artificial intelligence to detect significant deviations. For example, if a senior typically goes to the bathroom five times a day but suddenly starts going ten times a day, it could be an indicator of a urinary tract infection.The device's ability to predict health issues is particularly important, especially

  • AGIGA is tackling electronic component shortages and excess @ CES 2024

    12/02/2024 Duración: 08min

    AGIGA is a unique marketplace designed to address the issue of excess electronic inventories. The platform serves as a conduit between industrial electronic companies, enabling them to sell their surplus inventories and purchase necessary electronic components.AGIGA is a marketplace for excess electronic inventoriesThe concept of AGIGA was conceived from the founder's extensive experience of 25 to 30 years in the electronic industry. He identified the significant challenges faced by electronic companies, particularly the substantial size of their excess inventories. These surplus inventories often lead to a revenue loss of 1%, which directly translates to a 1% decrease in profit.The operation of the AGIGA platform is straightforward. Companies with surplus electronic components send their inventory files to the marketplace. The platform then handles the pricing, considering the fluctuating value of electronic components. The proposed pricing is shared with the companies, and upon agreement, the inventory is l

  • Blacklyte: From home decor to smart gaming accessories @ CES 2024

    12/02/2024 Duración: 08min

    Blacklyte, a brand that initially started as a home decor company, has broadened its product line to include gaming peripherals such as gaming desks, gaming chairs, and lighting. The company stands out from traditional furniture companies by developing its own software and algorithms to interpret in-game data, synchronize it, and convert it into light signals displayed on the desk.Smart gaming desk with customizable lightingThe Blacklyte Atlas Desk is versatile, catering to various uses including gaming competitions, education, streaming, music, and other forms of entertainment. The company's experience in the home decor industry inspired the creation of this product. To cater to their specific needs, Blacklyte designed their table from scratch. After a year and a half of testing, they developed a patented layered sandwich design that maximizes strength, lightweight, and magnetic capabilities. The table is magnetizable, allowing for easy attachment of accessories, extendables, cable management, and corner lig

  • Budizzz: A new approach to children's bedtime routines @ CES 2024

    12/02/2024 Duración: 07min

    Budizzz, a company specializing in sleep technology, has developed a distraction-free device designed to improve sleep quality and promote mental wellness. The device provides a routine free from distractions and harmful blue lights, offering a healthier alternative to using tablets or smartphones before bed.Distraction-free device for better sleepThe Budizzz device works by synchronizing with a crowdsourced library of content. Users can customize their preferred content, such as breathing techniques, bedtime stories, and calming sounds, to create a routine that promotes relaxation and better sleep. The device is designed for both adults and children.The device emphasizes the importance of mental health and the need for mindfulness practices, such as breathing techniques, to improve focus and reduce distractions. It also highlights the importance of quality sleep for both children and adults.The technology behind the device is app-driven, but the creators wanted to disconnect the device from the app. Users ca

  • Snyper: Empowering communities through social shopping @ CES 2024

    11/02/2024 Duración: 09min

    A groundbreaking social shopping application is transforming the landscape of affiliate marketing by establishing an equitable and inclusive platform for individuals to monetize product endorsements. The creators of this application, known as Snyper, identified the prevailing influence of major influencers in the existing market and sought to extend opportunities to all, encompassing friends, family, and community members, to engage in affiliate marketing.Social shopping app revolutionizes affiliate marketingThe application showcases a feed where users can peruse and observe products that their connections have purchased. This engenders a sense of trust and familiarity, as users can depend on the endorsements of individuals they know and trust. For instance, a user is more likely to trust a five-star review from a well-known acquaintance who frequently travels and stays at resorts, and consider booking the same resort.In addition to this, the application furnishes supplementary information about the product,

  • How Zoog brings families together through storytelling @ CES 2024

    11/02/2024 Duración: 07min

    Zoog is a platform that aims to connect generations through technology. The idea for Zoog was born during the COVID-19 pandemic when the founders realized the difficulty grandparents and parents faced in communicating with their children and grandchildren over video. They wanted to create a way for them to engage with kids in a similar way to offline activities such as reading books, singing songs, and making them laugh, but in an immersive and fun way that could be done remotely.Zoog is an innovative platform that leverages technology to bridge the gap between generations. By providing a simple and immersive way for grandparents to connect with their grandchildren through storytelling and interactive videos, Zoog enhances the bond between generations and creates lasting memories. It is a testament to the power of technology in bringing people together, even when physical distance separates them.Zoog - Connecting generations through technologyThe concept behind Zoog is simple. Users can choose children's cont

  • Jedsy's medical delivery solution: Saving lives with drones @ CES 2024

    11/02/2024 Duración: 10min

    In recent years, drone technology has emerged as a game-changer across various industries, and the healthcare sector is no exception. Among the pioneers in this field are Mirko Cesena and his team at Jedsy, who have developed an ingenious drone platform with life-saving capabilities.Jedsy's innovative solutionUnlike traditional drones that touch down on the ground, Jedsy's creation takes a different approach. Their drone is equipped with a remarkable feature known as "Mailbox 2.0." This innovative mailbox can be seamlessly attached to a window or balcony, allowing medical professionals to load essential packages onto the drone without physical contact. Once the package is secured, the window is closed, and the drone initiates its mission.Jedsy's drone boasts impressive capabilities. It can cover distances of up to 100 kilometers (approximately 60 miles), making it ideal for reaching remote locations. With a payload capacity of 2.4 kilograms (5 pounds), it can transport critical supplies such as medicine, bloo

  • Veeo: Bringing back eye-to-eye communication online @ CES 2024

    09/02/2024 Duración: 11min

    Veeo, a display product company, has introduced a transparent OLED display designed to enhance the experience of remote online meetings. The company's primary goal is to enable eye-to-eye contact during these meetings, replicating the trust-building experience of face-to-face interactions.Transparent OLED display for online meetingsThe product utilizes a camera positioned behind the transparent OLED display. This setup creates the effect of a clear glass, aligning all participants along the center axis and allowing them to view each other through the screen. The camera is strategically placed at eye level behind the display, ensuring participants do not have to look down. The height of the display can be adjusted, but the camera is located at the center point of the screen.The camera can achieve 1080p resolution, with 4K also possible but not necessary. Its specialty lies in its ability to see through the transparent display and eliminate distortion, reflection, and interference. The monitor has a pixel densi

  • Perovskia Solar's innovative tech: Harnessing indoor light @ CES 2024

    09/02/2024 Duración: 13min

    Perovskia Solar AG, under the leadership of CEO Anand Verma, has revolutionized the way electronic devices are powered by introducing indoor solar cells. These solar cells can be customized to any shape, size, and design, making them versatile and adaptable to a wide range of electronic devices.Indoor solar cells power devicesWhile solar cells have traditionally been designed to harness the power of sunlight outdoors, the majority of electronic devices are used indoors. This necessitated the development of solar cells capable of generating electricity from indoor light sources, a feat successfully achieved by Perovskia Solar.The company's solar cells can operate with any light source, including natural light, fluorescent light, and LED light. Despite sunlight being more potent than indoor light, these solar cells are designed to be highly sensitive and efficient in capturing and converting indoor light into electricity.One of the remarkable features of these solar cells is their flexibility. They can be integ

  • SECURAM: From laser switches to biometric door locks @ CES 2024

    09/02/2024 Duración: 11min

    SECURAM, a leading company in the security industry, recently announced the launch of its new suite of smart switch products. The Director of Marketing, Steve Davidson, shared insights about the unique features of these products.Smart security switch with beamThe suite includes three types of switches, each designed with a specific focus on security. One of the standout features is a laser sensor located on the front of the switch. This sensor, which is thin and measures no more than three millimeters, can detect motion up to 15 feet away in both dark and bright settings.The laser sensor is designed to trigger alarms or turn on lights when motion is detected. It is positioned at a height that is unlikely to be triggered by pets or children, ensuring that any motion detected is intentional.Added security for emergenciesOne of the key features of the smart security switch is its ability to make phone calls in case of emergencies. This means that users can set it up to automatically call emergency services if th

  • Trilogy Technologies' blood glucose and cholesterol device @ CES 2024

    07/02/2024 Duración: 07min

    Non-invasive blood glucose monitoring is a new technology designed to simplify and enhance the convenience of monitoring blood glucose levels for individuals with diabetes. Trilogy Technologies, a company specializing in non-invasive medical devices, has developed a device that not only detects blood glucose levels but also measures uric acid and total cholesterol levels. This device provides a painless and convenient method for individuals with diabetes to monitor their blood glucose levels, a significant improvement over traditional methods that require finger pricking.Non-invasive blood glucose monitoringThis device is considered a game changer in the market as it eliminates the need for traditional methods such as drawing blood and testing it in certified labs. Pre-clinical trials have been conducted on the device, and it has demonstrated an accuracy rate of 93.49% compared to the golden standard.The device is compact and user-friendly, requiring no needles or jabs, thus offering a painless experience. To

  • BrainChip's neuromorphic technology: The next wave of AI @ CES 2024

    07/02/2024 Duración: 08min

    A transformative shift in the way devices are perceived and interacted with is being brought about by AI neural network accelerators. BrainChip Inc. is a leading developer of such an accelerator, a technology that enables AI to be embedded into various devices, thereby facilitating intelligent functions.AI neural network accelerators: A technological revolutionBrainChip's neural network accelerator is compared to other AI technologies in the market, such as those developed by NVIDIA. The distinguishing factor for BrainChip is its architecture, which is based on neuromorphic principles, akin to the human brain. This implies that the accelerator is capable of multitasking and processing multiple events simultaneously, much like the human brain. Furthermore, the accelerator is noted for its minimal energy consumption, contributing to its high efficiency.The end product for consumers is a device that requires less frequent charging, thanks to its neuromorphic architecture. This technology enables devices to perfo

  • Chat3D.ai: Making 3D modeling accessible to everyone @ CES 2024

    07/02/2024 Duración: 08min

    Generative AI, also known as generative adversarial networks (GANs), is a revolutionary technology that has the ability to create 3D models from simple prompts or descriptions. This cutting-edge technology is being utilized by a company called Chat3D.ai, which aims to provide efficient and user-friendly solutions for various industries, including gaming, virtual reality, e-commerce, and engineering.Generative AI creates 3D modelsThe concept behind generative AI is to use artificial intelligence algorithms to generate new content based on existing data. In the case of Chat3D, the AI is trained to understand and interpret prompts or descriptions provided by users, and then it generates 3D models accordingly. This eliminates the need for complex and time-consuming manual 3D modeling processes, making it a game-changer for industries that heavily rely on 3D models.Traditionally, creating 3D models has been a time-consuming and complex process. Designers had to manually create every aspect of the model, which coul

  • safe-living: Elder care powered by AI motion detection @ CES 2024

    06/02/2024 Duración: 13min

    Aging in place is becoming more common, but it hasn't gotten much safer. One company that is tackling this challenge is safe-living, which utilizes radar-based technology to detect human motion and provide peace of mind to family caregivers of seniors. The device aims to allow seniors to stay in their homes for as long as possible by automatically calling for help in situations of helplessness.Smart home device for seniorsThe safe-living device is designed specifically for seniors who live alone or with minimal assistance. It consists of a custom radar system that can detect even the tiniest movements, up to a tenth of a millimeter. This radar system works by sending out signals and receiving the reflections, similar to how a bat uses echolocation. The device is capable of differentiating between human motion and motion caused by pets, ensuring accurate detection.The device operates by creating a mesh network with other devices in the home, allowing them to communicate and understand the movement patterns of

  • RevComm: The self-coaching tool for effective communication @ CES 2024

    06/02/2024 Duración: 05min

    For people who spend their lives in one-on-one communications, such as salespeople, analyzing those communications can be a real challenge. Taking notes during a call can make you sound distracted. Trying to remember how the call went will always return false results. Plus, some metrics are nearly impossible to analyze as a person with our limited perception. This is where RevComm comes in.AI software analyzes and visualizes conversationsRevComm is a revolutionary tool that is transforming the way businesses communicate and interact with their customers. This software utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze voice communication in various forms, including phone conversations, web meetings, and face-to-face interactions.The primary goal of this software is to provide self-coaching tools for sales representatives to increase their sales conversion rates. By analyzing and visualizing the conversation between sales reps and customers, the software can provide valuable insights and feedback on various aspects o

  • Sennheiser: Innovative sport earbuds with biometric sensors @ CES 2024

    06/02/2024 Duración: 07min

    The fitness industry has witnessed a technological revolution in recent years, with innovative tools emerging to enhance workout tracking and performance. A notable development in this domain is the advent of sports earbuds equipped with biometric sensors.Great audio and biometric tracking togetherSennheiser, in collaboration with fitness company Polar, has developed what they term the "world's best sport headphones" - the MOMENTUM Sport. These earbuds are uniquely designed with two biometric sensors - a heart rate sensor and a core body temperature sensor. The integration of these sensors enables fitness enthusiasts to track their workouts with greater accuracy and depth. By monitoring heart rate and core body temperature, users can gain valuable insights into their performance and exertion levels during exercise.The sensors are strategically placed inside the earbuds, leveraging the unique characteristics of the inner ear. The inner ear, being quiet, dark, and muscle-free, provides a stable and consistent e

  • Wacom's range of tablets for every artist, beginner to pro @ CES 2024

    03/02/2024 Duración: 08min

    Wacom, a leading provider of digital drawing tablets and styluses, always has something new and exciting to show off during CES. This year, the company showed off products for beginners and professionals. Sarajean Chung, a professional artist who works with the company, demonstrated the products through her artwork.Sarajean's artwork on WacomBefore diving into Wacom's offerings, Sarajean discusses her artwork displayed in the background. She confirms that the artwork is indeed hers and praises the software called Rebell, which she uses to create vibrant and realistic digital art. She also mentions the compatibility of Rebelle with Wacom tablet screens, which enhances the overall experience for artists.Scott shares his personal experience using a Surface tablet with a Wacom pen and expresses his enjoyment of the halfway point between digital and traditional art. Sarajean agrees and emphasizes the beauty of the blend between the two mediums. She explains that the company strives to create an authentic feeling f

  • WAVS Custom earphones: Custom-fit for transformative audio @ CES 2024

    03/02/2024 Duración: 05min

    Creating custom-fit earphones using 3D scanning technology has revolutionized the way we experience audio. At CES 2024, we spent some time with Ric Hoke, the energetic inventor of WAVS Custom, who has revolutionized the 3D scanning process for creating custom-fit earphones. The WAVS Custom app has immensely simplified the scanning process, completely eliminating the need for a visit to an audiologist for a fitting, and making it simple and convenient to get the best earphone fit.WAVS Custom app brings custom fitting 3D scanning tech right to your phoneThe WAVS Custom app is key to the snug customized fit of the company's earphones and in-ear monitors. Using the their patented mobile 3D scanning technology you can perform the scanning process anytime, anywhere, with your phone in under 90 seconds. The app collects biometric data that is turned into a 3D model, which is then used to create a set of custom-fit earphones tailored specifically to the shape of your ears.Unlike traditional 3D scanning methods that r

  • Introducing Minitailz: The small smart collar for dogs @ CES 2024

    03/02/2024 Duración: 05min

    Keeping track of your dog's health needs can be a challenge. They are incapable of telling you directly what is happening in their bodies - they can only give suggestions and hints. However, with technology, we can give our dogs a voice in their health situations. With the newest generation of Minitailz by Invoxia, dog owners get this and a lot more, like GPS tracking and activity tracking. This innovative device offers a range of features that are beneficial for both dog owners and their furry companions.Smart collar for dogs with GPS and health trackingOne of the most significant features of the Minitailz is its health-tracking capabilities. It can measure a dog's resting heart rate and respiratory rates, providing valuable information about their overall health. Additionally, the device can diagnose a common heart condition in dogs called atrial fibrillation (AFib).AFib is a type of arrhythmia that affects about 10% of dogs and becomes more common as dogs age. The Minitailz can detect AFib early, allowing

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