As the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2013 gets ever closer, take a look back at CES 2012 highlights that include some of the most cutting-edge concepts and unveilings from the internationally renowned convention. The CES of 2012 was the event that kick started the electronics year by highlighting the finest innovations from start-ups as well as seasoned market moguls.
This collection of finds includes the most eye-catching unveilings that have added immensely to the electronics market over the past year. What you'll notice from the fine assortment of innovations on this list is that they range from items that are ready for release, whereas others still require a few tweaks. Nonetheless, each item was featured for the innovation it offered and will likely be back in 2013 with exciting results. The highly anticipated CES 2013 will be taking place on Tuesday, January 8th and running until Friday, January 11th.
44 CES 2012 Highlights
Gear Up for the 2013 Convention With a Look Back at CES 2012 Unveilings:
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Strikingly Sophisticated Smartphones
The Porsche & BlackBerry P'9981 Model at CES 2012 is Revamped
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3D Animal Art
Casio Unveils Secret 3D Pictures Printing Technique
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Practically Professional Cameras
The New Canon Powershot G1 X Has Arrived at CES 2012
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Transparent Touchpad Laptops
CES 2012: Intel's 'Nikiski' Notebook Will Keep You Constantly Update
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Classy Convertible Laptops
Lenovo's 'IdeaPad Yoga' Tablet is Unveiled at CES 2012
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Web-Surfing Windows
Samsung 'Smart Window' is Touchable and Transparent at CES 2012
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Mind-Blowing Melon Cases
The Sensic 'SmartGoggles' Debuted at CES 2012
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Diet-Friendly Fridges
The New Smart ThinQ Fridge Debuted at CES 2012
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Hybrid Computer Gamepads
Chameleon X-1 Assassin's Creed Mouse Has a Slick New Look
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Oversized Bluetooth Headsets
The 'Parrot Zik' Headphones are Sleek and Stylish
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Mind-Reading Armbands
BodyWave Technology at CES 2012 is Mind-Control Without a Headset
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Powerful Re-Charger Pods
The Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation Keeps Dying Phones Alive at CES 2012
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Beastly Battery-Powered Phones
The SpareOne Cellphone Shown at CES 2012 Lives 15 Years
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Impossibly Thin Tablets
The Toshiba Excite is Finally Debuted at CES 2012
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Interactive Sense-screen Tables
Microsoft Surface SUR40 Features an Improved User Interface
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Single-Click Panoramic Cams
Tamaggo 360-Imager Takes Full 360 Degree Pictures at CES 2012
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Upcycled Telephone Speakers
'Dreyfuss Special' by Uncle Oswald Is Our Hero Makes Use of Waste
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Low-Slung Eco Cars
The Fisker Karma Supercar at CES 2012 is Equipped with Large Solar Panels
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Funky Flying Cameras
The Parrot AR Drone 2.0 Can Turn Your Reality Digital
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Virtual Display Headsets
The 'Golden-i Headset' is Unveiled at CES 2012
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Speedy Lightweight Laptops
The Acer Aspire S5 Ultrabook is Announced at CES 2012
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Multi-Platform Transfer Rods
Wormhole Station Can Share Files Between Different Tech Devices
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Customizable 3D Design App
Sculpteo Allows Users to Create 3D Sculptures
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Subtly Hued eReaders
The Ectaco jetbook Color Features E Ink Display Perfect for Students
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People-Powered 3D Publishers
'Cube' by Cubify is Unveiled at Ces 2012 as Consumer-Based Printer
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Wireless WiFi TVs
CES 2012 Welcomes Aquos Freestyle ConceptTV
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Live 3D Sports Broadcasts
'ESPN 3D' Goes from Reruns to Real-Time at CES 2012
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Robot Window Cleaners
The Ecovac Winbot is Polishing up at CES 2012
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Advanced Invisible Waterproofing
The HzO Waterblocking Technology Debuts at CES 2012
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Palm-Sized Bass Blasters
'foxLO' Brings Low Tones to Portable Speakers
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Alpine Athlete Spy Goggles
Recon MOD Live Goggles Pair with Android at CES 2012
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Soaring Spy Toys
The Wi-Spi is Debuted at CES 2012 as the Spyware of the Future
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Transportable Touchscreen Stoves
Cook Anywhere with the Thermador Freedom Induction Cooktop
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Flattened Multi-Touch Displays
The Ultra Slim IdeaCentre A720 Gets a Back-Bending Design
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Sweeping Smartphone Displays
MMT's Monitor2Go is a Mobile Display and iPad 2 Case
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Graffiti Sound Systems
The Ecko Spray Speaker Lets You Tag with Sound
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Instantaneous Can Coolers
The LG Blast Chiller Cools a Can of Beer in Five Minutes
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Energy-Tracking Outlets
Tri Cascade Elka 700-10 Thermostat Monitors Energy Via Wi-Fi
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View-Controlling Technology
Technicolor's 'Personalized Content Rendering' Tracks Eye Movement
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Simplified Cinema Sets
The Unity Home Theater System Packs Major Sound into a Tiny Stand
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Smartphone-Charging Computer Monitors
The AOC e2343fi Monitor is a Hi-Tech iDevice Dock
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Power-Boosting Wireless Trays
The 'Mobee Magic Feet' Charge Devices Without Hassling Cables
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Holistic Health Scales
The FitBit Aria Scale is Debuted at CES 2012
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Airplay Hip Hop Boomboxes
Ludacris Unleashes the Soul Electronics ‘Party in a Box' at
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Multi-Position Dual-Display Laptops
The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i Has Two OLED Screens at CES 2024
Durable Portable Tablets
LG Launched a New Briefcase Version of its StanbyME Tablet
Malleable Wearable Smartphones
The Motorola Adaptive Display Concept Bends to Sit on the Wrist
Deluxe Dual-Screen Smartphones
The Google Pixel Fold Opens to Reveal a Tablet-Like Display
Previous Generation Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 4 Concept by Nathan Basset Looks to the Past
Tactile Modular Gaming Consoles
The LUMI DREAMSTATION-02 by Bukvity Lorisz is Shapeshifting
Futuristic Camping Trailers
LG's 'Bon Voyage' is Capable Of Towing Small & Large Vehicles Alike
Industrial Next-Gen Console Concepts
This PlayStation 6 Console Concept Has Cyberpunk Inspiration
Handheld K-Beauty Devices
APR Corp. is Bringing Advanced K-Beauty Tech to CES 2024
Rotating Button Panel Smartphones
The Conceptual 'PHONE ONE' by Wayne Lu Adapts to Usage Needs
Angled Dual-Display Smartwatches
This Apple Watch Concept by Tien Hung Optimizes Efficiency
Productivity-Focused Smart Glasses
The ASUS AirVision M1 Has Dual 1080p Micro OLED Displays
Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual Sony Smart Switch Ecosystem is All-in-One
Classic Special Timepiece Variations
Christopher Ward Unveils a Special C1 Bel Canto 9324
Streamlined Digital EV Concepts
The INFINITI Vision Qe Concept Has a Sleek, Futuristic Form
Eco All-in-One Laundry Appliances
The LG WashCombo Will Be Showcased at CES 2024
Connected Touchscreen TV Tables
The TCL Telly Table Has a Shifting 43-Inch Display
UHD Home Security Cameras
The Reolink Duo 3 PoE Will Show Off an Industry-First at CES 2024
Refined Mobile Gamer Smartphones
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Shows Off a Premium Design at CES 2024
Wireless Transparent Oled TVs
LG is Unveiling the LG Signature OLED T at CES 2024
High-End Rugged Smartphone Models
This iPhone Ultra Concept by Jimmy Huynh Has a High-End Design
AI Fashion Weeks
AIFW Explores Digitally-Powered Collections & the Future of Fashion
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
AI-Enabled Smart Glasses Demonstrations
Vuzix® Will Lead Interactive Demonstrations at CES 2024
AI-Powered Gaming Laptops
The 2024 Razer Blade 14 Showcases Gaming Excellence at CES 2024
Illuminated eSports Earbuds
The Conceptual Cyberpunk Earbuds by Tim Chen are Gaming-Ready
Immersive Gaming TVs
This TV Offers Heightened Visuals, Enhanced Audio & Rapid Connectivity
Dual-Screen Laptops
ASUS Unveiled the ZenBook Duo at CES 2024
Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Line-Ups
Honda Debuts Two Concepts Models in the Honda 0 Series
Revamped Premium Quality Projectors
Samsung's New Freestyle Projector is Available for Pre-Order
Cutting-Edge Bathroom Designs
Kohler Debuts a Range of New Products at CES 2024 in Las Vegas
Bedazzled Crystalline Mobile Devices
These Samsung x Highsnobiety Products are Swarovski-Studded
Infrared Light Hair Dryers
L'Oréal Groupe Unveiled AirLight Pro at CES 2024
Fully Transparent OLED Screens
Veeo Announced Three New OLED Displays at CES 2024
Ultra-Fast OLED Monitors
LG Teased its Two Upcoming UltraGear OLED Monitors Ahead of CES
Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven EV is Visually Striking
Futuristic Corporate Fashion Shows
Hugo Boss FW 23 Featured Sophia the Robot
All-Electric SUV Concepts
The Toyota LAND CRUISER Se Concept is at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show
Computer-Vision Self-Service Kiosks
Toshiba's Vision Kiosk Identifies Items Without Barcodes
Compactly Portable Projectors
The 'ZenBeam L2' is Designed For Hassle-Free Domestic Enjoyment
Upgraded Gamer Peripheral Lights
The Govee AI Sync Box Kit 2 Supports 8K Gaming at CES 2024
Technological Kitchen Hubs
LG's LG COit is Made for Those to Create Content in the Kitchen
Modern Women-Exploring Luxe Fashion
The Fendi SS24 Series was Unveiled on the Runways
Branded Design Exhibitions
The MUJI IS Exhibit is Running in New York Between May 18th & June 4th
Next-Generation TV Models
The LG Display OLED Shelf Concept is Flexible and Adjustable
Ukranian Fashion Collections
Freedom Fashion Ukraine Showcases Designers at the Coterie Trade Show
Dual-Display Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual iPhone Vision by Antonio De Rosa is Robust
Tech-Centric Automotive Retailers
Mercedes-Benz Kelowna Unveils a Futuristic Showroom Concept
Transparent Television Screens
Samsung Revealed a Transparent Microled Display at CES 2024
E-Ink Digital Wall Displays
Chester Chen Designs the Fusion to Maximize Productivity
Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars
The 'EV Sport 01' Offers Powerful Performance In a Sleek Package
Racer-Inspired City Car Concepts
The Nissan Concept 20-23 is Imagined as the Perfect City Car
Roving Projector-Paired Robots
The 2024 Samsung Ballie Keeps an Eye on the Home at CES 2024
Slim High-Lumen Projectors
Dangbei Introduces Its First Google TV Laser Projector, the 'Atom'
Smart Home Lighting Systems
GE Lighting's Latest Fixtures are Full-Color Undercabinet Lights
Tech-Driven In-Store Events
Dyson Launches an Interactive Event at Harrods Department Store
Automated Smart Dishwashers
Hisense Announced its New DIshwasher is Nominated for a CES 2024 Award
Briefcase-Bound Smart Displays
The 'StanbyME Go' Offers Versatile Viewing On the Go
Smart-Enabled Electric Grills
The Current Model G Dual-Zone Electric Grill Leaves Gas in the Past
Malleable Furniture-Like TVs
This TCL Flexible OLED Display Offers a Smooth Visual Experience
Metaverse Beauty Events
Metaverse Beauty Week is the First Annual Beauty Festival in the Metaverse
AI-Focused Conferences
NVIDIA is Showcasing Future-Facing Generative AI Tech at GTC 2023
Curvaceous eSports PC Peripherals
The Latest Acer Predator Monitors Will Be at CES 2024
British Culture-Honoring Luxe Fashion
The Burberry Summer 2024 Range is Unveiled During LFW
Retrofuturistic Tube Amplifier Jukeboxes
LG Introduces the DukeBox with a Clear OLED Display
Ocular Support Smartphones
The TCL 40 NXTPAPER is a CES 2024 Innovation Optimized for Human Eyes
Four-Wheel Integrated Televisions
S2VICTOR Creates the Trolley Display 4K TV For Kustem
Night Vision Driving Systems
The Auto AI Night Vision System InfiRay NV2 is Debuting at CES 2024
Luxury Design Shows
The Living Luxe Design Show Will Take Place on April 19 Through April 21
Eco Tech Accessory Pop-Ups
The CASETiFY Style Lab Highlights the Work of Gen Z Fashion Students
Transparent TV-Speaker Hybrids
The LG DukeBox is Coming to CES 2024
Glitter-Accented Luxe Menswear
LOEWE Presents its New Collection of Menswear for the SS24 Season
High-Tech Clothing Care Solutions
LG Electronics Introduces Its Advanced LG Styler at CES
Power-Free Retail Displays
The Philips Tableaux 5150I Uses E Ink Spectra 6 Technology
Chic EV Motorbikes
Horwin's Senmenti 0 Electric Motorcycle Was Debuted at Ces 2024
Premium Short-Throw Projectors
The LG CineBeam HU915QE Projector Produces Sizeable Images
Ultra-Bright QLED TVs
Hisense Showcased the '98UX QLED' 98-Inch TV with an Impressive Display
Easily Customizable Laptops
Lenovo's New Laptop Features an E-Ink Display
Portable Photobooth Printers
The HP Sprocket Photobooth is Debuting at CES 2024
Adaptive Touchscreen Workspace Designs
The Take a Rest System be Vestel has Transformative Detail
Affordable Large-Screen Projectors
The Mogo 2 and Mogo 2 Pro Project High-Quality Images
Portable Waterproof TVs
Sylvox is Reinventing Outdoor Entertainment at CES 2024
Nature-Inspired Tech Booths
SUMSEI is Said to Unveil a Distinctive Booth at CES 2024
High-Power Compact PCs
These ASUS Ultra-Compact PCs Made Their Debut at CES 2024
Home Theater-Packed Suitcases
LG's StanbyME Go is a Portable Compact Home Theater
Summer-Themed Gaming Accessories
The Xbox Summer Accessories Collection for 2023 is Dazzling
Illuminated Charger Design Concepts
Jones & Partners Presents a Look at the New Current Concept
Retro-Futuristic Electric SUVs
KIA Reveals Its Retro-Futuristic Designed All-Electric EV9 SUV
Fall-Ready Sleek Wardrobe Staples
UNIQLO U Presents its New Collection for the FW23 Season
4K-Enhanced Laser Projectors
The Epson PowerLite L Series Projectors Come in Three Models
Immersive Furniture Company Exhibitions
IKEA Unveils the Future Together Exhibition at MDW
Luxe Spring-Centric Tailored Apparel
Paul Smith Presents His New Capsule for SS24
360-Degree Cooling Neckbands
TORRAS Unveiled the COOLiFY Cyber at CES 2024
Centralized Webcam Display Models
The Veeo T35 OLED Display Enables Eye-to-Eye Video Calls
Hubless Electric Motorcycles
Verge Motorcycles Brought Its Updated Verge TS Ultra to CES 2024
Spring-Ready Technical Danish Fashion
F/CE Presents its New Collection for the SS24 Season
Inflated Dynamic Design Exhibitions
Vienna Design Week Hosts the Series Exhibition this Year
WiFi-Less Voice-Activated Appliances
JEM Brands Debuted AIWA INTELLIGENCE at CES 2024
Smartphone Keyboard Accessories
Clicks is a Physical Keyboard for the iPhone Debuting at CES 2024
Refreshed Professional Laptop Collections
Dell is Showcasing it's 2024 XPS Laptops at CES
Productivity-Enhancing 3D Monitors
The Lenovo ThinkVision 27 3D Monitor Will Arrive Early in 2024
Branded Gaming Events
Ubisoft Announced 'Ubisoft Forward' for June 12th in Los Angeles
Second Hand Gaming Retailers
UK-Based Retailer CeX Launches a Dedicated Pre-Owned Selection
Ultra High-End Televisions
AUO Showcased an 8K-Resolution TV with a 120Hz Refresh Rate
Precision Gamer Monitor Ranges
These MSI QD-OLED Gaming Monitors Will Launch at CES 2024
Expansive Seasonal Confectionery Collections
The Nestlé Christmas 2023 Range Has New and Old Faves
Vibrant 100-Inch TVs
HiSense Unveiled the 'U76N' QLED TV with a High Refresh Rate Panel
Advanced Wheelchair Treadmills
Wheely-x Brings Inclusive Mobility and Gaming to CES 2024
Digital Audio-Visual Exhibitions
'Future Shock' by 180 Studios and FACT Magazine is Online
Precision Computer-Like Televisions
The 2024 LG OLED M4 Has Been Announced Ahead of CES 2024
Innovative Smart Cockpit Designs
AUO is Set to Debut the The Smart Cockpit 2024 at CES
Ultra-Large Automotive Displays
LG Display Unveiled the 57-inch Pillar-to-Pillar LCD at CES 2024
Foldable Smartphone Launches
OnePlus Confirms That It Will Be Releasing a New Foldable Device
Touchscreen Charging Case Earbuds
These New JBL Live Earbuds Come in Three Models at CES 2024
Semi-Outdoor Foldable Wheelchairs
Robooter Brought Mobility Innovations Like X40 to CES 2024
4K Cinematic Laser Televisions
Leica Breaches into New Realms with the Leica CIne 1 TV
Esports Championship Events
The European Games Esports Championships Announces its Game Titles
Collaboration Clothing-Branded Gaming Devices
The Razer EVISU Collection is Arriving Soon
Stylish Concept Electric Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class has a Sleek Visual
Simplistic Everyday Fashion Designs
C2H4 Unveils its New Case#R007 Genesis Collection
Dedicated Gaming Gear Shops
The Samsung Game Portal is Launching in 30 Countries
Game Controller Steering Wheels
Sony and Honda Unveil a Unique Touch to the Afeela Sedan
Luxe Outerwear Show Events
Moncler Genius Presents its Impressive Art of Genius Live Show
Influencer-Focused Compact Cameras
Sony Electronics Unveils Its New ZV-E1 for Video Creators
Classes-Free AI-Powered Tablets
The Pad 3D II by Nubia is Showcased at MWC This Year
Gaming-Ready OLED Televisions
Hisense Unveils the A85K Televisions with Advanced Gaming Features
Adaptable Wireless TVs
Displace is Bringing Two TV Innovations to CES 2024
Auto-Adjusting Smart Home Displays
The New Amazon Echo Show 8 Has a Proximity Sensor and More
Film-Type Vehicle Antennas
LG Electronics Launches an In-Vehicle Antenna for Easy Connectivity
Griddled Food Fairs
The 2023 Iowa State Fair's Introduces 64 New Foods
Optimized Dimming Televisions
The TCL QM891G Measures in at 115-Inches at CES 2024
Software-Defined Interior Experiences
Marelli's Showcase at CES 2024 Builds on Its Digital Cockpit
In-Person Gaming Conventions
QuakeCon is Returning to a Physical Venue in 2023 on August 10th
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
AI Gamer Laptop Ranges
These MSI Laptops Prioritize Performance at CES 2024
Sleek Futuristic Electric Vehicles
Nissan Unveils a Look at the Max-Out EV Concept Converitible
Contemporary Design Fair Expansions
The Fair COLLECTIBLE is Expanding to New York City
Advanced Three-Dimensional Monitors
Sony Electronics Unveils Its Latest ELF-SR2 Display
Celebratory Animation TV Models
Samsung The Frame-Disney100 Edition TV Comes in Three Sizes
QLED-Equipped Smart TVs
Motorola Launches the Envision X Smart TV Series in India