CES 2019 is well underway and there have been some incredible technology and gadget announcements in the fields of smart homes and devices, AI assisted living, and driverless cars. Everything from flying taxis, intelligent toilets, and solar powered watches to a rollable OLED TV and a liquid/fluid detecting sensor for diapers have been on display. Check out some of our picks for the most interesting technology announcements so far. 


Here's our list of the most interesting tech gear and gadgets from CES 2019 so far:

• LG Signature OLED TV R - a rollable OLED TV. 
• IBM Q System One - the world's first fully integrated, universal quantum system. 
• iTunes on Samsung Televisions- Samsung made a surprise announcement that Samsung TV owners will now be able to use Apple's iTunes service on their televisions.  
• Koler Numi 2.0 Intelligent Toliet - a connected toilet that brings Alexa, heated seats, speakers, and interactive lights to the bathroom.
• Royale Flexpai Folding Phone - the first foldable phone is being displayed by Royale. 
• Mercedes-Benz Vision Urbanetic Conecpt - an autonomous, modular concept vehicle from Mercedes. 
• Bell Nexus - a flying, hybrid electric air taxi. 
• Aftershokz Xtrainerz - bone conduction headphones with 4GB of storage that let swimmers listen to music underwater. $150
• Monit Smart Diaper Sensor - a sensor that attaches to the back of diapers and detects the presence of fluids or liquids. 
• Miracle Go Twelve - system that helps you grow indoor plants by sending you notifications about when water or other actions are required. $300  
• Harley-Davidson Livewire - the first electric motorcycle from the American company. ~$30,000
• Matrix PowerWatch 2 - a fitness watch that runs off of sunlight and body heat. The watch comes incredibly close to making a fitness device that never needs to be charged a reality. $200
• Y-Brush - a toothbrush that claims to let you brush your teeth in 10 seconds. $125

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CES 2019 kicks off this week in Las Vegas, bringing together 4,400 companies, 1,000 speakers and more than 182,000 attendees as companies use CES's global stage to introduce the next wave of innovative gadgets and disruptive technology. Here are some of the biggest tech trends we expect to see at this year's show: 8K TVs and foldable screens, artificial intelligence for home and health, 5G, and some a slew of new automotive technology.  

Display Tech:

• CES will see TV and device manufacturers demonstrate new advancements in display technology including 8k TVs and smartphones/devices with foldable screens. 

AI:

• As the smart device market continues to heat up, it is expected that Google Home and Alexa will be front and center at CES 2019 as their partners demonstrate even more unique and clever applications of their AI assistants. 

5G: 

• Many of the world's leading telecommunications companies are expected to discuss what consumers can expect to see in the short run from 5G.

Automotive Tech:

• Automakers and technology companies are expected to unveil numerous technology improvements to the consumer transportation experience. 

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