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Always with great technological innovations, CES is also the stage for somewhat strange products. Check out some of the most unusual products at the fair!

A CES 2024 is underway, and a series of intriguing announcements mark the technology fair. While the more unusual products showcased are interesting, our attention turns to some of the more quirky gadgets showcased during the conference. So we turned to several categories, exploring televisions, refrigerators, phones and other conventional devices to identify those that follow a unique approach. 2e3v3f

So, whether you want to buy a pillow that can reduce snoring during your sleep or a detector that doesn't allow mice to enter your home, there's a personalized device for you in this compilation of unusual products from Consumer Electronics Show.

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Compared to a muzzle, this Skyted mask is capable of capturing the sounds made by the voice. Photo: Haje Kamps / TechCrunch.

Goodbye, busybodies. The masks Mobility Privacy Mask e Hybrid Silent But" from Skyted were designed to “absorb vocal frequencies” in noisy environments like planes, trains and cars, thus providing more private communication, according to founder Stéphane Hersen. The company plans to implement these muzzle-like masks in offices, call centers and even gaming environments.

However, this mask was primarily created to silence your calls, ensuring that only you – and exclusively you – can hear what you're saying. Certainly, in cases that require privacy, the use of a mask may be appropriate.

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This WeHead robot aims to put a face on generative response AIs. Photo: Kimberley Gedeon.

O Wehead GPT, presented in CES 2024, represents a significant innovation in the universe of Artificial Intelligence, specially developed to captivate interaction technology enthusiasts. This robot offers a friendly and unique approach to interactions with AI-generated characters, promoting natural, in-person conversations.

Despite the intentions of humanizing the experience with an AI-generated face, there are criticisms that highlight the lack of expressiveness, giving the device a more robotic aesthetic than a genuinely human one. However, Wehead GPT goes beyond the boundaries of conventional AI interactions, enabling engaging eye and non-verbal communication, providing an experience that seeks to be emotional and intuitive.

This device represents a gateway to new dimensions in interacting with Large Language Models (LLMs) and GPT, aiming to meet the most advanced demands of technology enthusiasts.

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This manga-style robot promises to be your best friend in good times and bad. Photo: Kimberley Gedeon/Mashable.

In the bustle CES, where robots are common, the Miroki, a vibrant orange robot with the charm of a manga-style fox. Enchanted Tools, responsible for Miroki's design, opted for this unique aesthetic to make it more -friendly and approachable. The purpose of Miroki is to provide companionship and social therapy.

Contrary to the expectation of pre-programmed facial expressions, it was discovered that the Miroki interact with the crowd in real time. Ilyesse Laghouane, mechanical designer at Enchanted Tools, revealed that the robot is capable of detecting faces and recognizing smiles, responding with a smile of its own. Therefore, the companion robot Miroki stands out not only for its captivating appearance, but also for its interactive capabilities and potential contribution to social well-being.

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Looking to bring new laptop accessories, Lenovo launches Magic Bay as a new WebCam perspective.

A Lenovo challenges itself by exploring new horizons in concept laptop design, the latest ThinkBook 13x Gen 14 expands the innovative concept of Magic Bay, which already allowed the connection of accessories via USB-C, such as a webcam and 4G hotspot. The bold approach raises the question about the limits of functionality in laptops, balancing practical innovation with excess.

A série Lenovo Magic Bay provides unique functionality, allowing the incorporation of various accessories to laptops. Among them, the Magic Bay LTE, which offers Internet access through a 4G hotspot, the Magic Bay Robot, a robot that acts as a personal assistant and connects to the laptop, and the Magic Bay Light, a magnetic accessory compatible with devices Thinkbook, providing a versatile and personalized experience.

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Samsung presents robot to be man's newest best friend in his daily life.

A Samsung revealed in CES 2024 an enhanced version of Ballie, your home robot assistant with Artificial Intelligence. The new ballie features an integrated projection system for mirroring smartphones, video conferencing and other tasks. With front and rear cameras, the robot maps the environment, creating a safe area, and connects to smart devices, being compatible with systems Alexa and Google Home.

O ballie Automatically adjusts projection based on lighting and the 's facial angle, offering features such as feeding pets and controlling home devices. Samsung has not yet released a release date or price. Stay tuned to social media for updates.

Find out more about how Samsung's Ballie works.

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The AX Visio 10×32 binoculars from Swarovski are smart binoculars that combine SWAROVISION quality with digital intelligence.

Os AX Visio 10×32 binoculars from Swarovski represent the fusion between quality SWAROVISION and digital intelligence. Equipped with an identification function, these smart binoculars make it possible to quickly and easily identify birds and other animals at the touch of a button. Additionally, they feature a discovery sharing function.

Surprising in CES 2024, these innovative binoculars include a built-in camera, GPS connectivity for eBird, and the ability to identify birds, mammals, dragonflies, and butterflies. They stand out as the first smart binoculars designed to simplify the animal identification process.

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Have you ever imagined cooking something in a vertical oven using AI? This is Perfecta Gril's proposal

Proving to be another one of those products that surprises with its use of AI, the Perfecta Grill, developed by the startup Seergrills and presented in CES 2024, is an innovative oven that incorporates artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the meat cooking process.

Created by CEO Suraj Sudera, this appliance uses two vertical infrared burners, enabling 360° cooking of food. Additionally, it reaches temperatures of up to 900°C to offer the ability to cook more than 50 types of food in different modes, including Grill, Oven, Pizza and Rotisserie. Additionally, Chef mode gives s full control over the cooking process, providing a versatile and advanced meal preparation experience.

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The new Oclean Ultra X smart toothbrush brings AI to your mouth. Photo: Oclean.

The digital toothbrush with Wi-Fi, Oclean X Ultra, was revealed in CES 2024, standing out as a smart toothbrush with advanced features. Equipped with an algorithm-controlled motor, an interactive touchscreen display and artificial intelligence (AI) voice guidance, the Oclean X Ultra promises to improve brushing technique.

Its Maglev motor reaches an impressive 84.000 movements per minute, providing efficient cleaning, while the battery offers autonomy of up to 30 days. The smart brush monitor provides instant on unbrushed areas, and AI voice guidance adds a layer of interactivity and assistance while brushing.

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This pillow from DeRUCCI promises to put an end to your problems linked to snoring at bedtime. Photo: DeRUCCI.

O anti-snoring pillow from DeRUCCI is an anatomical product designed to improve breathing and reduce the incidence of obstructive sleep apnea, a condition in which narrow airways make it difficult for air to flow through the throat. The pillow's success reveals how CES is exploring innovations in assisted care, including a smart pillow like the Derucci Anti-Snore Smart Pillow, which claims to reduce snoring by 89%.

Together with the pillow, the DeRUCCI also presented at CES 2024, the T11 Pro, the first smart mattress capable of instantly adapting to the 's health to optimize sleep, warning of possible health problems. Winner of BIG Innovation Award, has 23 AI sensors that automatically monitor position, body temperature, heart rate and health. Additionally, it offers advanced sleep monitoring and connectivity with other IoT devices, controlling thermostat, air conditioning, aromatherapy, air purifier, sleep-enhancing lighting, meditation products, sleep aids and more.

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Flappie promises to keep rodents and other pests out of your home. Photo: Flappie.

A Flappie is a smart cat door that incorporates artificial intelligence to prevent felines from bringing prey into the home. This innovative device, revealed in CES 2024, has electronic recognition to allow entry only to animals identified by chip.

Certainly, this smart device appears to have the potential to detect not only prey brought in by cats, but also other unwanted visitors such as skunks, raccoons, or even intruding neighborhood cats. In addition to protecting against the entry of prey, the Flappie It can help preserve your cat's territory and tranquility, preventing invasions and territorial disputes.

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Rabbit R1 is a virtual assistant different from those available on smartphones. Photo: Rabbit.

O Rabbit R1, presented in CES 2024, is a pocket-sized artificial intelligence (AI) device with technology similar to Alexa and Siri. This device has the ability to launch applications and perform tasks without depending on the use of your cell phone. Functioning as a generative AI, Rabbit R1 automates actions and has a touchscreen that makes it easier to perform smartphone application tasks.

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The new Philips 5000 Series Smart deadbolt lock promises to reinvent your entry recognition system. Photo: Philips.

A Philips 5000 Series Wi-Fi Palm Recognition Smart Deadbolt was presented at CES 2024, introducing an innovation that allows s to unlock the lock through palm recognition. This smart lock will be available for purchase in the first half of 2024, with a retail price of $359,99. Despite this, a specific release date has not yet been announced.

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Sources: Wired, Pocket-lint e CNET.

reviewed by Glaucon Vital in 12 / 1 / 24.

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