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CES Spotlight – Drones, Robots, And Smarter Tech Across The Board

Despite the massive demand for a ticket to the world’s largest tech industry trade show, many believe that the quality of the technology presented this year has surpassed that of previous years in its innovation. While bigger tech firms continue to unveil thinner televisions, sharper cameras, and smart refrigerators, smaller companies and startups have burst onto the scene with this year’s biggest new trend – putting sensors in just about everything.

According to an analyst for Parks Associates and 20-year CES attendee, “I think disruption across industries in tech has allowed smaller companies to play significant roles in the evolution of the industry.”

From the article "CES Spotlight – Drones, Robots, And Smarter Tech Across The Board" by SAM CATHERMAN.

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