CES 2023 Recap: Top Innovations and Breakthroughs From the First Day

Unveiling the Future on Day 2 of CES 2023: Top Innovations and Breakthroughs - Insights

Whether you’ve been busy with the kids or catching up with the daily news on your commute, if you want the highlights of Day 2 of CES , we have you covered.

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We’ve been on the ground for the second day of the largest tech conference in the US , bringing you the best of the announcements.

While hundreds of companies are stationed in Las Vegas announcing new and innovative products, we’ve rounded up the biggest announcements on Day 2 below.

Also: Day 3: Top CES announcements from HTC, Ring, Google and more

And, if you’re still waiting to hear from some major companies, keep checking back . More companies will be announcing more innovative products as the week progresses.

LG saves its biggest (and best) TV for last

While LG unveiled its new line of C, G, and Z OLED models , it also launched a surprise wireless plug-and-play 97-inch TV. It comes with Zero Connect and One Wall Design for a flush wall experience – no wires needed.

Read our first look at the M3 OLED TV here .

Asus debuts all-new laptops across the board

Asus

In addition to a new line of eco-friendly laptops for workers and students , Asus released information regarding its gaming Chromebook, the Vibe CX34. It also debuted a 3D OLED laptop that consumers can use sans 3D glasses.

Check the high-end specs of the Vibe CX34 Chromebook here .

The year of the smart toilet sensor

Withings

Post-pandemic life has seen a surge in interest in personal health tech, and this year, Withings and Vivoo each debuted smart toilet sensors. Both sensors offer a look into your health via a urine sample, but they attach to a toilet in different ways.

Learn more about the new smart toilet sensors here .

MSI drops new laptops for gamers and creatives

MSI

Fans of the MSI gaming laptop family , rejoice – new models of fan favorites like the Stealth, Pulse, Raider, and Vector laptops were announced this morning. You should be able to preorder these gaming powerhouses shortly.

Roku and Hisense offer new models and upgrades

Roku

While Hisense upgraded its U8 line’s picture with ULED X technology, Roku announced that it’s entering the smart TV game with a new line of Roku panels.

Read more about Roku making its own TVs .

Samsung adds new security software with Knox Matrix

Samsung

In an exclusive interview Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner, Samsung security leader Shin Baik sat down to discuss how this new technology will help keep your home safe for all the smart home products Samsung’s announced so far.

Check out the article version of the interview here , or watch the video interview with Shin Baik .

Also: What’s in the tech bag ZDNET’s EIC takes to CES?

HP focuses on sustainability and hybrid work with new laptops

While HP dropped new Dragonfly Pro chromebooks and laptops, it also debuted a series of other laptops, monitors, and webcams. Also announced was a focus on sustainability, with many products being constructed from post-consumer recycled materials.

Read about new HP laptops are coming to shoppers’ carts here .

Track your feathered friends with the Bird Buddy smart feeder

Bird Buddy

You’re used to indoor appliances with smart features, but now with the Bird Buddy hummingbird feeder, you’ll be able to track who’s coming to snack at your feeding stations. Don’t worry – while they’re not squirrel-proof, they’re designed to handle a visit from both feathered and furry friends.

Read more about the Bird Buddy smart feeders featured this year .

HyperX debuts new gaming mice

HyperX

Gamers can also pick up a new gaming mouse thanks to the announced Pulsefire Haste 2 gaming mouse (wired and wireless versions), shipping in March in stores and online. There’s also the HyperX Clutch Gladiate Xbox Controller, available in April, and a new line of 3D-printed accessories, starting with a Cozy Cat keycap .

Get the details on the Pulsefire Haste 2 and Clutch Gladiate Xbox controller .