Covid-19 Products Dominate CES 2021

Many companies showed off their new innovations at the closely watched tech trade show CES 2021, which kicked off on Monday, with features tied to life during the pandemic, according to CNN report.

The robot, Samsung's Bot Handy, is the company's vision for "a better new normal," its well handy around the house; not only to pick up some unfinished chores but to remind you of upcoming meetings and to stretch your legs if you've been sitting for too long.

Also, Samsung's new robotic vacuum uses the same LiDAR sensor technology as self-driving cars to detect obstacles and react. According to the company, the 3D sensors on the JetBot 90 AI+ are sophisticated enough to know which objects it can bump up against, like a table leg, and which to give a wide berth to, like a houseplant or pet poop.

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Perhaps best of all, the vacuum empties its contents into an easily portable pouch that can be lifted out and tossed every few months. Also, there's MaskFone, a face covering marketed as having a built-in N95 filter, earbuds and microphone to make calls, and a wearable for the ears called Cove that claims its gentle vibrations regulate anxiety and stress.

For the kitchen, manufacturer Kohler showed off voice control features for its sinks and other fixtures, so homeowners can turn on faucets without ever touching them. UK startup Handsteco touted sinks with built-in artificial intelligence to guide people through hygiene techniques in hospitals, offices and public spaces.

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On other hand, Yale firm announced it's now shipping its smart delivery box to keep packages safe from porch pirates when they arrive. A delivery person places a package in the storage box, which automatically locks, and homeowners receive a notification.

Even products that weren't specifically pandemic-related may still tap into the way we live now. Flashy new TVs, a mainstay of CES events, seemed all the more fitting this year. LG, drummed up excitement over its new 55-inch transparent TV, the latest company to show screens you can see.