Dope Tech of CES 2018! [Part 2]
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CES = Cars, Robots and Electronics Show? This the finale recap! Dope Tech Part 1: youtu.be Under-display fingerprint reader: youtu.be Rollable TV video: youtu.be Matias space gray keyboards: amzn.to Video Gear I use: kit.com Tech I'm using right now: amazon.com Intro Track: Under the Water by Alltta ~ twitter.com snapchat.com google.com @MKBHD @MKBHD
Dope Tech of CES 2018 Part 2 dives into a mix of show floor buzz, ambitious concepts, and practical gadgets that defined CES that year. Marques Brownlee highlights notable demonstrations and stalls, including Synaptics' under display fingerprint reader and LG’s rollable OLED TV, which can roll down to reveal weather displays or collapse into a compact form for easier placement. The video also surveys breathtaking display tech from Samsung and Sony, such as a 146 inch modular OLED setup and an 85 inch 8K HDR panel with extreme brightness, underscoring the scale and ambition of CES. Beyond screens, the tour touches on cars and concepts like Byton’s electric vehicle and other future-forward automotive ideas that leaned toward autonomous functions and sensor-heavy interiors, while cautioning that many concepts may not become immediate products. Mattias keyboards receive attention as a space gray wireless keyboard with attractive color options, echoing a desire for high-quality peripherals that break the Apple keyboard limitation. A separate spotlight is given to the Mark Roberts motion control bolt, a programmable robot arm designed for cinematic camera moves that could unlock new kinds of tech videos. The ongoing power outage at CES provides a backdrop for the event, reminding viewers that even in the glow of innovation, infrastructure quirks accompany the spectacle. Overall, the video blends hands-on impressions with forward-looking commentary on which technologies might actually ship in coming months and which remain aspirational concepts.
Topics · technology · consumer electronics · robotics · cars & vehicles
Questions answered
- What is the rollable OLED TV showcased at CES 2018, and what are its practical use cases?
- The rollable OLED TV is a display that can roll up into a box for a compact footprint when not in use, and partially unroll for an ultra-wide 21:9 video format or display weather and information. It highlights flexible display technology and the potential for space-saving home entertainment, with the possibility of bringing a large screen out when needed and hiding it away otherwise.
- Why was the ping pong robot at CES 2018 notable, and how does it operate?
- The ping pong robot is notable for using AI to play and adapt to the player's skill level. It serves and rallies with increasing intensity as the player improves, using a performance score to gauge difficulty. It demonstrates advanced robotics for real-time interaction and could inspire new kinds of camera work or interactive entertainment.