CES 2025 is in full swing.. While the conference features presentations from tech powerhouses Nvidia, Samsungversus ToyotaThere were also some very strange product concepts and announcements on the show floor. We're bringing you the weirdest, weirdest things from CES 2025. We've rounded up the coolest and most eyebrow-raising products.
A robot cat that cools your coffee for you
It's a cute new gadget from Yukai Engineering. Nékojita FuFu, A tiny robot cat that can be attached to a glass or plate will blow air in human-like intervals to help cool your coffee or soup. The company says the product was born after a team leader wanted an easier way to cool freshly cooked baby food, which “often left him short of breath and dizzy.”
An electronic spoon that enhances the taste of your food
Add salt to your diet when a $127 tablespoon can mimic the taste of sodium for you. Japanese company Kirin Holdings was shown. Electronic spoon It makes your food more salty. The company says its spoon uses a weak electrical current to concentrate sodium ion molecules in your food, adding a stronger umami and salty flavor to low-sodium foods.
A handheld game console is really big.
Handheld consoles are great for gaming on the go, but Acer's latest product is pushing the limits of what's considered portable. Nitro Blaze 11 Big is undeniably big: with a 10.95-inch display; It's not just the size of the 11-inch iPad Air; It also weighs like two iPad Airs stacked on top of each other. You may need to improve your wrist strength before trying it.
A concept laptop with a “rollable” screen has become a reality.
A few years ago, Lenovo teased its idea for a laptop with a screen that could expand to a larger screen. It turned into a concept at this year's CES. ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable. The device's 14-inch OLED screen can detach itself and expand to a 16.7-inch panel with a button or gesture controls, effectively taking up a lot of screen space without other monitors and accessories.
You can watch our friends at Engadget get up close and personal with the Gen 6 Rollable below.
AI-based spice water purifier
Spicerr is the weirdest food tech gadget from this year's CES. The device makes it one of a kind. Keurig machine spices; Its AI can figure out how much you'll need based on the recipe you're using, and each capsule you turn while dispensing for you. If you want a little more than it suggests, There's also a “freeform” feature that gives you a little more control.
AI powered bird bath.
Bird's eye technology isn't new to CES. Longtime attendees may remember. Bird Buddy's Smart Bird Feeder or Swarovski's $4,799 AI powered birdwatching. The latest bird innovation comes out. From Birdfy – Smart Bird Bath. Bath Pro uses AI to detect when birds are in use and when to take photos — but if you want it to identify species, you charge a monthly subscription.
$1,350 espresso machine
How much is the caffeine kick? Thoroughly demonstrated. This smart espresso machine, The company claims to be the first to have a robotic lever. water temperature in the machine; pressure It has 10 digital sensors that monitor the flow rate and weight of the liquid in the cup, allowing you to make real-time adjustments just like a barista. The pre-order price for the device is $1,350, with an additional $250 if you want a milk vapor.
A gaming chair that warms (and cools) your butt
Razer showed off its concept for a gaming chair. It can heat and cool your seat. Like a fancy car seat. The system features a self-regulating heater that can reach up to 86 degrees Fahrenheit, as well as a “bladeless fan system” that will keep you comfortable while grinding Fortnite.
Next to the big Tim Meadows coffee mug
Although not releasing a product. I would be remiss not to mention one of the coolest key moments of the conference. To illustrate BMW's Panoramic iDrive; The company pretended to shrink the entire audience as if a keynote had taken place inside a BMW. Thank you for that. Now we have an amazing photo of this comedy legend. Tim Meadows is very small. Next to a big cup of coffee.
A $1,500 pair of iPads that will pay for you when you die
As our own Brian Heater writes, We're getting to the point at CES where it's hard to tease out the real product. Case of Death is made to be a bad bunch. A dead man's button for your digital life. It includes an 11-inch iPad case; smart ring Includes an app and an 11-inch iPad Pro — a brick in user death. According to the company, “death protection” includes features that can delete your browsing history; Rickroll your loved ones forever and send one last social media post to your followers.
The Last Enron Prank
Although not technically revealed at CES 2025. “Resurrected,” Enron made a statement. A fake indoor nuclear reactor Monday's shift away from the focus on tech industry announcements is a clear departure. The latest scam, the so-called “Enron Egg,” is very involved. CES-style keynote video Beat the egg's ability to power a home for 10 years continuously and revolutionize the “power”, “independence” and “freedom” industries. Of course!
Lovely for your wallet. A cool robot
Yukai Engineering has debuted its latest Mirumi. A cute robot in a wallet He moved his head like a curious child while observing the surroundings. Mirumi is curious when dealing with a child; Expressing itself through shyness and comfort, the company says Mirumi is designed to “recreate the joy people experience” when interacting with a child.