The Covid-19 pandemic permeated much of the discussions at the CES 2021 trade show, which was held online because of the still-raging health crisis. For that reason, “pandemic” is the buzzword for this year’s CES.
Companies showed off technology for preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus that causes the disease. Products included high-tech masks, touchless kiosks, room disinfecting robots, smart air filtration systems and body sensors for detecting Covid-19 symptoms.
Exhibitors addressed the work-from-home, distance learning and stay-at-home entertainment trends spurred by the pandemic. Panelists discussed the impact of Covid-19 on live sports events and music concerts.
Companies at CES 2021 also discussed digital health trends related to the pandemic. Quite a few exhibitors had home fitness equipment, which has increased in popularity as gyms have declined during the Covid-19 scare.
CES buzzwords through the years:
2010: Green
2011: Smart
2012: Ultra
2013: Super
2014: Curved
2015: Wearable
2016: HDR (high dynamic range)
2017: Voice
2018: AI (artificial intelligence)
2019: 5G
2020: Streaming
2021: Pandemic
Photo: LG Electronics is developing an autonomous robot that will use ultraviolet C (UV-C) light to disinfect high-touch, high-traffic areas. LG plans to offer the UV robot to hospitality, retail, corporate and education customers in the U.S. in early 2021. (LG Electronics)
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