As CES 2025 enters its third day, three major trends stand out: the pervasive integration of AI, the rise of health-related wearables, and the focus on smart glasses. AI dominated the exhibits, with "smart" devices being a common theme. This included smart TVs, vehicles, kitchen appliances, and even smart toilets, all utilizing AI in some form. Health-related wearables also had a strong presence, with new smart rings from companies like Ringconn, Ultrahuman, and Aura showcasing advanced health monitoring capabilities. Notably, devices like Dexcom's Stelo and Abbott's Lingo and Libre Rio offered over-the-counter solutions for glucose monitoring, crucial for those with pre-diabetes or those interested in understanding the impact of diet and exercise on blood sugar levels. Smart glasses emerged as a key focus as well, with companies like Xreal, which highlighted its new models offering massive virtual screens ideal for entertainment, and Even Realities demonstrating translation features directly on glass lenses.

A session on XR headsets and smart glasses featured insights from industry leaders, suggesting a promising future for these technologies, with a shift toward more practical applications in enterprise and personal wear. Notably, the new Android XR OS from Google, expected to spearhead the next wave of smart glasses development, was discussed. Despite the challenges posed by the vast scale of CES, including a daunting 135, 000 attendees and expansive exhibit space, the show's offerings indicate exciting advancements across XR, AI, and wearables, promising to redefine our digital experiences in 2025 and beyond. Disclosure: Several companies mentioned, such as Lenovo, Google, Qualcomm, Samsung, and Apple, subscribe to Creative Strategies research reports.