Show Notes
In this podcast Walt Zerbe, Sr. Director of Technology and Standards at CEDIA and host of the CEDIA podcast talks with Mitch Klein, VP of Business Strategy at CEDIA, Rich Green, owner of Rich Green Design, and Gordon Van Zuiden, Daisy branch partner in Silicon Valley and a Daisy ambassador where we talk about what we saw and experienced during the first day of the 2025 CES show. SPOILER ALERT: This show is VERY different than the last few years! Here are the mentions with timestamps arranged by topics: Tools and Products NVIDIA RTX Blackwell Series of Chips**: "00:06:36" NVIDIA Nemo**: "00:07:45" Intuition Robotics**: "00:13:35" Tom Bot**: "00:14:06" Uber**: "00:15:07" DoorDash**: "00:15:07" LG's AI Technology**: "00:15:51" Swan Cameras**: "00:21:05" BMW AI**: "00:22:27" Withings Smart Mirror**: "00:24:14" SmartThings by Samsung**: "00:26:09" Homey**: "00:27:25" Facial Recognition Technology**: "00:39:06" Palm Vein Technology**: "00:40:12" Liquid View Windows**: "00:38:14" Events and Presentations CES (Consumer Electronics Show)**: "00:00:07" Jensen Huang Keynote**: "00:05:15" CES (Consumer Electronics Show)**: "00:39:05" Concepts and Ideas AI and Autonomous Driving**: "00:10:52" Ambient Intelligence**: "00:18:15" TCR (Technology Crap Removal)**: "00:37:46" Augmented Reality**: "00:42:44" IoT (Internet of Things)**: "00:42:44" 5G**: "00:42:44" Edge Data Communications**: "00:42:44" AI (Artificial Intelligence)**: "00:42:44" General Insights Warranties**: "00:32:13"
Timestamps CES 2025 (00:00:07) Walt Zerbe introduces the podcast and the significance of the CES event. Mitch Klein's Introduction (00:00:52) Mitch Klein discusses his lifetime achievement award and his passion for the industry. Rich Green's Achievement (00:01:48) Rich Green shares his experience receiving a lifetime achievement award in London. Gordon Van Zuiden't Background (00:02:59) Gordon introduces himself and reflects on his journey in the industry since 2001. General Impressions of CES 2023 (00:04:20) Walt expresses excitement about the advancements in AI showcased at CES compared to previous years. Nvidia Keynote Overview (00:05:15) Rich shares insights from Jensen Huang's keynote, highlighting advancements in AI and graphics technology. Nemo Project Discussion (00:07:45) Rich discusses Nvidia's Nemo project, which develops AI agents for digital workforce integration. Humanoid Robots and AI (00:09:21) The speakers discuss the future of humanoid robots powered by advanced AI technology. Accelerated Growth of Robotics (00:10:52) Gordon explains how AI is accelerating the development of robotics beyond traditional timelines. Software Defined Reality (00:11:52) Rich mentions the concept of software-defined reality and its implications for technology. ChatGPT Moment for Robotics (00:12:43) The speakers predict an explosive growth phase for robotics, similar to the rise of ChatGPT. Real-Life Product Example (00:13:35) Mitch introduces Intuition Robotics, showcasing a product designed for aging in place. Tom Bot Companion (00:14:06) Walt discusses the Tom Bot, an animatronic dog designed to assist those with cognitive impairments. AI and Elderly Assistance (00:15:07) Discusses how AI can help the elderly with tasks like ordering food or viewing photos. LG's AI Integration (00:15:51) Highlights LG's presentation on seamless integration of AI in daily life and home management. Adaptive Learning Control (00:17:01) Explores the future of control systems with adaptive learning and open standards in technology. Humanoid Robots and Ambient Intelligence (00:17:22) Imagines homes as robots, enhancing family support through intelligent systems and occupancy sensors. AI's Role in Customer Experience (00:18:42) Summarizes LG's human-centered AI approach focusing on operational efficiency and personalized experiences. The Normalization of AI (00:19:33) AI is becoming a standard part of te
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