We takes 6 trends gathered from the Consumer Electronics Show showcased this year at Las Vegas, Nevada, United States and translate them into actionable insights that give a hint of the future. Links are temporarily down, please access http://metalworks.maxusglobal.com/ the read the articles.

1. When Consumer
Electronics meets
the Crystal Ball

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Better Connected Ecosystems
More hardware brands will continue moving towards
supporting a software/app ecosystem with complementary
product offerings within their own product line-up. Gamers are
soon benefitting from Sony’s cloud gaming service PS Now.

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Superpower Wearable Tech
Beyond Google Glass, smart watches and fitness trackers, a
myriad of assistive health technologies are launching with
much promise. Including, exoskeletons that helps enhance
strength and one that helps paraplegics walk again.

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Remaining Data Anonymous
Some may embrace the trend that everyday objects will get
sensors and record data. Others may run counter and seek to
insure their fear against a watchful eye from authorities. None
will like the idea when their personal data is compromised.

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Living life like the Jetsons
Technology can seem uncanny if introduced too abruptly.
Natural language processing via machines (think Siri) and
intelligent appliances with sensors offers to make technology
intuitive and friendly. Intel & Samsung commits to this vision.

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Freeform Display Screens
The ability to build screens that could eventually wrap around
any surface mean that we will find display screens in places
we do not expect. Eventually, we may even be able to make a
display screen as cheap as the cost of making a name card.

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Devices that work like LEGO
Traditionally, updates and add-ons extend the shelf life of
software products. As electronic brands explore this
possibility, we may see less e-waste and an opportunity for
modules and devices to be designed with cross-compatibility.

8. The Metalworks
Philosophy
Helping clients lean into change
through creative technology.

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