Five innovations from CES 2025 that have us geeking out

NVIDIA Cosmos Platform: The brains behind smarter robots
This AI platform doesn’t just create synthetic data for training industrial robots; it makes that data so realistic that robots could handle challenges with precision and ease. Whether it’s navigating cluttered environments or reacting to unexpected obstacles, Cosmos equips robots to learn faster and work smarter. For manufacturers, that means less downtime, fewer errors, and a much smoother path to automation.

Unitree G1 Humanoid Robot: Workforce of tomorrow?
Humanoid robots have been around for a while, but Unitree’s G1 feels like a giant leap forward. Why? It combines cutting-edge motion control, stability, and intelligence at a fraction of the price of its competitors. This isn’t just a robot that moves like a human; it’s one that thinks on its feet—literally. From balancing on uneven surfaces to adapting to dynamic environments, the G1 brings a level of flexibility that could redefine how factories, warehouses, and even homes operate. And hey, it doesn’t call in sick.

Honda O Series: Sci-fi on wheels
You know we’re suckers for anything on wheels, and Honda’s O Series didn’t disappoint. Plus it’s not just a concept car! These futuristic electric vehicles are set to hit North America by 2026, with a lightning-fast charging time of just 10 minutes. Add in Level 3 self-driving capabilities (designed for environmental situations, like accelerating past a slow-moving vehicle) and a sleek sci-fi design, and these cars might just make your commute feel like a scene out of Blade Runner.

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable: Stretching productivity
Ever wrestle with spreadsheets on a cramped laptop? Lenovo’s rollable laptop offers a solution: press a button, and voilà, your 14-inch screen transforms into 16.7 inches of glorious workspace. Perfect for road warriors juggling multiple windows—or sneaking in a movie under all those tabs. Launching this year for a cool $3,500.

Hover X1 Pro Max Pocket Drone: Big tech in a tiny package
We love a smart drone (especially when our marketing drone master Aaron Harwood is using ours to create the awesome Hamilton videos you see here), and this Hover X1 Pro Max is a pocket-sized powerhouse. Weighing under 7 ounces, it delivers autonomous flight modes, stunning 8K video, advanced obstacle detection, and precision controls for capturing every angle. Plus, its compact design makes it perfect for creators on the go.