In less than one month, the Consumer Electronics Show will get underway in Las Vegas against the backdrop of an economic recession and a major political transition. But while the macro economy may impact attendance, what about the usual cornucopia of tech toys on display? CNET News' Erica Ogg offers a preview of the 2009 CES.
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There were plenty of e-book readers on display at CES 2010, but many question whether the market for such dedicated devices can support all the new entrants.
• Photos: E-readers at CES 2010
Vintage computer historians have long revered the Altair 8800. As it turns out, an unknown computer project at Sacramento State beat the Altair by three years.
• Images: The first microcomputers
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The Open Road
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2010 CES
E-readers' next chapter might not have happy endingThere were plenty of the book readers on display at CES, but many question whether the market for such dedicated devices is large enough to support all the new entrants.
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Highlights from the Microsoft keynote
2010 CES
Nokia talks up business in the developing worldCEO Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo takes the keynote stage at CES Friday to discuss the company's strategy for reaching the world's developing markets with its products.
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Floor-cleaning robot gets those tight spots
The Social
Google launches local search for mobileThe "Near me now" option is now available for Android and iPhone users who have opted to share their locations.
Cutting Edge
Starry, starry 'first light' from NASA's WISE missionThe new Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer kicks off its mission to scan and capture a view of the entire sky with a look at the constellation Carina.
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Intel touts 3D, apps for Netbooks at CES (photos)
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Nyko rolls out PS3 Slim accessoriesSure, we really like the PS3 Slim's brand-new sleek design, but unfortunately some pre-existing PS3 accessories don't play nicely with the console's updated form factor. To fix this, Nyko has revamped most of the company's PS3 accessory lineup.
2010 CES
Control4 readies networked home energy systemControl4's home energy management system uses a home wireless network and tough-screen display to monitor electricity and let consumers participate in energy efficiency programs.
