4 technology trends that will shape CES 2025

CES 2025 (Consumer Electronics Show 2025) is one of the world's largest technology exhibitions, where companies showcase their latest products and technologies. CES 2025 is scheduled to take place from January 7 to 10, 2025 in Las Vegas, USA.

With breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI), automotive technology, and innovation in computing, CES 2025 promises to bring a series of groundbreaking technology trends.

From increasingly intelligent AI applications, self-learning and self-optimization capabilities in many fields, to innovations in electric vehicles, autonomous driving technology and intelligent transportation systems, this year's exhibition will be the stage for the most advanced solutions.

In addition, the ever-increasing computing power of computing devices, from personal computers to supercomputers, will also open up new opportunities for industry and consumers.

Here are some of the standout trends attendees can expect to discover when the exhibition officially opens on January 7, 2025.

AI Agent

Agent AI are software programs designed to operate independently, make decisions and take actions to achieve specific goals set by humans.

These systems integrate advanced AI capabilities with elements such as memory, planning, environmental sensing, safety guidance, and many other inputs, allowing them to complete tasks autonomously, thereby improving productivity and optimizing operational efficiency.

This year's CES takes place in the context of AI technology entering a new era with the rise of AI agents, a concept described by US semiconductor chipmaker Nvidia as "the next frontier of AI".

This technology not only marks a significant step forward in the field of AI but also opens up huge potential by allowing systems to operate more autonomously, flexibly and independently. AI agents are capable of making decisions, handling complex tasks and optimizing processes without the need for frequent human intervention.

This is not just a technical innovation, but also the key to opening a new era of automation, efficiency and scalability of AI applications in all areas of life.

For example, AI agent systems do not simply process input data but are also capable of making decisions on their own and flexibly adapting to changes in the operating environment.

They can analyze complex medical records to help doctors make more accurate diagnoses, recommend optimal treatment regimens, or even detect early signs of underlying disease.

In the engineering field, these systems can continuously monitor data from industrial sensors, detect anomalies, and predict equipment wear before failures occur.

The combination of rapid learning and adaptation capabilities makes AI agents powerful tools for improving performance and mitigating risk in a variety of fields.

A recent example of an AI agent is Google's Project Mariner, an intelligent agent with the ability to dynamically navigate and manage multiple web services.

This system not only performs pre-programmed tasks but can also make decisions based on real-time data, optimizing operational processes effectively. This trend is expected to explode strongly in the coming years.

According to global market research firm Gartner (USA), by 2028, AI agent systems can automatically process up to 15% of daily work decisions, helping businesses save time, increase productivity and minimize errors due to human factors.

Innovations in the Automotive Industry

The automotive industry is witnessing breakthroughs in AI integration and user interface design. At CES 2025, LG will introduce "AI In-Vehicle Experience", an advanced solution that uses Vision AI to enhance the in-cabin experience.

The system is built on two core components: the Driver Monitoring System and the Interior Monitoring System. While the Driver Monitoring System focuses on analyzing the driver's state, detecting signs of distraction or fatigue, the Interior Monitoring System observes the entire interior space of the vehicle, ensuring maximum safety and comfort for all passengers. This combination not only enhances the driving experience but also opens a new era for more intelligent, safe and interactive vehicles.

These technologies offer a range of advanced features, including real-time health monitoring, such as heart rate monitoring and facial expression recognition, and the ability to assess a driver's alertness.

The system also provides useful services such as adaptive routing and real-time traffic updates, making journeys safer and more efficient.

While these advances could open the door to superior safety and convenience features in cars, exactly when they will be implemented in mass-produced vehicles remains a difficult question to predict.

In a new direction, automaker BMW is introducing the Panoramic iDrive display, which is considered a significant update to the traditional driver interface.

The system, expected to appear on BMW's upcoming Neue Klasse electric models, features a screen that spans almost the entire width of the dashboard.

By transferring driver information directly to the head-up display and eliminating the traditional iDrive controller, BMW not only optimizes the space inside the car but also brings a completely new approach to the interaction between driver and vehicle, creating a more modern and intelligent driving experience.

More than just a concept, this new interface will officially debut on the second-generation iX3 model in late 2025 and the i3 sedan in 2026, before being expanded across BMW's entire product line.

The company plans to deploy this advanced technology not only on electric vehicles but also on future internal combustion engine models, taking a big step forward in improving the driving experience and enhancing the connection between driver and vehicle.

Advances in computing power

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's opening keynote is expected to provide details on the next generation of GeForce RTX 50 series graphics processors, opening a promising new chapter in the graphics technology field.

Meanwhile, AMD - a famous American technology company specializing in designing and manufacturing microprocessors (CPUs), graphics processing units (GPUs) and other semiconductor electronic products - is not far behind when preparing to launch its RDNA 4 architecture, promising to continue to create breakthroughs in graphics performance.

Additionally, recent developments in the budget gaming segment, such as Intel's Arc B580 "Battlemage" GPU, are demonstrating significant advances in both performance and power efficiency, opening up new opportunities for users and developers to optimize the gaming experience.

Integrating neural processing units (NPUs) and AI capabilities into consumer devices was one of the prominent themes at CES 2024, and is expected to continue to be a major trend at CES 2025.

The growing focus on on-device AI processing, especially in laptops and smartphones, shows that manufacturers are exploring new ways to enhance device capabilities through equipping them with dedicated AI hardware.

This not only opens up new opportunities for performance optimization, but also promotes a smarter and smoother user experience than ever before.

The development of display technology

Advances in display technology are always a highlight at CES, and this year is expected to be no different. One notable example is Chinese global consumer electronics and communications company TCL’s QD-Mini LED technology, a combination of quantum dots and mini LEDs that delivers superior image quality thanks to the ability to control light precisely down to the pixel.

This not only enhances contrast but also improves peak brightness, resulting in a clearer and more vivid visual experience. QD-Mini LED can actually bring mini LED TVs closer to the contrast and true black levels of OLED TVs, while overcoming the limitations of OLED such as reduced brightness and image retention, making it a perfect choice for those looking for a combination of high-end picture quality and long-lasting durability.

TCL's Nxtpaper display technology offers a groundbreaking approach, using a multi-layer display design, combining circularly polarized light and nano-etching technology, to create an immersive smartphone or tablet viewing experience.

The main goal of this technology is to reduce eye fatigue, providing long-term comfort to users. In addition, Nxtpaper is also equipped with advanced features such as DC dimming to reduce flickering, and automatically adjusts color temperature based on ambient light conditions, helping to optimize the viewing experience and protect visual health.

In short, CES 2025 is focusing heavily on practical innovations, with the goal of bringing cutting-edge ideas and technologies into everyday life.

These innovations will provide a clearer picture of where consumer technology will be heading in 2025, from smart products to improvements in user experience. These technologies and trends will likely reshape the way we use technology in the near future.