Monday, January 10, 2011

Consumer Electronic Show Recap

The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas wrapped up yesterday…and thank God it did as I am going to Las Vegas in a couple of days. Regardless of that, it was an interesting show, perhaps more so than usual. So, I present to you the best articles I could find to help you sort through all the happened.

I’ve also included an article on the tragedy that occurred here in Tucson on Saturday and the part that social media played it it. Very interesting reading. I will have more to say about it in my “Postcard” blog, later today. - JRC

Best of CES Awards

Here are the products that won the best products awards at this year's Consumer Electronics Show

CES 2011: Five Essential Trends

What a difference a year makes. Last year's CES was remarkable mostly for its complete lack of remarkableness. I have trouble remembering a single product I saw and everyone seemed depressed. The mood at CES 2011 was akin to the vibe in a locker room on game day or backstage at a big performance: Excited, energized and maybe a bit edgy.

CES 2011: The biggest winners and losers

The Consumer Electronics Show is the Super Bowl of the technology industry. As much as industry analysts and the tech press whine about CES being too big and being a relic of a bygone era, there's no better place for tech companies to make a big splash that will be remembered throughout the year, and in some cases for years to come.

The Giffords Tragedy and Social Media

Most everyone in the wake of the Giffords shooting wants to “do the right thing” in their online behavior. But in this instance, social media and tragedy reveal monstrous behavior.

Google Picasa 3.8 Review & Rating

There are lots of apps that help you edit and organize you photos, but nothing matches the features and functionality of Picasa. When you want to serious photo management or just want a place to dump photos when you take them off your camera, Picasa delivers. And best of all, it is 100% free. Read our full review for more info.

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