Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 04/28 – CES Says: “We’re Doing It Live!”
Apr 28, 2021
In-person CES is back in Las Vegas, promising excitement from major tech companies. Samsung unveils ultra-light laptops with stunning OLED screens. Netflix tackles decision fatigue with the new 'Play Something' feature, personalizing viewing choices. Recent tech earnings show positive growth for Google, while Huawei struggles. Microsoft is seeking help to choose a new default font, bidding farewell to Calibri. It's a whirlwind of innovation and financial updates in the tech world!
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CES Returns In-Person
- The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced CES will return to Las Vegas as an in-person event in 2022.
- The event will have both physical and digital events, accommodating a hybrid experience.
Samsung's New Laptops
- Samsung announced two new lightweight laptops, Galaxy Book Pro and Galaxy Book Pro 360, featuring OLED screens.
- The Pro boasts a standard AMOLED, while the 360 has a Super AMOLED with integrated touch and improved efficiency.
New S Pen
- The new S Pen for Samsung laptops is 2.5 times thicker than the previous version.
- It aims to provide a more realistic writing experience, resembling a real pen.