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Developer University Returns to 2013 CES

Nov 15, 2012
So popular it sold out last year, Developer University will be back at 2013 CES. This unique event pairs application developers with platform vendors, creating connections and opportunities. Developer University has expanded for 2013 to accommodate more speakers. Platform vendors may now sign up for speaking slots at devu.ce.org, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a fee to present and CEA members receive a discounted rate using the promotional code CEAMEMBER. Additional information about Developer University is available by contacting Catrina Akers.

See the Future of Television Friday in NYC

Nov 14, 2012
For those who love Entertainment Matters and Brand Matters at CES, check out the Future of Television industry gathering taking place Friday in New York. This one-day event for business leaders focuses on content, the viewer, distribution, economics and social media. Confirmed speakers include industry leaders from NBC, HBO, Comcast, Social@Ogilvy, GetGlue, SMOSH, Sony, PBS, Microsoft and Neilsen, among many other highly respected organizations. Join television industry leaders – including senior decision-makers who share a passion for video and television. CEA members and friends receive 15 percent off registration with code CEA15.

New York Press Preview: The Coundown to International CES Begins

Nov 12, 2012
With only 59 days only to go, press are getting a sneak peak at what's to come at CES New York Press Preview this afternoon. The press preview is a must-attend preview of hot holiday products, the highly anticipated release of CEA’s annual holiday sales forecast, and the latest news about the 2013 International CES. Want to follow the latest news as it happens? Follow us on Twitter and Facebook. Also, be sure to follow all the discussion live in New York using our hashtag: #CESNYPP.

Tablet Computer Ownership Continues to Grow, CEA Research Reports

Nov 08, 2012
U.S. ownership rates for tablet computers continued to increase in the third quarter of 2012, according to recent research released by CEA. The Consumer Outlook on Tablets: Q4 2012 shows that tablet ownership rates among online U.S. consumers reached 31 percent as of September 2012, more than doubling the ownership rate from October 2011(14 percent). “We expect tablets to play a big role in the upcoming holiday shopping season; not only in sales but also in complementary purchases such as accessories and gift cards," said Kevin Tillman, senior research analyst, CEA.

International CES is Now Largest App Event in the World

Oct 30, 2012
The world’s largest annual innovation event has become the largest gathering and best opportunity to discover the broadest range of apps from manufacturers, software providers and other developers. “Apps are everywhere; on our phones, computers and tablets. Apps are making their way into our everyday lives and, as a result, benefit our lifestyle,” said Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, Consumer Electronics Association.

To reach this incredibly exciting and important industry sector, CES is offering competitions, educational sessions and events that showcase the best of the app world, including CEA MoDev Hackathon, CES Developer University, Appy Hour, Wall of Apps and a Mobile Apps Showdown. Learn more about the exciting mobile programs at CES.

Digital Health and Fitness Technology Expands by Nearly 25 percent

Oct 30, 2012
Interest in digital health and fitness technology is red hot, and the category has grown by nearly 25 percent at the 2013 International CES, the Consumer Electronics Association announced this week. More than 215 exhibitors will showcase devices beyond weight, body mass index, exercise and calorie tracking, accounting for 27,000 net square feet of exhibit space. The next generation of health and fitness devices and apps offer access to complete medical history, comprehensive biometric data and remote access to medical professionals. Over the next five years, wearable devices in sports and fitness will grow to 169.5 million devices, with the body becoming an input/output device where everything can be tracked.

Auto Industry Booms at 2013 International CES

Oct 26, 2012
Seven of the top 10 automobile manufacturers will showcase their latest technologies on the CES show floor at this year's CES. Audi, Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Hyundai, Kia and Subaru will join more than 110 automotive tech companies displaying their technologies and services on the show floor as consumers increasingly demand technology innovation within their automobiles. CEA industry forecasts predict sales of factory-installed vehicle technologies will increase by 11.3 percent in 2013 to nearly $8.7 billion, and CEA consumer research shows approximately 15 percent of U.S. households now own a vehicle with a connected communication/entertainment system.

2012 CE Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

Oct 22, 2012
Twelve industry leaders were named to the 2012 CE Hall of Fame at the 13^th annual Consumer Electronics Hall of Fame awards ceremony on Tuesday night. .Speaking at the Consumer Electronics Association’s (CEA) Industry Forum in San Francisco, CEA president and CEO Gary Shapiro, praised the inductees for their contributions to the growth of the industry. “The success of our industry is built upon the technologies and products these leaders created. These honorees are among the true great pioneers on whose shoulders our industry stands. Our products have a powerful impact on the world and I am proud to be part of this strong tradition of innovation that continues to contribute to the economy today.”

Learn more about the Consumer Electronics Hall of Fame and this year’s honorees!

Consumer Electronics Industry Announces Ultra High-Definition

Oct 26, 2012
The next generation of high-definition TVs, which feature giant screens and more than eight million pixels of resolution, will be called "Ultra High-Definition" or "Ultra HD," the Consumer Electronics Assocation announced recently. This new breed of televisions boast resolution that is four times that of today's high-definition televisions. The name and related minimum performance characteristics are designed to help consumers and retailers understand the attributes of this next generation of superior television and display technology beginning to roll out this fall.

Consumer Electronics Sales Expected to Grow this Holiday Season

Oct 19, 2012
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) recently released its 19^th Annual CE Holiday Purchase Patterns Study at this week’s Industry Forum in San Francisco. The study found that consumer electronics continue to be the most desired gifts. The most coveted gifts for this year are mobile devices, tablets, and laptops. “Consumers are feeling more confident in the overall direction of the economy this holiday season compared to last year and, as a result, will spend more on gifts, including electronics,” said Shawn DuBravac, CEA’s chief economist and senior director of research.

Check back at the end of November for CEA’s Black Friday sales study reflecting consumers’ post-Thanksgiving shopping habits! Click here to learn more.