January 2, 2008
With less than a week to go before the 2008 International CES doors open, the buzz is building, and all last-minute details are being finalized. Use this edition of CES Up to the Minute to see new speakers and more.But first, register. Attending CES lets you span the consumer technology world in just four days.
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Located on the famous 4 corners of Las Vegas, the Castle theme denotes fun, and the best in entertainment, but also delivers serious and professional meeting planner results. Enjoy the elegance of our new widescreen sleeping rooms, so named for the 42 inch plasma televisions, but also incorporating the luxury appointments of pillow-top beds, completely new and tasteful furnishings, new granite countertops in bathrooms…..or enjoy the comfort of our less expensive standard rooms, priced for the discerning traveler-all affordable - comfortable and delivered with great service though-out the property. Every year we just get better. Best location in Las Vegas and remains the best value.
Rooms at Other Hotels
Rooms are still available at the Alexis Park, Meridian, Platinum and the Luxor.
See all official CES hotels.
Let the LVCVA Help You Find a Room
Need additional help finding a room? Contact the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority for assistance finding a room: (877) 847-4858. Outside the US, dial (702) 892-0711.
2:30-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 8, 2008, Las Vegas Hilton Theater
Gome Chairman Wong Kwong Yu joins other leading retail giants and Gary Shapiro for a frank discussion about the recent holiday selling season, the hottest selling technologies and what they expect in the coming year. Some of the biggest names in the business can answer your questions. Don’t miss this panel of news makers!
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9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2008, Las Vegas Hilton Theater
One new Industry Insider session promises a tremendous lineup with international appeal and impact. Over the course of the Industry Insider session Technology and Emerging Countries: Advancing Development Through Technology Investments, you can hear from:
- Dr. Paul Jacobs, CEO, Qualcomm
- His Excellency Paul Kagame, President of the Republic of Rwanda
- Paul Meyer, Co-Founder, Chairman & President, Voxiva
- Nicholas Negroponte, Founder, One Laptop Per Child Project and MIT Media Lab
- Eric Nonacs, Managing Director for Global Affairs, Endeavour Financial Ltd.
- Dan Shine, Vice President, 50x15 Initiative, AMD and President, 50x15 Foundation
- William Swope, Vice President General Manager Corporate Affairs Group, Intel
- Paul Taylor, Columnist, Financial Times
- James Utzschneider, General Manager, Unlimited Potential Group, Microsoft
- Tae Yoo, Senior Vice President Corporate Affairs, Cisco Systems Inc.
- Shawn DuBravac, Economist, Consumer Electronics Association
This new Industry Insider event is a high-profile program focusing on technology partnerships and investments that support successful development projects in emerging countries.
Keynote: Nicholas Negroponte, Founder of the MIT Media Lab and One Laptop Per Child Project
As the International CES expands its reach globally and draws government leaders from across the globe, it creates an important forum for discussion on how best to leverage technology to foster long-term growth and development in emerging countries. Negroponte’s One Laptop Per Child project demonstrates how technology can help educate and empower children in the developing world.
Technology’s Role in Long-Term Development
Global leaders are working together to develop and use technology to overcome infrastructure barriers and provide communities with solutions for everything from power to education to healthcare. Hear first hand from these leaders how they are helping to build a better tomorrow for communities throughout the world.
Technology in Practice
Demonstrations of some of the innovative solutions that are being deployed in developing markets
Building a Better Tomorrow with Technology
Many technology companies are running programs that focus on everything from improving healthcare and education to creating sustainable economies. This panel session explores programs that are running today and talks about the success and challenges that companies face as they try to deploy their programs in emerging countries.
Learn more about this and other Industry Insider sessions.
Do you have a specific consumer technology market that interests you? Are you trying to figure out how to single out the must-see sessions and destinations for a particular product category? Handy quick guides are available for you to download now. Just print, and you’re all set for the 2008 International CES.
- Digital Imaging Quick Guide
- Emerging Technology Quick Guide
- Gaming Quick Guide
- In-vehicle Technology Quick Guide
- Specialty Dealer Days Quick Guide
(for installers, integrators and specialty retailers) - Wireless Quick Guide
CNET.com, where people go to explore a world gone digital, will be all over CES '08! In addition to broadcasting live from the CNET Stage, CNET will host, for the first time, the Car Tech Testing Lab with a satellite stage in the North Hall (Booth #6224), showcasing the latest and greatest in Car Tech. Watch the CNET Car Tech expert editors in action, as they conduct interviews with after-market car accessory vendors and installation demos throughout the show.Also, CNET hosts the third annual Best of CES awards. The heat is on, and the competition is fierce to recognize the best new products in 12 categories, plus Best in Show and People's Voice.
CNET hosts the Next Big Thing SuperSession, a standing-room-only event where Brian Cooley and a team of expert editors reveal the big trends and emerging categories for 2008.
For CNET's in-depth coverage leading up to the show, visit www.CNET.com.
Read about keynote addresses, special events, key attractions and more — in 10 languages. CNET Direct, a divison of CNET Networks developed and produced several eBooks for International CES attendees. Get your eBook now in any of these languages:
| Arabic Chinese – Simplified Chinese – Traditional English |
French Japanese Korean Portuguese |
Russian Spanish |
CEA sponsors a variety of events — for the entire industry and individual niches within it — to educate the masses and unite manufacturers, retailers and market movers. From the flagship International CES to the CEA Industry Forum and Fall Conference, CEA works year 'round to grow and shape the future of consumer electronics. Here are a few upcoming events you may be interested in:
CONNECTIONS SUMMIT™
January 8, 2008
Las Vegas, Nev
Attend CONNECTIONS™ Summit at CES! This offers the perfect start to CES – attendees receive consumer and industry data, insight from executives, and the opportunity to speak with Parks Associates’ analysts. Hosted by Parks Associates topics include home controls and systems; new media and social networking; home networking; and, entertainment products & services.
Digital Music Forum East
February 26-27, 2008
New York, NY
Digital Music Forum East is the premier event for music industry decision-makers focused on business models and legal issues impacting music. This annual event brings together executives from record labels, music publishers, technology and wireless companies, and rights organizations to examine the role of digital technologies in the future of music.
EHX Spring 08
March 11-15, 2008
EHX Spring 08 is the industry integration event for custom electronics. See NEW PRODUCTS at 14 demo rooms, expo floor “New Product Showcase,” and 300+ exhibitor booths. Plus, plenty of opportunities to network and party. CEA Members save 20% on most training – use Priority Code: CEA1.
Building Blocks 2008
August 5-7, 2008
San Jose, California
The Summer Show is a jointly produced Digital Hollywood - CEA produced event. The Entertainment and consumer electronics (CE) industries are being transformed and it is at Building Blocks 2008 where the industry will address the extraordinary evolution of the Television Platform, the Social Media Platform, the Broadband Platform and The Mobile Platform.
Digital Hollywood
October 20-27, 2008
Santa Monica, CA
Digital Hollywood is the premier entertainment and technology conference in the country. Come join us, at the Loew’s Santa Monica Beach Hotel. Digital Hollywood is the key leadership forum for over 2,000 of the national's leading entertainment, technology, advertising and media executives. We are currently booking exhibitors and sponsors.
Future of Television Conference
November 13-14, 2008
New York, NY
This is a “must attend” event for decision-makers from cable and broadcast networks, cable and satellite operators, high-tech and advertising. Speakers have included some of the most powerful players in television from Leslie Moonves (Chairman, CBS) to Bruce Rosenblum (President, Warner Bros. Television Group) to Tom Rogers (President & CEO, TiVo).
