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September 17, 2008

Do you want to stay in the same hotel where Wayne Newton and Madonna perform?  Are you a tech geek – and proud of it? Is "environmental footprint" one of your new favorite phrases? Then this edition of CES Up to the Minute was crafted with you in mind.

But first, register for free for the 2009 International CES, January 8-11, Las Vegas, Nevada. It’s where to explore the digital landscape, more than 2,700 consumer electronics (CE) exhibits and 30 product categories from digital imaging to home networking.

Register now, and it's free. A $100 registration fee starts November 1.


Due to the abundant requests for bookings for the 2009 International CES, the MGM Grand made another 100 additional rooms available at the discounted rate of $279/night from January 7-10, 2009. Additionally, MGM will adjust the rates to $279 for anyone who booked a reservation during those dates and was quoted a higher rate.

These rooms won't last long. Book now.


Are you an engineer? Then the future of technology is likely at the forefront of your mind. Come see the future revealed in Las Vegas in January at the most important emerging technology event of the year: the 2009 International CES. With more than 2,700 exhibitors vying to capture your attention, this is the event where you will see far-out ideas come to fruition. We know why the consumer technology industry needs engineers. Now see why engineers need CES.

The world's largest consumer technology tradeshow is also the most impressive collection of consumer electronics (CE) companies, innovators and products in 30 categories. Meet manufacturers and distributors of:

• Robotics
• Biometrics
• Voice recognition devices
• Disposable technology
• New audio media
• Nanotechnologies
• Flexible computing devices

If you're an engineer, you probably want to know what's new, what's next and who's bringing it to life. Find emerging technology exhibitors throughout more than 1.7 million square feet in the Las Vegas Convention Center/Las Vegas Hilton and The Sands Expo and Convention Center/The Venetian. Location-based services, mobile Internet, WiMAX and other emerging technologies span every product category at the International CES. Check out the '09 CES exhibitor directory.


In each issue of CES Up to the Minute, we give you at least one way to save money. Just call us your friendly bottom-line boosters. This time around, learn how to save money while going 50 mph through the middle of Vegas.

The Las Vegas Monorail is offering CES attendees and exhibitors a 20 percent discount on all ticket types. It's never too early to buy, as tickets do not expire until one year from purchase date. Prices below are good on tickets purchased online by December 24, 2008.

• One-ride ticket: $4
• Two-ride ticket: $7.20
• One-day pass: $9. This price is 40 percent off regular price. Offer good through September 30, 2008.
• Ten-ride ticket: $28
• New! Seven-day convention pass: $60

Running from 7-3 a.m. Friday through Sunday (7-2 a.m. Monday through Thursday), the Las Vegas Monorail connects the Las Vegas Convention Center to a variety of hotels, including MGM Grand, Bally's, Flamingo, and Harrah's. Traveling at a top speed of 50 mph, the monorail is often the quickest travel option to and from the International CES. Get more monorail information.


At CES, see the pioneering technologies that benefit the environment and sustainability of global economy at the Greener Gadgets TechZone.

The CE industry is reducing its environmental footprint through promoting alternative and renewable energy sources, manufacturing products from recycled materials, using biodegradable/less packaging. The Greener Gadgets TechZone will display the innovations that make it possible for every person on this planet to make use of technology and benefit from growing CE advances.

Location: Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), North Hall


Get an inside look at the 2009 International CES and the CE business. Just turn on the TV set in your hotel room and tune to The CE Channel.

An official media partner of CES, The CE Channel airs around the clock during CES with reports from the floor, highlights from the keynotes, interviews with movers and shakers, and insights from analysts and journalists. For the channel number in your hotel, look in official CES publications or go to www.thecechannel.tv.


Long before the CES show doors open, the Consumer Electronics Association and its partners sponsor a variety of events — for the entire industry and individual niches within it — to educate the masses and unite manufacturers, retailers and market movers. Mark your calendar now for one October event and two November events.

Future of Television East
Don't miss out on the Future of Television East, to be held at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City, November 18-19. Sponsorship opportunities still available! To request sponsorship or exhibitor information, please contact Ellen Gildersleev at ellen@digitalmediawire.com or 310-855-0033. Event information: www.televisionconference.com/east.

Digital Hollywood
Digital Hollywood is the premier entertainment and technology conference in the country with over 2,000 leading executives from the entertainment, media and technology executives in attendance. Join us at the Loews Hotel in Santa Monica, California, October 27-30. Digital Hollywood is currently booking exhibitors and sponsors. The agenda is posted and speaker selection has begun.

EHX
Get Amped-Up for EHX Fall 08, November 4-7, 2008.  EHX is the industry event for custom electronics. Check out a packed expo floor. See new products, Destination Stations focusing on the latest technologies, Demo Alley and over 175 exhibitor booths.
CEA Members save 20 percent on most training – use Priority Code: CEA1.


Want more information about CES? Let us help you find exactly what you're looking for. Here are a few other ways to get the information you need:

• Want a general history about CES? Try the CES Fact Sheet (pdf).
• Interested in CES on social networking sites? Find CES on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Flickr.
• Want to tap into CES connections all year? Try the MyCES Personal Planner.
• And as always, check CESweb.org each week for breaking news about the upcoming show, January 8-11, 2009, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Register for the 2009 CES.

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