ZDNETThe buzzword of the past two years has been AI, and as a result, many of the products at CES featured the technology, or at least claimed to, making it more challenging than ever to choose the best in the category. When executed correctly, integrating AI into consumer tech can significantly improve how helpful users' workflows and lives are by unlocking a new range of possibilities, and that's what ZDNET was on the lookout for at CES.Also: CES 2025: The most impressive products we've seen so farInformed by hands-on time on the show floor, as well as demos of the most cutting-edge AI features in existing hardware, ZDNET rounded up the AI features and products that either are the most likely to transform your life today or have the promise to bring meaningful change in the near future. Keep reading below to find the picks, which will be updated every day with the latest selections. 1. Halliday AI Glasses with Invisible Display Jada Jones/ZDNET The Halliday smart glasses look like any other ordinary glasses frames, light, and compact. However, when worn, in the upper right-hand corner, you can see a display that shows you information like the date, time, translations, messages, and text. The coolest part is its "invisible display" which simply means that what you see isn't coming form the actual displays or lenses, rather an advanced optical module.Also: I tried Halliday's AI smart glasses and they beat my Ray-Ban Metas in key waysFor example, the unit I used to demo the feature had no lenses on it, just the glasses frames, and I could still see what was being shown to me in the demo with ease. At the event in which they were shown, I was also wearing my Ray-Ban Metas, and in comparison, these were noticeably lighter, more akin to my everyday glasses. They can be reserved online for $369 as part of a Kickstarter launch. Show more 2. Natura Humana HumanPods Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET In the intro to this article, I mentioned some products made the roundup because of the promise they offered, and the Natura Humana HumanPods fall under that category. The idea is simple: you would wear one or two earbuds, up to your preference, all day, double-tapping to access an arsenal of "AI People" LLM-based AI agents with unique personalities and voices. Users can also access the leading LLMs if they choose to, such as ChatGPT, Claude, and more.Before the demo, I was skeptical because I couldn't spot the difference between this product and just using earbuds withChatGPT's Advanced Voice. However, the experience is truly much more seamless than that of existing options, as all you have to do is tap on your ear to talk to your AI person. Even in the loud expo room, my conversation with "Nature," one of the AI people, was seamless. The open form factor of the earbuds is also very comfortable, leveraging a unique Gravity Hook to stay in place comfortably. It is not available for consumers yet, but there is awaitliston its site. Show more 3. Roborock Saros Z70 Maria Diaz/ZDNET A good rule of thumb at CES is that if there is a lot of buzz among the tech aficionados in attendance about a product, it is probably for good reason. The Roborock Saros 270 falls under that category, with its mechanical arm that removes obstacles in its path causing most people to stop in their tracks.Using the same AI-powered camera that helps robots avoid objects, the robovac can identify objects in the way and use it claw-like arm can remove obstacles under 300 grams, or about 8 oz, using OmniGrip technology. Some products it can move include socks, napkins, tissues, and even sandals. Once it picks up the item, it can then clean underneath it like it regularly would if its path were unobstructed. Beyond the mechanical arm, it is a very capable robot vacuum with 22,000Pa of suction. Show more 4. Gemini integration into Google TV Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET I can sense the hesitation from readers before even publishing it, but after seeing the demo in action, I am positive it is an upgrade all Google TV users will be thankful for. With the Gemini integration, you'll now be able to speak to it more seamlessly, using natural language and conversing with Google TV. This also means your queries can be more complex, ranging far beyond anything Google Assistant could do before.For example, in my demo, the user asked more involved questions such as, "Tell me about the solar system for a third grader," and "Help me plan a vacation spot with great beaches." In both instances, Gemini was able to provide an answer and present it in a visual way that made sense for a TV, including links to YouTube videos. Show more 4. Mudra Link Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET If you have ever seen the hand gestures on the Apple Vision Pro and wished you can control everything that way, with the Mudra Link you can. The Neural Wristband leverages proprietary sensors and AI algorithms to allow users to interact with their devices hands-free, using wrist movements and hand gestures. Although it may seem like it fits more into the realm of XR/VR, seven years of AI developments power the tech, according to the demoer.The wristband fits comfortable on your wrist and pairs to your device the same way a mouse would, utilizing Bluetooth. During my demo, I was able to nearly instantly get the hang of using it, slicing fruit in Fruit Ninja like a natural. The Mudra Band was even awarded a CES 2025 Innovation Award in the XR Technologies & Accessories category. It retails for $299, and is available for purchase right now for $199. Show more 5. Vasco Translator Q1 Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Vasco isn't new to translating devices, with the Vasco Translator E1 demoed last year at CES leaving ZDNET impressed. Since last year, AI has facilitated the release of many more AI translators, making it harder to stand out. However, Vasco stepped up to the plate.It's new Vasco Translator Q1 builds on its predecessor, featuring a new real-time Call Translator, which can translate calls in real-time in up to 50 languages, and the star of the show, its voice cloning features which allow users to make a digital copies of their voices for more seamless conversations.I demoed the feature and was impressed at how similar the voice sounded to mine from only reading one sentence. This seems like a more novel and useful application of AI, helping bridge the disconnect that happens in conversations when using a robotoic sounding AI translator. The Vasco Translator Q1 is not yet available for purchase, with market release scheduled for Q2 2025. Show more 5. Amp Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Applications of AI in everyday life don't have to be limited to language, and the new Amp strength machine is a great example. The souped up cable machine not only has a beautiful sleek look that differentiates it from traditional workout equipment, but features AI to upgrade your workout experience.Using the camera and AI, it offers personalized coaching with smart tracking. On the app, you can select what parts of your body you'd like to workout, and using your data and AI the device can create a custom routine for you.It has a business model similar to Peloton, with a hardware cost of $1,795 which gets you the device, two ankle straps, a dual handle, a single handle, rope, and T-bar, and a monthly subscription cost there after of $23 a month. Through the subscription you get to access all of the AI enhancements. It is available for reserve now, scheduled to ship in early 2025. Show more View now at Ampfit 6. Bee AI-wearable Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET It is difficult to find an implementation of AI in a wearable that is truly unique, but I have never heard of anything like the Bee AI-wearable. The wristband listens to your conversations all day, unless manually paused with the button on it, and uses that information to get to know you, provide AI summaries of your conversations, transcripts, and actionable insights.Of course, it wouldn't be an AI product if it didn't feature a chatbot, which you can use to chat with to learn more about anything that happened in your day, such as referring to what someone said in an earlier conversation, or even how to improve your own behaviors. It can also be integrated with third parties like Google Calendar and Gmail.The battery lasts seven days, and it feels as comfortable as any other wristband device can. Of course, being listened to 24/7 isn't for everyone, but Bee reassures users that users are in control of their memories, no human can see the data, the data will not be sold or trained on, and the audio is not saved. The wearable costs $50 and is available for purchase now for iOS only, with an Android offering coming later this month before the official launch. Show more 7. Omnia Smart Mirror Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Even though this mirror may just seem like an aesthetic decorative mirror, it holds much more. The conceptual mirror, developed by Withings, is a smart scale with 360-degree health screenings, including a person's heart health, nutrition, body composition, lung function, activity, and sleep. It uses AI to develop meaningful insights based on your inputted data, as well as the data collected.Although this is a concept and not likely to unveil anytime soon, it is an exciting look at what AI will be able to do for the health and wellness space. Some features, such as the AI-powered assistant, will be coming later this year within the Withings+ services. Show more FAQ What is CES? The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is an industry trade show that features the biggest tech players from across the globe, showcasing their latest consumer technology with daily product launches, keynotes, activations, and demos. Show more When is CES 2025? The official days of CES 2025 are Tuesday, Jan. 7, to Friday, Jan. 10. However, since Jan. 5 and Jan. 6 are media days, a lot of the news breaks before the conference even starts. Show more CES 2025