THE WINNING GADGETS

There were two winners - one online and the other live

Kevo by Kwikset was the live winner and AIM Skulpt won the online votes.

I attended the LAST GADGET STANDING in the International CES.  It was one of the most interesting, entertaining, and exciting events at the conference.

The finalists were asked to demonstrate the features of their respective gadgets.  The audience then participated in judging which among them would be the best and the last one standing.

This year, the finalists vying for the title were:

Kevo by Kwikset is a smart lock that turns smartphones into keys, giving owners the ability to unlock the door with just a simple touch.

Aim is a handheld device by Skulpt designed to measure fat percentage and muscle strength and definition to help you achieve specific fitness goals. I'm not a bodybuilder, but I can see how they might like the concept.

Samsung's Galaxy Gear™ extends the Galaxy smartphone experience to your wrist and enhances everyday moments with real time updates for quick and convenient access.

Glasses TrackR by Phone Halo is a tracking device you slip onto the frames of your glasses or sunglasses, and then control from your smartphone. You can use the app on your phone to locate your glasses or ring your phone by pressing a button on the device.

JamStik by Zivix is a portable musical instrument that connects with your iPad or MacBook to teach you how to play guitar. It offers a variety of sounds and works with Garage Band so you can compose music. I'm no musician, but I like the way this looks.

Canary is a home security device with an HD video camera and multiple sensors designed to track all sorts of security issues within your home, and send the necessary alerts to your phone.

MIP (Mobile Inverted Pendulum) is the latest innovation by WowWee in association with UCSD’s (University of California at San Diego) Coordinated Robots Lab. 

VOYCE i4C Innovations’ revolutionary new service, VOYCE, allows pet parents to understand their dogs like never before.

The eventual winner was Kevo by Kwikset, which was voted upon by the audience attending through applause. In addition to the Last Gadget Standing award, Kwikset Kevo also won an Innovations Award, the This Old House Top 100 Award, and the Mark of Excellence Award.

The winner for the online voting was Aim by Skulpt.

I suggest that our readers search or visit the websites of the winners and finalists if they want to know more about the products.