Adrian JohnsonTLDR:
– The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 showcased a variety of AI-promoted products, leaving consumers to determine whether the AI technology is genuine or fake.
– The Dynamic Duo of Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley reviewed the top new tech of interest to the accounting community and highlighted notable advancements.
The Dynamic Duo of Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, attended CES 2024 in Las Vegas to provide updates on the top new tech of interest to the accounting community. The focus of CES 2024 was on AI technology, with many products being promoted as AI-powered. However, consumers need to be cautious and determine whether the AI technology is genuine or fake. The abundance of healthcare, aging, battery-powered, transportation, and pet technology products at CES made it challenging to find technology that supported the accounting profession. Despite this, there were notable hardware innovations that are worthy of consideration.
One such innovation is the Ricoh PFU portable monitor, which is light, durable, and has a brilliant screen image. It supports a variety of technologies and is likely to be recommended as a portable monitor for auditors or mobile workers in 2024 and beyond. ViewSonic also introduced new portable monitors with OLED technology and a folding stand. Another standout product is the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 monitor, which is available in 49″ and 57″ sizes and offers stunning image quality. Samsung also made upgrades to their technologies, such as the Samsung Wall, a large format screen made with MicroLEDs.
In terms of laptops, the Framework laptop stood out as a competitor that offers better design than many big-name vendors. The Framework laptop is durable and allows for easy component replacement, making it a cost-effective option for accounting professionals. Lenovo and Dell also showcased attractive new models with AI technology, and Targus won an innovation award for their experience technology, including docking stations and sound bars.
In terms of software, notable technologies include Click, a blockchain-enabled photo capture product that can authenticate the provenance of a picture, and Hollo-AI, which creates live-looking avatars that can answer questions and retrieve information from the web. CES also featured advancements in TV technology, such as MicroLED TVs, as well as improvements in wireless charging and 3D printing.
In conclusion, CES 2024 showcased a range of innovative products that offer practical applications for consumers. While there were not many notable software improvements for the accounting profession, advancements in hardware, AI technology, and communication speeds provide opportunities for greater flexibility and productivity in 2024 and beyond.
