271 products were entered in this year’s competition. They included high-tech hardware, useful apps and software as well as clever gadgets and innovative consumer electronics.. A total of 72 products were able to convince the judges of their design and innovation quality and were selected to receive the COMPUTEXd&i awards 2015.
Dell XPS 13:
The new Dell XPS 13 is designed to be the best performing laptop of its size. It is currently the smallest 13-inch laptop around the world with an enclosure size of a typical 11-inch laptop.
The XPS 13 features a 5.2 mm bezel around the display that nearly eliminates the boarder around the screen. The outer protective covers are anodized aluminum that are forged and then machined for a precise fit and finish. The soft touch painted carbon fiber palm rest allows for the ultimate in appearance and touch while still maintaining rigidity and light weight.
Digital Signage X:
In the era of innovation, style and uniqueness, small specialty shops and showrooms are becoming a trendy business model; DSX 27″ digital signage solution is made for exactly this environment. Inspired by the common ring toss game, the DSX features a central pillar to support multiple displays for 2-sided, 4-sided or even ring-shaped configurations. The displays themselves are made for close interactions and can pivot between landscape and portrait modes, while cables are discreetly hidden inside the framework. Versatile and powerful, the DSX offers limitless possibilities in limited space.
AOC LX series curved TV:
The simple yet bold design of the X-Series curved TV creates a perfect viewing angle and expanded visual experience for users to immerse themselves in a high quality picture and sound feast.
Inspired by the idea of interweaving, the frontal sound bar providing its most prevailing finishing treatment is designed like a bending belt that crosses over both sides of the gleaming metal frame as a pair of feet, boasting the X-Series’ perfect setting. Its simple design exhibits a modern look, while the sophisticated details make it stunning for users seeking a truly unique piece of craft to stand out with a sense of unmatched beauty.
Alienware Area 51:
The new Alienware Area-51 is a completely re-imagined gaming PC system that features the visually compelling Triad chassis designed to deliver state-of-the-art performance, scalability and ease of use. The Area-51 system was designed with functional aesthetics in mind to ensure a better user experience. Access to front and rear I/O is improved with the 30 degree sloping angles of those surfaces, versus the traditional 90 degree angles seen on conventional PC enclosures. This allows the user to use the rear I/O without needing to move the system away from the wall, while providing a free-flowing thermal exit path, whether or not the system is placed against the wall.
Wireless DIY home security kit:
The K1 is smanos’ latest wireless smart home gateway, combining butler- and guard-like functions into a stack of aesthetically pleasing round discs. The discs come with aluminum frames and texturized plastic surfaces, designed for everyday use. The smanos K1 connects to up to 50 wireless accessories with ease, and its intuitive operation both on-site and on the smartphone is a breeze. Users, young or old, can rely on their basic senses to see, hear or touch to check if K1-enabled things at home are working properly. Such connected but wireless objects include locks, HD cameras, alarm detectors/sirens and environmental sensors.
Smartphone:
ASUS ZenFone2 ZE551ML
The ZenFone 2 is an extremely powerful and beautiful smartphone designed by ASUS. This whole new generation ZenFone is a perfect balance between performance and elegance. Powered by a max. 2.3GHz 64-bit Intel® AtomTM Z3580 processor and 4GB RAM for everyday performance, you’ll enjoy slick web surfing, smooth video playback, great gaming experiences and multi-tasking, that will not leave you waiting. The iconic ASUS concentric-circle design adorns both the fascia and rear key, with a beautiful, tactile effect that looks as premium as it feels. ZenFone 2 is available in five striking colors to reflect your personality and mood.
HTC One M9:
The HTC One M9 elevates the metal body design to new heights. The exquisite dual-tone, all-metal body with jewelry-grade brushing surface makes this device both durable and elegant.
With careful architecture layouts and a simplified and stronger front bezel, a 5 inch screen now feels great to hold; it won’t slip out easily.
The 20MP main camera sports a sapphire lens to prevent scratches and is complemented with the UltraPixel front camera for a flawless photography experience. HTC Boomsound with Dolby Audio brings out the ultimate audio quality.
The HTC One M9 testifies to our persistence in realizing quality results for smartphones once again.
Tablet:
Iconia One 8
The new Acer Iconia One 8 boasts fantastic touch experience, trendy design, multimedia enjoyment and the most accurate touch and writing experience with Acer Precision Plus. Designed with Tartan patterned covers and multiple color choices to reflect your personality and trendy style, it also offers a powerful Intel quad core processor, particular Iconia Suite applications and Android Lollipop 5.0, bringing you intuitive and dynamic multimedia tablet enjoyment.
ASUS ZenPad 8 Z380 series
The ASUS ZenPad Z380 brings harmony to the tablet experience with a graceful balance of elegant design, extraordinary visual enhancement technology and effortless customizability. A stylish body with luxurious leather patterning complements the gorgeous display, giving Z380 all-around beauty. Its 8-inch IPS display with an expansive 76.5% viewing area and VisualMaster Tru2Life technology enhances contrast and sharpness, and delivers a stunningly detailed image never before seen on a tablet.
The Z380 introduces an innovative interchangeable design that provides unique personalization options to let consumers create their perfect tablet experience.
2 in 1 notebook
Aspire Switch 10 E
The way we best present ourselves reflects confidence and style. With the next generation Acer Snap Hinge 2, the new Aspire Switch 10 E is perfect for work and play. With a trendy design, long battery life and compact portability quad modes, you can enjoy multimedia, using it as a tablet or laptop anytime, and do it better than anyone else while on the go. The magnetic Acer Snap Hinge 2 with the guiding plane design supports smoother and effortless transitions between different modes to seamlessly fit every situation. Apply the sophisticate textile pattern on the top cover and underside to create an elegant look with unique tactile feedback.
Cloud based Chromebook product
Acer Chromebook 15
The Acer Chromebook 15 is the world’s first Chromebook that uses the 5th Generation Intel Core i3 and Intel Celeron processors based on Intel Broadwell micro-architecture. The Acer Chromebook 15 is a true powerhouse: it provides fast mobile performance and a large display to help customers accomplish more every day. The Acer Chromebook 15 provides full immersive computing thanks to the stunning 15.6-inch display, which is 27 percent larger than the 13.3-inch Chromebooks on the market. Movie and music enjoyment is enhanced with two full-size upward facing speakers for amplified volume and clarity.
Notebook
ZenBook UX305
Fast, slim and beautiful, the UX305’s design is an exercise in simplicity; there isn’t a single unnecessary protuberance, and its lines and curves flow from edge to edge with an elegant fluidity. Finished in dark obsidian stone, the UX305 continues the ZenBook tradition by featuring a gorgeous aluminum body and a delicately thin waistline.
ASUS T300CHI
Razor-thin tablet and powerful laptop all-in-one Available with Windows 8.1 Pro and other editions
Ultra-slim laptop transforms seamlessly into a tablet Pure, streamline curve design
Metallic cover with diamond-cut edges Fanless design with the all-new Intel® processor for powerful and power-efficient performance.
Acer Aspire E 15
Don’t settle for less.
The new Aspire E 15 laptops provide a comprehensive range of choices for everyday use, with lots of appealing feature options and an attractive design that exceeds expectations.
– The Aspire E 15 comes in a variety of color choices and a sophisticated cover design with a pleasing textile pattern.
– Acer TrueHarmony sound technology and Skype certified performance provide you with a more immersive video and audio experience, making for clear communication.
– Fast 802.11ac wireless with MU-MIMO, Precision Touchpad, and Acer BluelightShield improve both efficiency and ease-of-use.
Bluetooth speaker
AIR SPEAKER
Crystal clear sound with powerful base, this speaker not only sounds great but looks intriguing as it levitates over a magnetic stand. You can also plug an audio source directly into the 3.5mm input; since there’s an integrated mic, you can use it as a hands-free speakerphone too.
While the power base keeps the speaker in the air, the speaker can also operate untethered. Because there’s a powerful magnet in the speaker’s belly, you can attach it to your fridge or bicycle. The base includes an integrated USB charging port, so you don’t need to use a secondary adapter to charge the speaker.
PC monitor
Dell UltraSharp 34
The new Dell UltraSharp 34 Monitor is the first-in-the-market 34-inch curved monitor with panoramic clarity. It features WQHD 3440 x 2440 resolution and 21:9 aspect ratio; it is ideal for gamers, technology enthusiasts and commercial applications.
The touch controls are designed to blend in with the overall form and also minimize visual distraction. The monitor is designed to achieve the most immersive viewing experience and the best visual ergonomics. The size and the curvature of the screen are specifically selected based on Human Factors research and to ensure that the screen covers both the primary field of-view as well as the secondary peripheral vision.
Acer H257HU Monitor
The Acer H257HU monitor oozes style and quality. It combines an eye-pleasing and premium brushed-metal stand (we smooth its edges with diamond cutters to make it beautiful) for a high-class look and feel, a “zero-frame” screen, a glossy back panel, and stylish aluminum front framing to create a truly lustrous effect. Its WQHD (2560 x 1440) display, superior DTS® Sound audio enhancements and superfast HDMI 2.0 port make it ideal for immersing yourself in perfectly portrayed high-resolution movies.
Headset
ISURUS Pro In-Ear Headset
The ISURUS Pro consists of a dual microphone design: you can choose either to speak through the inline microphone or via the detachable microphone. Gamers are recommended to use the detachable microphone while in gameplay for better sound quality; the inline microphone lets you switch between calls and music, control music, or skip a track with the press of a button, without touching the device. Exceptionally designed to nestle in the ear without really entering your ear canal, it spreads contact equally across the ear for supreme coziness, and forms a soothing cap that gives the headphones full-spectrum noise reduction.
Cronos AD Headset
The Tt eSPORTS CRONOS AD features an auto-adjusting headband so users get the right sizing every time they put on the headphone, for the best comfort and fit. The microphone is now retractable, for better overall aesthetics when the mic is not used. When pulled out, the cable is also bendable for optimal positioning of the mic. Also, CRONOS AD comes with 40 mm drivers and is circumaural (over the head design, full sized headset) with ear pads that are highly breathable and comfortable, yet maintain very good external noise isolation. The 40 mm drivers are perfect for both gaming and listening to music.
Smart Technology Applications + Products
iCamPRO FHD
The iCamPRO FHD is the world’s first robotic home security camera that can see, hear and sense its surroundings. An auto track moves objects 360° so you’ll never miss an event, even in the dark. A simple QR code scan easily allows for a 1 minute installation. It sends Full HD audio & video data through an advanced 256-bit encryption system. Two-way audio & picture alerts via Google’s server are sent to your phone in real-time. In addition, it’s the first camera to support Free 15GB Cloud storage, and boasts a sleek and modern design so small that it can be easily held in your hand. All of these great features are why it has won top honors for the Best of Innovation Awards at CES 2015.
AIR MENTOR PRO
The Air Mentor is a 6-in-1 indoor air quality monitor. It can detect concentrations of CO2, VOC together with CO, PM2.5, PM10, temperature and relative humidity. The overall design style fits the yoga environment. The combination of LED light shows the corresponding level of air quality with different colors. Its smartphone APP provides explanations of the numbers and changes. The cloud computing infrastructure analyzes the air quality patterns and gives effective advice to users. The built-in rechargeable battery also makes it mobile for temporary use. With the Air Mentor, people can be aware of the air quality around them, in order to ensure a healthy life.
iPin Laser Ruler
The iPin Laser Ruler is a tiny tool for acquiring distance data. It consists of an “iPin laser” inside the earphone jack and a mirror cap which reflects the laser beam along the camera direction. As a result, the App can see the laser dot through the phone camera and then show it on the smartphone screen. The distance from the user to the laser dot position is then calculated by the App from the relative dot position on the screen.
In the meantime, the App records the image of measurement, so it allows the user to calculate the distance between any two points on the image afterwards.
GoSafe 150S
Sony Sensor low light CMOS 24-hr recording technology Special mount for rearview mirror Motion detection Photo snapshot during video recording Adjustable lens TSR (Traffic sign recognition) Stop & Go Driver fatigue alert Headlight reminder.
PolyDigit
The PolyDigit™ is an enhanced version of a super powerful LED moving display like no other in the market. Polytron takes the best transparent glass technology to full-throttle by creating light and media control light-emitting-diodes.
A unique feature is its total transparency, so the LEDs can shine through the glass and radiate from both sides. Users can pre-install text, logos, messages and animation by uploading from the PC to its controller. Providing visual information anywhere, from bus stations, airports to any public glass displays from both sides, PolyDigitTM makes it a great way to create public awareness and, in most cases, impress audiences.
Mozbii
The NFC Medical Alert and Door Access Ring is made with jewelry grade fine ceramics. It is water resistant up to 30 meters for one hour and completely dust-proof, with an IP68 rating. It not only provides unlocking MiFare-enabled secured gate access, but is also a Safe Return device for people with Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, as well as a tool for retaining medical data for the rest of us. Each ring has its own web URL so that the EMT or police can access a patient’s personal information, medical data and emergency contact from the Internet without a special App to read. This “In Case of Emergency Ring” is small, aesthetic and multifunctional for anyone to wear.
NFC Multifunction Ring
The KEYDEX multifunctional NFC (Near-Field Communication) ring with built-in intelligence is water- and dust-resistant with an IP68 rating, with patents granted in Taiwan and China. This compact wearable ring made with jewelry grade ceramics is highly durable for daily usage; it is also aesthetically appealing. The ceramic property does not hinder NFC transmissions. By combining with Android App, it can unlock the phone instantaneously when picking up the phone, and can host different types of data, including URL links, social network info and texts, while another smartphone may access the data stored in the ring using near-field communications.