For half a century, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has been the worldwide platform for unveiling pioneering technologies. Each January, in Las Vegas, Nevada, tech visionaries display their most recent advancements. This year, the interactive event featured over 3,900 exhibiting companies. It attracted approximately 170,000 participants from 150 different nations.

CES provides an insight into the priorities and strategies of major tech companies by showcasing where they are investing their efforts and innovations. Highlighted here are a few of the key highlights from 2018.

1. L’Oreal UV Sense

Excessive exposure to UV radiation is a major health issue globally. Whether it's neglecting to reapply sunblock or exposing oneself to the sun for prolonged periods without protection, the risk of sun-induced cancer is significant. However, a new product introduced at this year's CES might offer complete prevention.

If you adore basking in the sun, the L’Oreal UV Sense is the ideal device for you. This small sensor, which is attached to your thumbnail, connects with a mobile app. Complete a skin-type questionnaire within the app, apply the sensor, and step into the sunlight.

The application and sensor pair via near-field communication technology, which sends ultraviolet information to your smartphone. This sensor monitors your exposure duration and continuously updates a sun-safety rating. Subsequently, the app will notify you when it's time to reapply sunscreen or move to a shaded area during the day.

This remarkable – and reusable – UV monitoring gadget operates without batteries. Use it every day, and it can evaluate your patterns and risks progressively.

2. Lenovo Smart Display

A chic device featuring Google Assistant, the Lenovo Smart Display is challenging competing smart home gadgets in terms of value.

The Lenovo Smart Display comes with a choice of an 8- or 10-inch screen. Simply utter "Okay Google" to access your calendar, surf the web, manage other smart appliances, or receive updates on current events. The touch screen immediately displays any data you seek.

Featuring 10-watt speakers, an integrated camera for video conferencing, fast processors, and built-in storage, the Lenovo Smart Display adapts to your usage patterns. Set to go on sale in a couple of months, this cutting-edge smart home device is engineered to act as the daily central unit, ideal for tasks like cooking, phone calls, or managing the room temperature.

3. Philips SmartSleep

Proper sleep is essential for maintaining good health, and Philips has unveiled a novel device aimed at enhancing your sleep quality. The gadget, known as SmartSleep, was launched at CES. This device is a plush foam headband that is worn during sleep. When worn, it emits calming sounds designed to facilitate a restful night's sleep.

The SmartSleep device tracks your sleep through an associated app and enhances your slow-wave sleep, which is the most rejuvenating stage of the night. By using the SmartSleep, you'll benefit from increased deep sleep periods.

The headband features sensors that monitor the onset of deep sleep. Triggered by specialized algorithms, tailored audio tones are emitted quietly from built-in speakers to enhance slow waves. Consequently, this extends and improves the quality of deep sleep. Phillips collaborated with a group of neurologists in order to create this product, which is expected to be available in 2018.

4. Byton Concept Car

Should an obscure company named Byton succeed in its ambitions, your vehicle will transform from just a way to get around into a mobile lounge. A standout reveal at CES 2018 was the introduction of the Byton Concept Car. With numerous firms focusing on autonomous vehicles, Byton took a different route: redefining the automobile itself.

The Byton vehicle isn't only equipped with cutting-edge technology; it's perceptive as well. As you navigate, it gathers data, suggesting pauses for drivers who seem weary or unfocused. The car's facial recognition system activates and loads your personalized settings automatically. Moreover, Amazon’s digital helper, Alexa, controls the car following your spoken commands and hand signals, allowing you a chance to unwind.

The eye-catching Byton Concept Car is anticipated to be launched in the U.S. in 2020.

Get Your Hands on These CES Wonders

Are you as thrilled as the attendees of CES 2018 by these remarkably sophisticated gadgets? Ranging from useful to simply entertaining, these "intelligent" devices will be highly sought after in the coming year.

These devices will soon be available in both digital platforms and physical outlets. A few are launching right away, and some will be introduced over the next few months. Be on the lookout for these items, and perhaps you'll be able to secure one for yourself!