The Computex technology exhibition in Taipei wrapped up on Friday following a week packed with unusual and amazing new product unveilings.
Euronews Next dedicated the week to scouring the exhibit for the most functional, attractive, and let’s be honest, the quirkiest technology unveilings.
These were the highlights from the exhibition floor.
Handheld gaming
Gaming plays a huge role at Computex, thus, as expected, there were numerous exhibits showcasing this aspect.
A significant amount of attention has been drawn to MSI’s enhanced Windows PC portable gadget, known as the Claw A8 featuring the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor.
Available in a range of vibrant colors, this device includes an integrated front-facing camera and microphone, giving players the flexibility to forego using a headset.
This device features an impressive 80Wh battery along with ample screen space. Additionally, it appears to be the initial portable unit to utilize the premium Z2 Extreme chipset and comes equipped with generous amounts of RAM.
A release date hasn’t been announced yet, but this news arrives just before the debut of the Nintendo Switch 2.
A split keyboard
Although split keyboards aren’t entirely novel, one created particularly for gamers is.
At the exhibition in Taipei, Asus showcased its ROG Falcata, a wireless keyboard designed with a magnetic connection feature for easy attachment and detachment.
The precise aim of this design is to provide gamers with additional room for their mice movements. Gamers may find the right side of the keyboard less engaging since they primarily use the W, A, S, and D keys.
Alternatively, if not intended for gaming, you can simply disconnect the two sections for a more comfortable typing experience.
The launch date has been confirmed for the summertime, however, the cost remains undisclosed as of now.
The affordable smart ring
Although smart rings may come with a higher price tag (consider Samsung’s Galaxy ring, retailing at approximately €449),
Ultrahuman’s premium 18-carat gold ring
At approximately €2,000, Acer presents a more modest option.
The firm showcased a titanium smart ring priced at $199 (€175), and notably, it does not require any subscriptions, setting it apart from many competitors.
The ring is available in black or rose gold finishes and offers a battery life spanning four days. It displays health metrics including heart rate, sleep quality, and blood oxygen levels.
It will be up for sale this coming summer.
A beautiful laptop lid
The tech company MSI presented an attractive laptop lid that appears as though it was intricately hand-painted.
MSI collaborated with the Japanese art studio Okadayo to produce a limited-edition lacquered print laptop.
The artwork can similarly be applied to a computer mouse.
The initial design features Hokusai’s renowned The Great Wave off Kanagawa. For now, MSI plans to manufacture only a limited number of these each month due to the additional processes required to apply the artwork during production.
All the computer cases
A key highlight at Computex was the remarkable degree of innovation exhibited – particularly noteworthy were the numerous stunning and unconventional computer case designs which took center stage.
A lot of these options featured vibrant designs and themes, while some included integrated beer and wine taps. Ultimately, it boils down to individual taste.
