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01/09/2009

Notes from the show floor

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It's obvious that attendance is down vs. past shows due to the economy. Industry reports claim 10% reduction in exhibits.


  • No real new "gotta have" products this year. Emphasis definitely on "greener", "thinner", "smaller"' and "faster".

  • Emphasis on all kinds of products that use less power and are recyclable. Alcoa can certainly help in this regard.

  • 3D technology seems to be on the comeback. There more companies with 3D gadgets and the infamous 3D glasses. (Aluminum frames would sure look good!)

  • Touchscreen mobile phones were everywhere. Big crowds at RIM (Blackberry) booth. Every mobile phone manufacturer wants to make a touch screen phone...Hot...Hot

  • Comedian Drew Carey was touting the benefits of his I-phone and Apple products during guest appearance at CES show.


Posted by Jim Stepter, Alcoa CES team

Posted at 11:24 AM |

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