PPB August 2018

Pe r sona l Tech by Terry Ramsay T he Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January debuted a mind-boggling number of new technologies ranging from robot companions that display emotions to a dedicated exhibit area for smart cities. “Technology moves so quickly that the trends are more short-lived,” says Dan Jellinek, executive vice president of supplier The Magnet Group (PPAI 338534). “In my opinion, watching Silicon Valley and keying in on the cell phone market will give us an idea of what’s coming down the road. I do feel that what I call the ' Alexa' trend is strengthening as artificial intelligence and home automation continue to mature and become more universal.” Thanks to lightning-speed advances, tech is quickly integrating into every aspect of our lives. Trending In Tech 42 | AUGUST 2018 | GROW