Phenomenal 2005 International CES
With more than 140,000 attendees from 115 countries witnessing the introduction of thousands of new products and technologies from more than 2,500 exhibitors, the 2005 International CES reinforced its position as the world's greatest technology showcase. The 2005 International CES ran in Las Vegas, Nev., January 6-9, 2005.
The show floor was packed with executives from the consumer technology, broadcasting, cable, motion picture and numerous other industries who converged in Las Vegas the last four days to hear from technology industry visionaries and view a spectacular showcase of hot new products and trends in audio, accessories, home networking, mobile electronics, video and wireless.
"The 2005 International CES succeeded by every measure," said Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association, the producer of the International CES. "From the international audience, major media and top buyers that came to the International CES, to the top-notch keynotes and conferences, government leaders and exhibitors showcasing the amazing breadth and depth of the CE industry, this event truly was the place to be over the past week for anyone involved in the global consumer technology industry."
The 2005 International CES set several major show records including number of attendees (142,585 - subject to independent audit), exhibitors (2,550) and exhibit space (1.531 million net square feet). International attendance also grew to more than 23,028, up from 18,000 at the 2004 CES.
The show featured a broad array of exciting product and technology introductions and announcements, many of which provide consumers with unprecedented control over when, where and how they watch movies, listen to music, view their digital photos and access other information, education and entertainment content. Showing the strength of the transition to high definition television (HDTV), the show floor not only featured the latest developments in display technologies but a variety of products and innovations that build upon HDTV, such as wired and wireless connections to stream HD video throughout the home and new HD recording devices.
The latest in digital imaging, digital audio, satellite and HD radio, plasma and LCD displays, home video production, in-vehicle entertainment, VoIP, Ulra-Wideband and more also wowed show attendees.
"The consumer technology industry is in the midst of a rapid shift to digital," noted Shapiro. "As a result, we are seeing numerous exciting product introductions. The International CES reflects this digital revolution."
"This year's show seemed to feature more new product announcements and developments than any previous show, cementing the International CES as the global launching pad for new technologies," said Karen Chupka, CEA's vice president, events and conferences. "Our exhibitors are able to leverage the tremendous media coverage and marketing opportunities that surround the show."
In addition to standing as a product showplace, the 2005 International CES included a star-studded array of industry luminaries serving as keynoters and participating in more than 350 conference sessions. The show kicked-off with a keynote from Microsoft's Chairman and Chief Software Architect Bill Gates and included keynote presentations from Intel Corporation CEO Craig Barrett; Ron Garriques, president personal devices business and executive vice president, Motorola, Inc.; Carly Fiorina, H-P chairman and CEO; and Rich Templeton, president and CEO, Texas Instruments. Dozens of industry leaders participated in conference sessions and panel discussions covering the hottest topics in the consumer technology industry.
The 2005 show also attracted more than 130 top officials from international, federal and state government bodies. The government leaders joined top executives from the technology, cable, broadcasting and motion picture industries at the show's annual Leaders in Technology dinner. The dinner featured a keynote from Mike Ramsay, co-founder, chairman and CEO of TiVo, who urged public policy-makers to avoid strangling innovation through overregulation.
The 2006 International CES will be held January 5-8, 2006 in Las Vegas, Nevada. More information will be available later this year at www.cesweb.org.
Quotes from exhibitors at the 2005 International CES:
"The 2005 International CES is the biggest and best yet. It really helps set the tone for a great 2005." -- John Shalom, chairman and CEO, Audiovox
"The 2005 International CES was a fantastic show. We received such positive response to our new YSP-1 digital sound projector. The extensive international and national press coverage of this product at the show gave us media exposure we couldn't have gotten anywhere else." -- Steve Caldero, vice president of sales, Yamaha
"There is no better venue for the home systems integrator to get the big picture than at the 2005 International CES." -- Jay McLellan, president, Home Automation, Inc.
"We are so pleased with the great attendance at the 2005 International CES. It's been one of our best show yet. The energy and excitement at the show really give a good glimpse of what's to come this year." -- Kathy Gornik, co-founder and president, Thiel Audio
"For NVIDIA, our participation in the 2005 International CES 2005 was a success. The level of excitement and interest we've seen from customers, press and our industry partners has been excellent." -- David Roman, Vice President of Corporate Marketing, NVIDIA Corporation
"There is no bigger and better place to launch a product than at the International CES. In one day, you can tell the world about your latest hot product." -- Dafna Zilafro, global marketing manager, Targus
"We have received more media coverage from the 2005 International CES than all of our shows combined from 2004." -- Paul Schleipfer, promotions manager, Mitek Corp.
"The International CES helps power the consumer electronics industry. The show also continues to grow as the focal point for future technologies." -- Jim Jardin, director of marketing, Directed Electronics, Inc.
"Once again, the International CES raises the benchmark for global events. Attendee and press traffic were better than ever. The show operations and logistics surpassed expectations." -- John Garlette, director of strategic events, Casio Inc.
"Fantastic show! We were incredibly busy and we saw a strong cross-section of our established vendors along with new people who were excited about our product mix." -- Stephen Baker, president, Denon Electronics.
About CEA:
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 1,850 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $110 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org, the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry.
CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES - Defining Tomorrow's Technology. All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy.
UPCOMING EVENTS
-- CEA Winter Summit
February 17-19, 2005, Lake Tahoe, CA
-- EHX Spring
February 23-26, Orlando, FL
-- CEA Winter Technology & Standards Forum
March 7-11, 2005, San Antonio, TX
-- HDTV Summit and Academy of DTV Pioneers Awards Luncheon
March 15, 2005, Washington, DC
-- CEA Bits & Bytes Dinner
March 15, 2005, Washington, DC
-- IP and Creativity - Redefining the Issue
March 16, 2005, Washington, DC
-- PARA Management Conference
May 11-15, 2005, Coronado, CA
-- CONNECTIONS(TM)
May 11-13, 2005, San Francisco, CA
-- Consumer Electronics CEO Summit
June 22-25, 2005, Colorado Springs, CO
-- SINOCES
July 1-4, 2005, Qingdao, China
-- CEA Summer Technology & Standards Forum
July 25-29, 2005, Denver, CO
-- CEA Industry Forum
October 17-19, 2005, Las Vegas, NV
-- EHX Fall
November 7-11, 2005, Anaheim, CA
-- 2006 International CES - Defining Tomorrow's Technology
January 5-8, 2006, Las Vegas, NV
