The pace of technological innovation continues to accelerate, and each year the most prominent manufacturers in the sector surprise the world with increasingly advanced and functional gadgets. If just a decade ago we were surprised by smart watches and voice assistants, today we live with devices that combine Artificial Intelligence, IoT connectivity, flexible screens and unexpected functionalities, marking the beginning of a new era of home and personal technology.
In this extensive review, you'll discover the highlights of the latest releases and presentations at international trade shows such as CES in Las Vegas and MWC in Barcelona, as well as the most revolutionary models already on the market. Don't miss any trends or innovations, because we're facing A generation of devices that will transform your daily life at home, at work, at leisure, and even in your health..
Spectacular advances in augmented reality and immersive gadgets
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) have taken a qualitative leap forward in recent years, moving from being mere video game accessories to becoming genuine professional and entertainment tools. The immersive experience is no longer a thing of the future: it's here and it's becoming more sophisticated..
Models like the HTC Vive, the Apple Vision Pro, and the PlayStation VR have raised the bar, offering high-resolution displays, outstanding refresh rates, and the ability to manage the interface using gestures, voice, and eye tracking. Apple Vision Pro, for example, allows you to work, interact and consume content. as if the applications were floating three-dimensionally in front of you, with an ultra-high-density micro-OLED display and features like EyeSight, which projects the user's gaze outwards, facilitating socializing even while using the device.
Augmented reality headsets are no longer content with simply superimposing information over the real world. They now incorporate virtual assistants, allow users to navigate menus with eye movement, and some, such as TCL's RayNeo Air 3s, unveiled at MWC 2025, already integrate semi-transparent screens for discreet and agile access to information. In addition, there are more affordable entry-level offerings, such as the Oculus Quest 2 or the new Halliday smart glasses, which display a private screen in the corner of the eye and are voice-controlled, with prices that are beginning to democratize entry into these types of experiences.
But the innovation doesn't stop there: laptops like the Sightful Spacetop AR do away with a physical screen, offering a desktop experience with personalized augmented reality glasses. Users can access a 100-inch virtual screen anywhere, moving windows and applications around as they please, revolutionizing the concept of professional and creative portability.
In the experimental field, the Lenovo's transparent display laptop unveiled at MWC 2024Although it's still a prototype, it allows you to see what's behind the device and interact with the superimposed visual information, anticipating a future where the barrier between the digital and the physical will be virtually invisible.
Virtual assistants and gadgets with advanced artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence is behind almost all of today's disruptive launches. Virtual home assistants, such as Alexa and Siri, not only understand and execute voice commands, can now also hold natural conversations, learn from preferences, and anticipate user needs. Apple brings its AI to iPhones, iPads, and Macs with the new Apple Intelligence system, improving customization and security in the cloud and on-premises.
On Amazon's side, the game is getting even bigger with Alexa+, which introduces more contextual interactions and learns from behavior. Samsung devices aren't far behind, integrating AI-based features like Vision AI into TVs and smart home energy management systems, as well as the SmartThings platform.
Some Fashion gadgets incorporate AI in a much more advanced way, like the Humane AI Pin. This revolutionary device has no screen: it attaches to clothing and projects its interface directly into the palm of your hand Using a mini projector, it works with both gestures and voice, allowing access to messages, calls, addresses, and information in real time without relying on a smartphone. It creates a new relationship between people and technology, making it even more natural and ubiquitous.
In the realm of productivity, laptops like the Lenovo ThinkBook Flip AI have evolved into AI-integrated systems that automate tasks, manage power more efficiently, and even recognize the user's position to adjust the interface. Models like the HP OmniBook 7 Aero, Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, and the new HP OmniDesk line incorporate cutting-edge processors with advanced capabilities to optimize routines, work with graphics, or edit multimedia content with unprecedented efficiency, and even create personalized experiences tailored to each user's needs.
In laptops, the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 has also been introduced, with an automatically extendable screen that grows vertically from 14 to 16,7 inches with just a gesture, ideal for those who need to frequently expand their workspace.
The wearable revolution: health and wellness on your wrist (and beyond)
The w They have ceased to be simple watches or bracelets to become authentic health laboratories that monitor each vital variable instantly. Monitoring heart rate, blood oxygen, sleep quality and physical activity is now within everyone's reach. thanks to rings, smartwatches or even smart pet collars.
Among the most advanced releases are smart rings, such as the Rogbid SR08 Ultra and next Samsung Galaxy RingThe former features a small touchscreen for viewing data without relying on a phone and cutting-edge health sensors; the Galaxy Ring promises to monitor heart rate, sleep, and other important variables for daily well-being, further expanding the range of wearables.
Smart watches are making a strong entrance: the Apple Watch Ultra 2 It stands out for its durability, battery life, precision in tracking sports parameters, and integration of advanced functions such as an electrocardiogram and oximeter. Designed for adventurers and extreme athletes, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 withstands extreme environmental conditions and is compatible with both Android and iOS. It offers up to 170 training modes and predictively detects weather changes.
In other areas, devices such as the FaceHeart Cardio Mirror, capable of measuring blood pressure and other vital indicators just by looking in the mirror, or smart feeding systems such as Ilume Dog Wellbeing Smart Suite, which recommends the right amount of food for each pet based on their daily activity, preventing overweight and promoting their well-being.
The smart dog collars (Invoxia Minitailz or the Petcube GPS tracker) allow you to monitor your pets' health and whereabouts in real time, even detecting changes in behavior patterns or heart problems before they are obvious to the naked eye.
Portable power gadgets and sustainability: autonomy wherever you go
Efficient energy management has become one of the great technological challenges and, in this sense, Portable power devices have made a quantitative and qualitative leap. The High-capacity power banks allow you to charge laptops, phones, and tablets multiple times in a row safely and quickly. The 25W Anker 165K excels with USB-C fast charging and up to four simultaneously connected devices, adding smart power status display features.
Far beyond a simple external battery, brands like EcoFlow and Jackery offer portable power stations and EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra and the DELTA Pro 3, capable of even powering household appliances, professional tools, or supporting an entire home during power outages. These batteries can be fully recharged using solar panels in just a few hours, providing a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative, with applications in emergencies, outdoor work, or camping without losing connectivity.
La sustainability It is reflected in accessories such as the solar umbrella Anchor Solix, designed for the beach with perovskite solar cells and 100W of power. It provides shade and simultaneous charging for mobile phones, tablets, or small appliances via USB-C and XT-60 connections, breaking new ground on how to integrate power generation into everyday objects.
In everyday life, the Swippitt system reinvents the way to always have a charge on your phone: simply swap the discharged battery case for a fully charged one at the hub, eliminating the need to plug in your phone every night and adding convenience to the user, especially in home or work environments with high energy demands.
Hyper-tech home: smart appliances and IoT
The connected home is already a reality, thanks to the integration of new IoT appliances that They automate tasks, improve efficiency and make everyday life easier.Refrigerators that manage your shopping list, washing machines that can be programmed from your mobile phone, and climate control systems that adapt to the context are just the tip of the iceberg.
One of the stars in this field is the domestic robot Amazon Astro: Equipped with Alexa and security cameras, it patrols your home, detects anomalies, and helps manage connected devices. It also offers reminder and assistance functions for seniors. All centralized for greater security and control.
Another advance is the scale Withings body scan: It not only measures weight, but also performs a comprehensive body scan, including body composition, electrocardiogram, and nerve activity. If it detects a heart abnormality, it automatically sends the information to your phone (or your doctor) for proactive family health monitoring.
The progress of home automation is also evident in smart switches such as Flic Duo, a minimalist remote control that allows you to customize actions at home, such as adjusting the light intensity or raising and lowering the blinds by sliding them, all adaptable to your needs and with the portability to be used in any area of the house.
Energy efficiency is another pillar: from smart thermostats (like the new Ecobee Essential, which learns and programs air conditioning cycles to save energy) to smart 4K monitors, such as the LG MyView, which function as both a TV and a connected screen for streaming, providing versatility and space savings.
New frontiers in mobility: autonomous vehicles and transportation gadgets
Mobility is undergoing a revolution thanks to the steady rise of autonomous and electric vehicles. Driverless driving is now possible in controlled environments: Tesla has obtained permits to operate robotaxis on established routes in the United States, and the Model S incorporates the Full Self-Driving system with 360-degree sensors and almost weekly OTA update programming.
Other proposals such as the Amazon's Zoox, a completely symmetrical robotaxi without a steering wheel or pedals, promises to transform urban transportation into smart cities. The innovation goes beyond cars: Aptera Solar EV It is an ultralight vehicle covered in solar panels, with a range of up to 650 km per charge and zero emissions, ideal for environmentally friendly urban or rural journeys.
In a more playful line, the transformable go-kart of Segway Pro 2 allows you to go from a nimble 42 km/h vehicle to a console-compatible driving simulator in a matter of minutes, all with 360-degree haptic feedback.
Electric cargo bikes like the Trek Fetch+ 2 They also provide sustainable transportation alternatives for families and professionals, integrating powerful engines, long-range batteries, and connected systems to monitor their statistics and adapt assistance to the terrain.
Amazing innovations: gadgets that redefine what's possible
Not everything is related to what we might imagine today. Technological innovation has given rise to devices designed to surprise, create new experiences, or solve previously unthinkable problems.
In the kitchen, the air fryer with AI Dreo ChefMaker 2 learns your recipes and automatically adjusts times and temperatures, while the Kirin Electric Salt Spoon uses microcurrents to simulate the salty taste on the tongue without adding sodium, a solution for those looking to take care of their health and enjoy the flavor.
In personal care and rehabilitation, the chair Bodyfriend Standing Rovo 733Inspired by Transformers, it allows you to manage exercises, help you sit down and stand up, and monitor biometric indicators, although its price places it in the more exclusive range.
We have seen mirrors that measure health (FaceHeart Cardio Mirror), smart backpacks made with recycled materials from the oceans (Targus Coastline EcoSmart), physical keyboards for smartphones (Clicks Case), AI baby monitors (Maxi-Cosi See Pro 360°) capable of distinguishing different types of crying, and even 3D printers of human tissue, which are expected to be key in the medical revolution.
Manufacturers are also betting on extreme customization and focusing on very specific niches: from electrochromic sunglasses that automatically adjust their opacity, to portable companion robots that hang from bags (Mirumi), through to smart locators for people or objects, or gadgets focused on space exploration such as the exclusive Anicorn Europa Clipper watch, which counts down the days until the arrival of NASA's mission to Jupiter's moon Europa.
Disruptive trends: security, miniaturization and satellite communication
Security and privacy are no longer secondary issues: security systems facial recognition, eye scanning and biometrics Advanced technologies are incorporated into locks, smartphones, and home security devices, raising the level of protection and agility in access and control.
Quantum computing is tentatively emerging in prototypes for specific tasks, although its real impact on daily life will still take some time to materialize. Equally relevant is the satellite miniaturization, which will enable highly targeted sector-specific applications and, in the future, offer personalized telecommunications services.
Another milestone is satellite communication accessible to all, thanks to devices such as the HMD OffGridThis gadget allows you to send and receive messages in environments completely isolated from mobile phone or Wi-Fi networks, opening up a new range of possibilities for travelers, adventure athletes, and professional teams that require complete connectivity anywhere in the world.
Entertainment, gaming and productivity: innovation and customization
The entertainment sector is one of those that has absorbed the most technological innovation. Portable consoles such as the Acer Nitro Blaze 11, with a nearly 11-inch, 144Hz touchscreen, AMD Ryzen processor, 16GB of RAM, and detachable controllers, takes the portable gaming experience to new heights, blending the versatility of a tablet with the power of a desktop computer.
For home theater lovers, the laser projector AWOL Vision Vanish Turn any living room into a 100- or 120-inch home theater with a motorized screen that automatically retracts and HDR quality.
There's no shortage of productivity-oriented gadgets, such as the Satechi SM1 Slim Bluetooth backlit mechanical keyboard with multipoint compatibility, or multifunction charging stations for the most demanding users who use multiple devices simultaneously.
In the field of audio, active and adaptive noise-cancelling headphones have evolved rapidly. JLab JBuds ANC, Technics EAH-AZ100, Audio-Technica ATH-TWX7 or Mojawa HaptiFit Terra (the latter with smart sports coach functions and heart rate-based vibration notifications) put the sound experience and comfort at the center, including artificial intelligence functionalities for calls and dynamic adjustment of sound parameters.
Personalization and convenience also extend to the organization of personal and professional spaces, with monitor stands with integrated ports (Razer Chroma Monitor Stand), smart backpacks, and Wi-Fi 7 mesh systems for large spaces.
The current gadget landscape is as broad as it is surprising: every product presented at the major tech fairs in 2024 and 2025 not only introduces a new feature, but It marks the beginning of new ways of interacting with technology and understanding the digital world around us.From the integration of artificial intelligence into everyday devices to sustainability, health, safety, and mobility, advances demonstrate that innovation is more alive than ever and that there is still much to be invented. If you're passionate about technology, prepare for a paradigm shift in your daily life, because upcoming releases promise to transform every aspect of our lives.