At this year’s CES, ZDNET collaborated with other CNET groups (CNET, PCMag, Mashable, Lifehacker) and the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) to select official Best of CES 2025 award winners in 12 categories.
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This award is presented to exhibitors at CES 2025 who offer compelling new concepts and ideas, products that solve key consumer problems or set new standards in performance or quality. Ultimately, the winner will be determined by on-site demonstration and evaluation by experts and editors.
ZDNET is exhibiting at CES 2025 in Las Vegas all week, and ZDNET’s expert editors helped determine the top products and services in the following categories at the show.
Wellness/Fitness TechnologyAIPrivacy and SecurityTransportation and MobilityPC/LaptopTV/Home TheaterSmart Home/Home TechnologySustainabilityGamesMobileWeirdest/Most UnexpectedOverall Best
3 of the Best of CES 2025 winners
Among this year’s 12 Best of CES winners, ZDNET had a special affinity for three companies:
1. Nvidia Cosmos
CES Grand Prize and Overall Grand Prize in AI Category
Cosmos is an AI platform designed to transform robotics and self-driving cars. Using Nvidia’s Omniverse AI and simulation, we train robots with realistic imagery, including 20 million hours of training video, helping to close the data gaps that limit the progress of today’s robots and self-driving cars. .
2.Ultraloq bolt mission
CES Best of Privacy and Security Award
Ultraloq Bolt Mission is a smart lock and the first to support Ultra Wide Band (UWB) for hands-free unlocking. It features both UWB and NFC unlocking capabilities, offering homeowners not only convenience but also privacy and security.
3. Ozro Sleep Buzz
Best of CES in Wellness/Fitness Technology
Developed by three former Bose engineers, Ozlo Sleepbuds are praised for their comfort and effectiveness. Masks environmental noise and helps users fall asleep quickly even in the noisiest environments.
Remaining Best of CES winners
To see all 12 official Best of CES winners, check out CNET’s complete list.
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