This January, over 4,500 exhibitors gathered in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show — one of the world’s biggest tech events — for the ultimate display of new innovations that will soon transform our daily lives. Boiling down a “Best of CES 2025” list is a difficult task, but we’re here to highlight some incredible products that rely on switch technology for a variety of features.
Best of CES 2025: Products with Switches
#1. Kirin Electric Salt Spoon
In many parts of the world, people aged 20 and over struggle with excessive salt intake. This can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. To address these nutritional issues, many attempt to adopt a low-sodium diet but ultimately struggle with the taste and feel dissatisfied with their meals. Enter Kirin’s Electric Salt Spoon: a tableware-type device that passes a weak electric current from the tip of the spoon to the food to enhance the meal with a salty, savory taste.
You simply turn the power on with the switch on the handle of the spoon, select the desired intensity (from four levels) and use it like a regular spoon. It’s recommended for use with soups, curry, fried rice, ramen noodles and other meals in general.
Innovate with E-Switch: TL3303 Series SMT Tactile Switch
- Surface mount (SMT) design
- 6mm x 6mm
- 100gf, 160gf or 260gf operating force
- Multiple actuator height options
- Reliable dome contact technology with strong tactile feedback
#2. Roborock Saros Z70
The Saros Z70 is the first mass-produced robotic vacuum with a foldable five-axis mechanical arm for cleaning. The arm allows the Saros Z70 to move obstacles out of the way and clean previously blocked areas. It can perform simple household tasks and can be programmed to recognize and organize household items. For example, it can pick up socks and bring them to your closet, sandals can go toward the entrance rug and crumpled paper goes to the disposal.
The Saros Z70 is fitted with dual cameras: one on the mechanical arm and one at the front of the vacuum. As well as a camera, the arm also has an LED light and precision sensors, including one that prevents it from lifting items over a safe weight threshold. Additionally, there’s an emergency button and child lock for added safety.
Innovate with E-Switch: LB22 Series Illuminated Pushbutton Switch
- Single-pole or double-pole functions with latching or momentary circuit
- Multiple body and cap color and style options (laser etched power symbol available)
- IP65 rated for dust and moisture protection
- Electrical Rating: 3A @ 250VAC
- Silver or gold contacts
#3. Nuance Audio: Hearing Glasses
1.25 billion people worldwide suffer from mild to moderate hearing loss, and Nuance Audio offers a streamlined solution with hearing glasses that are available in two stylish designs and two different colors to complement any look.
Wearing Nuance Audio Glasses addresses the audibility challenge by providing amplification and enhancing the clarity of the speaker you’re facing. These glasses feature an innovative microphone array and groundbreaking “beamforming” technology, creating a focused beam in the direction you’re looking. The sound in this targeted area is amplified, while the surrounding areas remain unaffected. This results in maximum amplification for the person directly in front of you, effectively addressing the challenge of understanding speech in noisy environments for those with mild to moderate hearing loss.
Innovate with E-Switch: TL3780 Series Ultraminiature, Low Profile SMT Tactile Switch
- Surface mount (SMT) design
- Ultra-miniature: 2.0mm x 3.0mm
- Very low profile: 0.60mm height
- 100gf, 160gf, 240gf or 330gf operating force
- Up to 500,000-cycle electrical life expectancy
#4. Lotus Ring
Lotus is a wearable ring that controls objects at home by pointing and clicking. The Lotus Ring functions like a remote, controlling lights, fans or anything a wall switch controls with infrared technology. Conveniently worn on your finger, it’s lightweight, waterproof and with you at all times. The ring’s actions operate through magnetically attachable Switch Covers, which don’t require the internet, apps or rewiring.
Innovate with E-Switch: TL3312 Series Miniature, Low Profile SMT Tactile Switch
- Surface mount (SMT) design
- 3.7mm x 3.7mm
- Very low profile: 0.35mm height
- 0.15mm travel
- 160gf or 235gf operating force
That’s the very best of CES 2025 — the 2026 event is again scheduled for Las Vegas from Jan. 6th through the 9th.