The CES 2010 opened with a large emphasis on 3D technology, be it 3D television, 3D for computers or 3D content. High definition Skype on internet enabled television and the Microsoft keynote address with prototype touchscreen tablet was also seen.

 

Though the crowds remained enthusiastic, the state of the economy was reflected at the notably smaller CES 2010. Instead of two separate convention centres, the action this year was largely confined to a single one. Most companies didn't have booths, but had booked meeting rooms. 
 
The first experiance here is 3D, showing the clear emphasis on 3D technology, be it 3D television, or even 3D for computers.  At the Pepcom Digital Experience event, a low key 3D demonstration took place from Cyberlink, which creates software to run 3d movies on computers and nVidia, which makes the glasses. 

 
Then there were major electronics brands like Sony, LG, Toshiba, Samsung, Sharp and Panasonic who tried to out do each other with their own 3D products. Sony promised its own 3D TV with the same high definition depth as seen in the recent 3D extravaganza, Avatar. 
 
Panasonic on the other hand, was gearing tech watchers with plans to launch 3D enabled Viera televisions and Blu-ray players by spring, apart from the first ever 3D camcorders. It also announced a partnership with DirecTV for two 3D television channels which would carry content like sports and music, by June.
 
For 3D television content, there have already been promises by certain television networks like ESPN and Discovery, apart from dedicated 3D movies that are already being produced by major studios. Meanwhile, Sony also confirmed a downloadable software update for Sony PlayStation 3 later in the year, which would enable the gaming console to play 3D Blu-ray movies.
 
There was also a lot of focus on High definition Skype videos for internet enabled television sets, by both LG and Panasonic. This technology will provide Skype, the popular free calling device on internet enabled television sets via video calls.
 
There was also the much debated about keynote address by Microsoft chief executive Steve Ballmer which was more anticipated for providing a hint of new technologies from the software giant. Microsoft did not disappoint and included prototype touchscreen tablet computers, apart from announcing that Project Natal, the upcoming gesture based control system for the Xbox 360 video game console, will be available before Christmas this year.