The Computex technology exhibition in Taipei wraps up on Friday following a week packed with bizarre yet impressive product unveilings.
Euronews Next dedicated the week to scouring the exhibit for the most functional, aesthetically pleasing, and let’s be honest, the strangest technology announcements.
These were the highlights from the exhibition floor.
Handheld gaming
Gaming plays a huge role at Computex, and accordingly, there were numerous exhibits showcasing related content.
A significant amount of attention has been drawn to MSI’s enhanced Windows PC portable gadget, the Claw A8 featuring the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor.
Available in a range of vibrant colors, this device features an integrated front-facing camera and microphone, giving players the flexibility to forego using a headset.
This device features an impressive 80Wh battery along with a spacious display. Additionally, it appears to be the pioneering handheld gadget equipped with the premium Z2 Extreme processor and offers ample amounts of RAM.
There is no announced launch date yet, but this development coincides with the upcoming release of the Nintendo Switch 2.
A split keyboard
Although split keyboards aren’t entirely novel, one created explicitly for gamers is.
At the exhibition in Taipei, Asus showcased its ROG Falcata, a wireless keyboard designed with magnetic connectivity for easy attachment and detachment.
The primary purpose of this design is to provide gamers with ample room for their mouse movements. Gamers may find the right side of the keyboard less relevant since they primarily use the W, A, S, and D keys.
Alternatively, if it’s not intended for gaming, you can simply separate the two sections for a more comfortable typing experience.
The launch date is scheduled for this summer, however, the pricing remains undisclosed as of now.
The affordable smart ring
Although smart rings tend to come with a higher price tag (consider Samsung’s Galaxy ring, retailing at approximately €449, or
Ultrahuman’s luxurious ring made of 18-carat gold
At approximately €2,000, Acer presents a more modest option.
The firm showcased a titanium smart ring priced at $199 (€175), and notably, it does not require any subscriptions—a feature uncommon among similar products.
The ring is available in black or rose gold and offers a battery life of four days. It displays health information including heart rate, sleep quality, and blood oxygen levels.
It will be up for sale this summer.
A beautiful laptop lid
The tech company MSI presented a stunning laptop lid that appears as though it was intricately hand-painted.
MSI collaborated with the Japanese art studio Okadayo to produce a limited-edition lacquered print laptop.
The artwork can similarly be applied to a computer mouse.
The initial design features Hokusai’s renowned work, The Great Wave off Kanagawa. For now, MSI plans to manufacture just a few hundred units each month due to the additional processes needed to apply the artwork during production.
All the computer cases
A key highlight at Computex was the remarkable creativity displayed, with an abundance of strikingly attractive yet unconventional PC cases being particularly noteworthy.
A lot of these options featured vibrant designs with various themes, while some even included integrated beer and wine taps. Ultimately, it boils down to individual taste.
