For gamers who are interested in finding out what the year holds, it is useful to turn to the annual CES event. CES 2023 began on January 5 and rounds off on January 8. With the bulk of the event done, viewers have had a chance to watch presentations from various tech manufacturers giving a sneak peek at what the future brings. There have been lots of exciting new technology advancements, and they may have a big impact on the gaming world, whether it involves new GPUs or new gaming monitors from Samsung.

From Sony, gamers can look forward to a new controller that will make gaming more accessible for gamers regardless of their physical abilities. Various manufacturers also showed up to uncover their gaming laptops which will be hitting the market throughout the year. Whether gamers are looking for a new television to complement their 4K gaming console, or whether they're looking for the next best gaming laptop, CES 2023 made it very clear that there is plenty in store for everyone.

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Sony at CES 2023

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Sony made an appearance at CES 2023, and it had a lot to show off that will keep the gaming world buzzing for a while. Perhaps the most interesting revelation is Project Leonardo. This new gadget is geared toward making gaming more accessible. This controller takes on a round form, and it is highly customizable. With its swappable buttons and suite of software options, gamers will be able to fine-tune their gaming experience regardless of their physical abilities. Sony promised to share more details soon, though it proves that PlayStation is thinking beyond the DualSense Edge when it comes to its range of controllers.

Gran Turismo also got quite a bit of attention. It was revealed that the latest entry in the long-running racing simulator series, Gran Turismo 7, will be receiving a VR version at the launch of the PSVR 2. This is an exciting revelation, as Gran Turismo 7 is already a title that aims to immerse gamers in the racing experience. A VR mode will only enhance this effect. Sony also provided an update on the upcoming Gran Turismo movie being directed by District 9's Neill Blomkamp. Based on the story of Jann Mardenborough who went from playing Gran Turismo to being a real-life professional racer, the upcoming film will bring top-notch cinematography thanks to Sony's state-of-the-art cameras. It releases worldwide on August 11.

New Hardware Revealed at CES 2023

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There was also plenty of new hardware revealed during the event that will impact gaming. After the Acer Nitro 5 sales recently, the company also revealed new hardware revealed, including the Helios 18 and 16. They both feature top-of-the-line gaming capabilities, OLED displays, and back-lit keyboards. The Helios 16 will be available in March, while the Helios 18 launches in April. Acer also showed off its new Predator gaming monitors. The Predator X45 is a 45-inch OLED curved monitor, while the Predator X270 is a 27-inch flat monitor.

LG also put on quite the show by directing everyone's attention toward its gaming laptops. It revealed more variations of its Gram laptops which are ultra-thin without skimping out on power. For console players, LG's gaming monitors also included new entries, including the new LG M3 which is nearly entirely wireless. A wireless box will be the central hub where users can connect anything they need to, but the television can stand on its own, which should help to untangle many living rooms.

Intel also showed up to unveil the Core i9-13980HX, which is the world's first 24-core laptop processor. This will be used in several new laptops from Asus, including the ROG Strix Scar 18. Intel also announced that the era of Pentium and Celeron budget CPUs is over, and they will be replaced by the new N-series chips. Not wanting to be outclassed, Nvidia also had a fair bit to show off, including the new RTX 4070 Ti GPU. It was also confirmed that Nvidia will be releasing five laptop GPUs this year. This will include the RTX 4080 and RTX 4090, as well as Max-Q versions of the RTX 4050, RTX 4060, and RTX 4070.

Although not strictly for gamers, it would be a mistake to not mention Lenovo's Yoga Book 9i. It is notable, as it is the first full-sized dual-screen laptop. Powered by the latest Intel Core processor, this laptop is ideal for creative types working on visual art, or for folks who want to work while having some light entertainment running on the second screen. For gamers, Lenovo also revealed the Legion Pro 5i and Legion Pro 5, which are its newest top-shelf gaming laptops.

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A Cool New Toy for Dog Lovers at CES 2023

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Although most gamers prefer having fun while seated on a couch, a cool new gadget for dog lovers was showcased during CES 2023, and it might give gamers a new buddy to get active with. Dog-E is a robot dog created by WowWee, and the small puppy features realistic movements and sounds. The dog can interact with its owner and the environment thanks to its audio sensors, touch sensors, and tail that shows icons to communicate. The owner has to bond with the dog, and it can perform several actions, including growling, barking, and licking someone's face. Anyone interested in the cool toy will be able to pick it up for $80 in September.

Technology remains on its ever-improving path forward, which only benefits gaming. Intel's new GPU will raise the ceiling for what gaming laptops are capable of, while LG's new televisions will add extra clarity to already great-looking games. As Sony illustrates, there have also been innovations in gaming accessibility that will ensure the industry continues to grow and accommodate as many gamers as possible. Although CES 2023 is a long event, the highlights point to an interesting tech and gaming year ahead.

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