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As the 44th International CES draws closer tech fans and environmentally conscious consumers are waiting to see the latest household electronics and connected appliances. For the first time in the history of the event International CES 2011 includes the category of 'connected home' which encompasses integrated smart grid products and intelligent appliances, over 100 exhibitors will be displaying products in this category. Prior to International CES the Homex Exhibition running over Christmas in Hong Kong will be home to the latest products in the field of interior design, furniture and domestic appliances.
10th Homex & Household Exhibition
December, 24-27
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center
Hong Kong
The 10th annual Homex and Household Exhibition is aimed at promoting designs that reduce the problems associated with modern living. This year's exhibition is strongly linked with mainland China and will focus on furnishings, household appliances and interior design. However, the Homex & Household trade show lacks the international exposure of trade shows such as Ambiente (February 2011) or ISH (March 2011).
http://www.hka.com.hk/mini/homex10/homex10_eng.html
44th International CES
January 6-9, 2011
Las Vegas Convention Center/Las Vegas Hilton
Las Vegas, America
One of the biggest consumer electronics events of the year CES, which has been running since 1967, is often used as a launching pad for the latest consumer gadgets. With the smart grid and connected home appliances becoming an increasingly common phrase eyes will be turning towards International CES 2011 where the big names in the smart appliance industry are planning to showcase their latest intelligent, energy saving appliances. The event attracts over 126,600 visitors each year and is one of the most important dates on technology enthusiasts' calendars.
http://www.cesweb.org
28th IMM Cologne
January 18-23
International Expocentre Fairground
Germany, Cologne
A showcase of household designs for the following year, IMM Cologne 2011 features a specialized section dedicated to young, emerging designers, attracts exhibitors from around the world and is billed as the "central meeting place for exhibitors and designers." Last year's event attracted 100,000 visitors from 120 countries. A number of designers at this year's event are exploring how we can re-design our futures and give householders more flexibility in interior design. The Living Kitchen exhibition, which showcases the latest in kitchen product design and hosts a number of kitchen-related and cooking shows, will run concurrently to the event.
http://www.imm-cologne.com
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