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CES 2019: TVS TAKE CENTER STAGE

The Consumer Electronics Show that takes place each January in Las Vegas has evolved into a broad showcase for the latest technology developments—everything from robots and VR hardware to smart bathtubs and toilets can be seen and experienced. But for Sound & Vision, the main items of interest are the TVs. CES remains a showcase for set-makers to unveil the high-profile products they’ll release in the year to come. It also gives them a chance to dazzle attendees with future-tech concepts that may or may not ultimately make it to market. Here are the TVs and trends that caught our eye at CES 2019.

Roll-up OLED: LG Signature Series 65R9

LG’s CES booth featured an array of roll-up OLED TVs that raised and lowered in synchronized formation. Along with being able to roll up and down on command using Alexa voice control, the new Signature Series 65R9 OLED features the company’s A9 Intelligent picture processor and supports Apple’s AirPlay 2 and HomeKit. Its