Device demos from CES 2013 were our top videos for January. Google’s Nexus 4, Samsung’s Galaxy Note 10.1, ZTE’s Grand S, and Broadcom’s LTE modem were among the most popular, as was Broadcom’s demonstration of consumer products that use its NFC technology.
1. Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 demo
Adobe developed custom features for this tablet, making it a true iPad rival when it comes to editing and manipulating photos.
2. ZTE Grand S Demo
“The inspiration for the Grand S is truly a fusion of modern technology and human needs,” said ZTE chief design officer Hagen Fendler. The Chinese smartphone maker prides itself on cost control, but apparently spared no expense in designing its flagship device.
3. Broadcom demos new LTE modem
Broadcom says carriers will prioritize VoLTE this year in order to free up precious 3G spectrum. The company shows how it tests VoLTE call quality with its newest LTE modem.
4. Broadcom demos NFC-enabled products at CES 2013. From video games to mobile payments, near field communication is making inroads with smart devices and smart consumers. Broadcom showed us some of the applications using its NFC chip at CES 2013.
5. Google Nexus 4 device review
The hard-to-get Google Nexus 4 is “shipping soon” according to the Google Play store. LG, the Korean company that makes the phone, demoed the device for RCR at CES 2013.
