Attendees Connect to the Latest Wireless Technology at the 2006 International CES; CES Debuts the Hottest Content-on-the-Go Products and Innovations.ARLINGTON, Va. -- The latest cutting-edge products and technology in the wireless industry connect once again at the 2006 International CES to the more than 130,000 industry professionals at the world's largest display of wireless products. The International CES, the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow, returns to Las Vegas Las Vegas (läs vā`gəs), city (1990 pop. 258,295), seat of Clark co., S Nev.; inc. 1911. It is the largest city in Nevada and the center of one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the United States. , January 5-8, 2006. "Wireless technology continues to deliver more portable content for the connected consumer and attendees at this year's International CES will be among the first to experience the new products and technology changing the face of the wireless world," said Karen Chupka, vice president of events and conferences for the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA CEA carcinoembryonic antigen. CEA abbr. carcinoembryonic antigen CEA (Carcinoembryonic antigen) (R)), the producer of the International CES. "With conferences and SuperSessions focusing on wireless education and TechZones, such as Bluetooth and WiMedia Ultrawideband, that feature the latest in wireless products and content-on-the-go, the International CES is a one-stop shop One-Stop Shop A company or a location that offers a multitude of services to a client or a customer. The idea is to provide convenient and efficient service and also to create the opportunity for the company to sell more products to clients and customers. for the hottest products and trends emerging on the wireless market." This year's International CES will house 199 conference and SuperSessions, enabling attendees to hear from top industry professionals on key technologies and trends including the latest emerging developments in the wireless industry. Sessions such as "Wireless Rules the World" will focus on the impact of the growing wireless market and the ultimate effects and expectations of the end user. The "New Frontiers New Frontier President John F. Kennedy’s legislative program, encompassing such areas as civil rights, the economy, and foreign relations. [Am. Hist.: WB, K:212] See : Aid, Governmental " session, part of the EE Times Great Minds, Great Ideas conference program, will explore the future of wireless technology and examine new opportunities within the growing industry. Additionally, as part of the CES Industry Insiders series, Ivan Seidenberg Ivan G. Seidenberg (born December 10, 1946) is the CEO of Verizon Communications. As chairman and chief executive officer of Verizon Communications Inc., formerly Bell Atlantic and previously NYNEX, Seidenberg steered those companies through two of the largest , chairman and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Verizon, will discuss growth opportunities in the wireless industry on Thursday, January 5, at Innovations Plus at the Sands. The International CES is the hub for wireless content, delivery, infastructure and hardware. With a robust line-up of wireless players, including Sprint, AT&T, Qualcomm, Verizon, Research in Motion, Mobile ESPN Mobile ESPN is a cellular phone-based sports information service offered by ESPN and Verizon Wireless. It will be carried on the Verizon Wireless Network after it is relaunched in May of 2007 as the ESPN MVP. , Leap Wireless Leap Wireless International Inc. is a public telecommunications company that provides customers with affordable wireless services through its subsidiaries, Cricket and Jump Mobile. , Sanyo and Palm Inc., the International CES is the essential event for this industry segment. Every major wireless handheld manufacturer will be exhibiting at the 2006 International CES, including Audiovox, LG, Motorola, Nokia, Samsung and SonyEricsson. For a complete list of wireless exhibitors, including manufacturers, service providers and distributors, visit the CES Exhibitor Directory at http://www.cesweb.org/attendees/directory/. The 2006 International CES features several TechZones, both at the Las Vegas Convention Center The Las Vegas Convention Center is owned and operated by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and is located in Clark County, Nevada. It is one of the largest Convention centers in the world. At the end of 2004, the center had 3. (LVCC LVCC Las Vegas Convention Center LVCC Las Vegas Country Club LVCC Liverpool Victoria County Championship (England, cricket) LVCC Lakewood Village Community Church LVCC Lucas Valley Community Church (San Rafael, CA) ) and at Innovations Plus at the Sands, focused on emerging developments and ground-breaking achievements in wireless technology. The Bluetooth TechZone, part of the Innovations Plus at the Sands, highlights the newest developments in short-range wireless products. The Digital Car/Telematics TechZone, located in the North Hall of the LVCC, features the latest innovations in digital car products. With the goal of making travel easier and more convenient, attendees will test the latest in wireless communications wireless communications System using radio-frequency, infrared, microwave, or other types of electromagnetic or acoustic waves in place of wires, cables, or fibre optics to transmit signals or data. and handheld devices emerging in the mobile electronics market. These exhibits and events will ensure that CES attendees are the first to experience the hottest innovations in wireless technology from industry manufacturers, developers and retailers. For more news on CES before, during and after the show, including individual conference sessions and TechZones, visit www.CESweb.org, the interactive source for CES information. Note to Journalists: Press and analyst registration is available at CESweb.org. Detailed press conference information also is available in the Press Room section of CESweb.org. Journalists are encouraged to arrive in Las Vegas by Tuesday, January 3, 2006 to take advantage of all the CES press conferences and events, including CES Unveiled on January 3 at 4 p.m. in the Bellini Bellini (bĕl-lē`nē), illustrious family of Venetian painters of the Renaissance. Jacopo Bellini (yä`kōpō), c.1400–1470, was a pupil of Gentile da Fabriano. Ballroom
A ballroom is a large room inside a building, the designated purpose of which is holding formal dances called balls. of Innovations Plus at the Sands. About CEA: The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent pre·em·i·nent or pre-em·i·nent adj. Superior to or notable above all others; outstanding. See Synonyms at dominant, noted. [Middle English, from Latin prae trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 2,000 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline Land based. Refers to standard telephone and data communications systems that use in-ground and telephone pole cables in contrast to wireless cellular and satellite services. communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory accessory, in criminal law, a person who, though not present at the commission of a crime, becomes a participator in the crime either before or after the fact of commission. products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $122 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org, the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry. CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES - Defining Tomorrow's Technology. All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy.
UPCOMING EVENTS
-- CES Unveiled: The Official Press Event of the International
CES
January 3, 2006, Las Vegas, NV
-- 2006 International CES
January 5-8, 2006, Las Vegas, NV
-- 2006 CEA Winter Summit
March 2-4, 2006, Vail, CO
-- CEA 2006 Winter Technology and Standards Forum
March 6-10, 2006, Clearwater Beach, FL
-- CEA Entertainment Technology Summit
March 15-16, 2006, Washington, DC
-- Digital Patriots Dinner
March 15, 2006, Washington, DC
-- EHX Spring 2006
March 28-April 1, 2006, Orlando, FL
-- CONNECTIONS (TM) - The Digital Home Conference & Showcase
May 2-4, 2006, Santa Clara, CA
-- 2006 PARA Conference
May 3-7, 2006, Hilton Head, SC
-- The 10th Annual Consumer Electronics CEO Summit
June 21-24, 2006, Southampton, Bermuda
-- 2006 SINOCES
July 7-10, 2006, Qingdao, China
-- 2006 CEA Summer Technology and Standards Forum
July 24-28, 2006, Coronado, CA
-- CEA Industry Forum
October 16-18, 2006 San Francisco, CA
-- 2007 PARA Conference
May 16-20, 2007, Coronado, CA
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