10 tech goodies that grabbed the attention at Computex in Taiwan

AI Vision from Wixtar

Walk into a pub with a bunch of friends and let the frontline store operation helper take orders using an interface projected onto the table. Or walk into a grocery store, and while checking out, the machine will take you through the entire process. It can calculate how many units of a product you have taken or if there’s an offer on a certain product. The system can interact and respond in real time, recommend products, and guide the meal-ordering process. We walked in and picked up a small glass of beer and munchies in under a minute.

Acer SpatialLabs View Pro 27

3D video games and videos are the future. The effect can be experienced without wearing special glasses. There is an eye tracker near the monitor which ensures the 3D effect can be felt no matter the angle at which you are standing. Under the hood, the machine features a 4K panel capable of hitting 160Hz refresh rates. The glasses-free technology will cut the resolution in half while using 3D mode because the stereoscopic 3D display and the lenticular lens are actually providing two separate images to offer the depth effect, so resolutions are dropped to 2K per mode.

Acer PD1520Us

The portable ultra-wide projector works well even in well-lit areas. Enjoy 6,000 LED lumens of bright visuals, crisp FHD resolution, a compact design, and the ability to transform any surface into a display. For convenience, Acer offers a 5200mAh battery kit, offering up to two hours of portable operation. The projector also integrates a smart platform, allowing users to install apps to access a wide range of entertainment options.

ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 (Doom edition)

The graphics card and its exclusive bundle celebrate the legacy of three pioneers in the PC gaming space. The ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 OC DOOM Edition looks back at the origins of PC gaming while making a bold push into the future. On GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards, gamers can experience DOOM: The Dark Ages enhanced with DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation and Ray Reconstruction. DLSS Multi Frame Generation will ensure GeForce RTX 50 Series gamers can enjoy smoother frame rates and increased detail levels and resolutions. Gamers can also experience idTech8 native ray tracing delivering next-level graphics fidelity, speed, and visuals.

Asus AirVision M1

These smart glasses put your vision on a giant virtual screen, right in front of your eyes at the perfect viewing angle. The device features two Full HD micro OLED displays, one for each eye. Plug the AirVision M1 into a compatible device, and you’ll see a big screen before you. The experience is like sitting a reasonable distance away from a massive 100-inch screen meant exclusively for you.

Asus Jelly75 keyboard and wireless mouse

The Asus Jelly75 Keyboard KD201 is a durable mechanical keyboard and a jelly-like transparent appearance. It offers versatile three-mode connectivity of 2.4GHz, USB, and Bluetooth for seamless switching between up to five devices. Its hot-swappable switches enable easy typing customisation, while the comfortable gasket mount minimises noise and vibrations.

The company’s wireless mouse MD105 offers comfortable and efficient use with side buttons for enhanced control. Its dual-mode connectivity of Bluetooth and 2.4GHz allows pairing with up to three devices for easy multitasking. Users can adjust DPI settings of 1200, 1600, and 2400 for precise cursor control across different screen resolutions.

ZenFone 12 Ultra

The phone is giving Google Pixel a run for its money. ZenFone 12 Ultra comes with a 6.78-inch display and is built to endure daily challenges — it comes with IP68 water and dust resistance, safeguarding against unexpected splashes and drops. ZenFone 12 Ultra features a professional-grade tri-camera system, enhanced by AI capabilities. There’s a main camera with 50MP Sony Lytia 700 image sensor with a six-axis hybrid gimbal stabiliser 4.0; a 32MP telephoto lens with 3X optical zoom and OIS; a 13MP ultra-wide lens with 120-degree FOV; plus a 32MP front camera with an RGBW sensor. Running the show is Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform.

Zenbook A14

Crafted from a full ceraluminum chassis, it weighs less than a kilogram. Ceralumium is 10 times stronger than ceramic and three times tougher than anodised aluminium, offering scratch resistance and a lasting patina. Snapdragon X Series processors deliver power efficiency and performance with multi-working-day battery life, and the dual-fan thermal system ensures optimal cooling and boosts CPU TDP up to 45W with minimal noise. As a Copilot+ PC, it enhances productivity and creativity with advanced AI capabilities.

RGB charging cables

These cables were all over Computex and we couldn’t stop admiring the ones from Qingsea. You can get USB-C to motherboard extension cables that make gaming PCs look different. For example, the ones for the motherboard come with dazzling neon lights. Some of the products are available on Amazon but if you are in Taiwan or China, make sure you pick these up... they are inexpensive.

Mechanical keyboards

If you enjoy typing, get a mechanical keyboard. They can be expensive but the satisfying clicks are worth it. Our picks have sturdy cases, durable PBT keycaps, and smooth lubricated stabilisers. The pricier models come with RGB backlighting, hot-swappable switches, wireless connectivity, and full programmability.

(The reporter was in Taiwan on an invitation from BenQ)