CES is when we tend to see audio manufacturers showing off devices and software that go beyond current design or functionality. It’s a time to show proof-of-concepts that demonstrate the endless possibilities of sound, and CES 2025 was no different. I walked about 500 miles (a rough estimate) around the show floor looking out for smart new audio ideas, and I found plenty.
From earbuds that double as air purifiers, to devices that convert to new hearing aids, to spatial audio conversions, audio innovations were happening all around Las Vegas. These are the audio tech innovations I tried that most stood out to me from the show – though follow these links if you just want the best headphones and earbuds of CES 2025, or the best speakers of CES 2025.
