Hits and misses at CES

LAS VEGAS: This year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) turned out to be the largest on record, despite a slow economy and what many industry pundits agree is a dearth of genuine scene-stealers.

But as with most years, avid — and hardy — attendees can always find a few gems that stand out from the inevitable tidal wave of headphones, Internet-enabled home appliances and gadget casings.