1. Razer Enki Pro HyperSense gaming chair

What is it: This is Razer’s next model in its line of Enki gaming chairs, loaded with additional RGB lighting and a haptic motor.

What’s cool: This haptic motor will vibrate along to more than 2,200 PC games, films and songs, similar to the rumble motors in game console controllers. Eventually, Razer says all PC games will support this feature, as will some of the most popular streaming services. We tested a very early version of this product at CES 2019, and we’re happy to see it prepping for release.

What’s not: Razer hasn’t described how this product will be powered, and it is likely to need quite a bit to drive the haptic motors and the new lighting effects.

Price and availability: To be determined.

2. Apeman Seeker One Series Action Cams

What is it: New smart action cameras that give cyclists a 360-degree view of their surroundings, plus a digital dashboard that’s both a heads-up display and speedometer.

What’s cool: It’s like the Swiss Army knife of action cams. Although safety may not seem “cool” to someone who doesn’t ride often, cyclists will appreciate Apeman’s focus on mitigating the risks of riding.

What’s not: The camera’s stability and a cyclist’s focus. It’s hard to know how well the mount will keep a cam steady (or even attached), especially for mountain bikers. Also, will the digital dashboard draw too much attention away from the road?

Price and availability: Apeman’s Seeker series is available now (albeit in limited stock), from US$290 via early bird pricing.

3. Razer x Fossil Gen 6 Smartwatch

What is it: A limited-edition Fossil Gen 6 smartwatch made with gaming brand Razer. The watch offers sleep and activity tracking and comes with two different watch bands (standard black and a Razer-themed black and green variety).

What’s cool: This particular Razer-branded Fossil Gen 6 also happens to be one of the first with Google’s revamped WearOS 3, which features app updates (and quick-switching between them), performance improvements and a new health platform, among others. The watch tracks heart rate and blood oxygen levels, too. And did we mention the Razer branding? Because it’s there, and it looks awesome for gamers.

What’s not: This product is a limited capacity run of just 1,337 (referencing the gamer meme) units. It’s too bad that the debut of Google’s latest WearOS will be made in such limited supply.

Price and availability: The Razer x Fossil Gen 6 Smartwatch launches January 2022 for US$330, and will be available in a limited quantity, via Fossil and Razer.

4. Moonbike

What is it: This fully electric snowbike is far lighter than a traditional snowmobile, runs for three hours on a single charge, and can travel at speeds of up to 42km (26 miles) per hour.

What’s cool: It’s a 100 per cent electric snowbike. What else is there to say? This thing looks incredibly fun to drive, and the fact it weighs roughly three times less than a snowmobile means it should be a lot easier to handle. It’s also entirely electric and runs whisper quiet. That means cruising through the snow in silence while also doing your part to reduce fuel consumption – that’s a win-win.

What’s not: Its feasibility. Sure, it looks like a blast to drive, but is it really all that practical for anyone who doesn’t live in an area with a ton of annual snowfall?

Price and availability: The Moonbike is available for order now, starting at US$8,500.

5. Invoxia Smart Dog Collar

What is it: Invoxia’s Smart Dog Collar is a wearable for medium-sized and large dogs that tracks them with GPS and measures their respiratory and heart rates.

What’s cool: The collar uses radar and an algorithm to figure out a dog’s vital signs. Invoxia says the collar is great for monitoring dogs on medication or recovering from surgery, but it also detects early signs of heart disease. You can also track down your missing pup and view their activity levels to ensure they’re getting enough exercise.

What’s not: Many paediatricians don’t like health tracking devices for infants and children, and we wonder if veterinary surgeons will see owners bringing in dogs because of false alarms. Also, the collar doesn’t yet work for small dogs.

Price and availability: Invoxia goes on sale summer 2022 for US$99 with a subscription cost of US$13 per month.

6. RainStick Shower

What is it: The RainStick Shower recycles and cleans water, so it uses 80 per cent less water and 80 per cent less energy than a traditional shower.

What’s cool: The RainStick collects the water it puts out, filters it through a mesh screen and treats it with UV light, then continues to spray. It repeats the process up to six times per shower. Because it has Wi-Fi, you can track your water and electricity usage over time. Normally, showers use lower pressure to save water, but the RainStick should still deliver a powerful spray because it relies on a recycling method instead.

What’s not: The price is prohibitively high for many people, and a professional needs to install the RainStick during a remodel. Also, there’s an ongoing cost for the shower’s cleaning system product, which you’ll also have to buy through the company.

Price and availability: RainStick drops later this year for US$3,495.

7. Sony PlayStation VR2

What is it: Sony’s next version of its virtual reality headset made exclusively for its PlayStation 5 console.

What’s cool: The first PlayStation VR (PS VR) on PS4 was already an engrossing experience with some excellent games. With a new, exclusive Horizon franchise game in the works, PS VR2 should hit the ground running. I’m also excited by the spec sheet, particularly 4K HDR resolution, eye tracking and a vibration motor in the headset – none of which were in the previous model.

What’s not: We have no idea what it looks like, how much it will cost, and when it will be released. All we know is that it’s in development. The original cost almost as much as a PS4, but we hope the VR2 won’t match PS5 prices.

Price and availability: Unfortunately, only Sony knows that so far.

8. Samsung Eco Remote 2

What is it: Like last year’s model, Samsung’s latest TV remote charges through solar energy without batteries. This new model adds “RF harvesting”, which lets it draw power from a router’s radio waves.

What’s cool: Samsung’s remote is already “effective enough to run on electric lights, such as standard light bulbs”. USB-C charging is also still included, just in case you ever need to plug the remote in for immediate power. But the included radio wave-charging could eliminate wired charging outright.

What’s not: The 2021 model worked well when we reviewed the Samsung QN90A TV last year, but it remains to be seen whether the new “RF harvesting” is useful at all.

Price and availability: The new Samsung Eco Remote will be included with the company’s 2022 TVs.

9. Samsung’s Micro LED displays

What is it: Micro LED displays are advanced screens that deliver big improvements over any TV you’ll find in stores right now. They’re also modular in design, so manufacturers can allow users to add, remove or shift pieces of the display for different sizes and shapes.

What’s cool: Samsung has shown off Micro LED TVs at CES for years, and they never fail to impress. We saw a 110-inch model last year, and it’s still one of the most incredible displays we’ve ever laid eyes on. Micro LED has the potential to combine everything we love about other display technologies while minimising all their weaknesses.

What’s not: The biggest hurdle for Micro LED tech right now is price. The TVs are prohibitively expensive and are currently only available in giant screen sizes. And, despite their incredible contrast and brightness, their modular design can cause seams in the display to be visible.

Price and availability: Some ridiculously expensive Micro LED options are already available in luxury and commercial markets. Samsung says a new 89-inch model will be released in 2022, but pricing hasn’t been confirmed. For reference, the company’s 110-inch model launched for about US$156,000 last year.