2 chapters across the catalog
The hosts wrap up the episode by briefly mentioning the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), dismissing most of the new products as gimmicky or unnecessary upgrades like 4K TVs with built-in Roku. They joke about doing a remote segment from the floor of CES in the future. The show concludes with a reminder to check the show notes for the Clinton Foundation research and the John McAfee video before signing off from Austin and Silicon Valley.
Consumer Electronics Show, Junk Vendors and Small Retailers
John C. Dvorak reflects on his time at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, comparing its current atmosphere to the former Comdex show. The hosts criticize the presence of "junk" vendors and small-scale retailers selling cell phone skins and miscellaneous items. They question the business logic of small mom-and-pop operations purchasing expensive booth space at a major international trade show.
