Each January, Las Vegas hosts CES, the world’s largest consumer technology show. As Bath’s trusted home entertainment specialists, we’ve analysed the most exciting developments in TV and audio technology that will shape your viewing experience in 2025 and beyond.
What Was New at CES 2025?
Next-Generation Display Technologies
Samsung, LG, and Panasonic unveiled groundbreaking advances in TV technology. Samsung’s Neo QLED 8K QN990F introduces sophisticated AI upscaling – particularly useful for clients wanting to future-proof their home cinema installations. The TV analyses content frame by frame, enhancing picture quality regardless of the source material.
LG’s 2025 OLED lineup brings notable improvements with their four-stack OLED technology. The G5 series promises enhanced brightness levels – a crucial feature for clients with bright, period properties featuring large Georgian windows.
Panasonic’s flagship Z95B OLED and W95B Mini LED TVs demonstrate their continued commitment to picture excellence. The Z95B introduces new OLED panel technology and an upgraded speaker system, while the W95B Mini LED brings enhanced Dynamic HDR capabilities. These advancements are particularly relevant for our custom home cinema installations, where premium picture quality is essential.
Enhanced Audio Solutions
Audio innovations were equally impressive. Technics celebrated their 60th anniversary with the EAH-AZ100 wireless earbuds, demonstrating that premium audio continues to evolve in both quality and convenience.
For the increasing number of vinyl enthusiasts, Pro-Ject’s new T1 Evo turntable range offers high-fidelity sound at accessible price points, proving that traditional audio formats remain relevant in our digital age.
Key Developments for Home Integration
HDMI 2.2: A Significant Upgrade
The introduction of HDMI 2.2 marks a substantial advancement for custom installations. With 96Gbps bandwidth and improved latency management, this new standard will enhance the performance of high-end home cinema systems – particularly beneficial for period properties where cable routing requires careful planning.
Streaming Improvements
Disney+ announced HDR10+ support, joining their existing HDR formats. This development ensures optimal picture quality across different TV brands, simplifying our recommendations for clients’ specific needs.
Our Expert View
We’ve spent over 60 years helping local households navigate technological changes. Many of these CES 2025 innovations will enhance your viewing experience, but choosing the right solution depends on your space and preferences. Our installation team can advise on the best options for your property, whether it’s a contemporary apartment or a listed Georgian townhouse.
Beyond Traditional Tech
While our focus remains on practical home entertainment solutions, CES 2025 also showcased some intriguing concepts. Transparent displays and shape-shifting screens hint at future possibilities, though we’ll wait until these technologies mature before considering them for installations.
And Finally… The Unexpected Side of CES
While we focus on practical home entertainment, CES 2025 wouldn’t be complete without its share of surprising innovations. Yukai Engineering introduced Mirumi, a small fluffy robot designed to perch on handbags and make eye contact with passers-by – perhaps not essential tech, but certainly conversation-starting. They also unveiled the Nékojita FuFu, a tiny robot that cools your hot drinks by gently blowing on them. And for the health-conscious, the Electric Salt Spoon emerged as an ingenious Japanese invention that makes food taste saltier without adding extra salt.
For personalised advice on integrating any of these new technologies (well, maybe not the drink-cooling robot) into your home, visit our showroom in central Bath. Our experienced team can help you select and install the perfect system for your space.
