The event has morphed over the last few years from a show of stereos and TVs into a much more comprehensive review of state-of-the-art technology, as the notion of what constitutes "consumer electronics" has expanded and grown more sohisticated. Another aspect of the show is to serve as a leading indicator of trends in technology, design and brand development, expecially among large, established players such as Motorola and Microsoft.

Given the confluence of design, technology and Las Vegas, the show is enough to make a designer's head spin. Repeatedly. But since we can't all make it to the show, we've collected a few snapshots of standout items to share.