By Emeka Aginam, Asst. Online Editor
With the Nigerian Information Technology Association of Nigeria, (ITAN) expected to fly the Nigerian flag  at the  2011 International Consumer Electronic Show, CES  slated for this week  in Las Vegas,  United States of America, more than 1,200 technology companies from outside the Unites States, a 25 percent increase over 2010, will be among the 2,500 exhibitors that will be showcasing their  latest consumer electronics (CE) products.

The 2011 International CES will run from January 6-9 and is expecting more than 120,000 attendees from more than 130 countries.
As the world’s largest consumer technology trade show, the International CES attracts industry leaders from around the world, with 22,000 attendees from outside the United States.

CES participates in the International Buyer Programme  are sponsored by the US Department of Commerce.
As part of this programme, buying delegations from more than 25 countries will attend the show, looking   to meet their next business partner and experience the latest technologies.

“The 2011 International CES is a renewed opportunity for Morel to exhibit its latest, innovative products at the world’s prominent venus, Nir Paz, Morel’s sales and marketing director, based in Ness-Ziona, Israel. said, adding that ,  “Morel designs, engineers and manufactures a wide range of handcrafted, award-winning speakers and raw drivers for the mid to high-end OEM, home and car audio markets with over 35 years of renowned experience. CES is the place to unveil our new loudspeakers and latest technological achievements.”

CES is expected to feature  20 market-specific TechZones, including new destinations: 3D@Home, with content creators, service providers and TV manufacturers that make 3D in the home a reality;

Access on the Go, with devices changing the way content is accessed, showcasing the most innovative devices in eBooks, netbooks, smartbooks and tablets; Broadband Communications, highlighting the role of the underlying infrastructure in expanding broadband capacity; and Connected Home Appliances which will bring white goods to the show floor for the first time in CES history, including the latest interactive, energy efficient and SmartGrid enabled appliances.

“After the 2011 International CES, the IDEAL LIFE wireless connected health devices and communication platform will be available to consumers,” said Jason Goldberg, president and founder of mobile health solutions provider, IDEAL LIFE, based in Toronto, Canada.

“Consumers can be connected securely with their health care team, their family, even their exercise partners through their chosen channel of communication, via products that are both easy to use and affordable. IDEAL LIFE wireless health solutions empower consumers with the knowledge and feedback they require to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.”