Gallery: Our 10 Favorite Things From the 2014 Luxury Tech Show

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    The Luxury Technology Show caters to New York's most affluent technology lovers, showcasing high-end gadgets and home theater products.
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    At $7000 to $15,000, Krell Illusion pre-amplifiers are premium home-audio components.
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    The Avegant Glyph
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    The futuristic MWE Emperor workstation surrounds the user with five computer monitors in a touchscreen-controlled globe.
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    The Kaleidescape Cinema One can store 100 Blu-ray discs and lets you download movies directly from its online service.
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    The Android SmartWatch connects to both iPhone and Android phones, and it comes with interchangeable bands.
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    The LCD-X is the latest open-backed model from high-end headphone makers Audeze.
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    The iWallet can only be opened by the owner's fingerprint.
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    The vTrue Studio Headphones made from forged aluminum are Velodyne's leading model.
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    Opulus iPhone and iPad cases protect your Apple stuff with high-end materials such as Alcantara suede.
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    The McLaren 12C Spider is one of the fastest consumer cars on earth.
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