Jan 9, 2016 6:59 AM

Gallery: The Best Photos of CES 2016: Drones, VR, and ... a Pigeon

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Drones as far as the eye can see.
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There are still some old-school immersion tactics. This attendee is sitting through a pre-programmed routine to lower his heart rate and help him feel more relaxed.

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CES's infamous "booth babes" were, of course, back for 2016.
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Even connected cars need manual upkeep.

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VR easily outdid regular reality at CES.
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At CES, where there are chairs, there are people sleeping.

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Chevy's booth to promote the Bolt, its new electric car, had a beautiful, aquatic vibe.
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A wall of OLED televisions.

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To understand the technology, one must step inside the technology.
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Telepresence tech was back at CES this year.

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VR headset demos are a major hit at this year's show.
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Who needs chairs?

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Flying drone demonstrations were held in safety cages like this one.
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Attendees wait their turn for a VR "experience."

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