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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    Don't forget to pick up the goodie bag.
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    One of the scores of VR headsets on display this year.
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    Drones aren't just for flying.
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    The "giant wall of televisions" display motif was popular this year.
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    Attendees roam the health technology area of the Las Vegas Convention Center.
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    Netatmo's new security camera at work.
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    A booth worker demonstrates the latest in smart footwear.
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    Can somebody please tell me where to find the foodcourt?
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