By now you’ve heard the news that Circuit City is closing roughly 150, or 20%, of its stores and laying off thousands and employees. Not only does this bring the credit crisis to the forefront of our minds, but it makes us think of future consumer electronic sales.
Circuit City specializes in "flat screen tvs, plasma TVs, digital cameras, notebooks and pcs of all brands," as described by their site.
Increasingly these types of technological devices are being sold at big box stores like Wal-Mart, or online.
With the Circuit City closures as our inspiration, the slideshow below highlights some of the hottest tech innovations in the TV, camera and computer genres in 2008.
42 Cutting Edge Consumer Electronics
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Computers of the Future
The Curved iMac
41
Extreme Sports Cameras
Rush
40
Recycled Camera Bracelets
Old School Camera re:vision
39
Ping Pong Spy Cameras
The Ultra Subtle DVR CamBall
38
Eco Bracelet Computers
The Flux PC
37
Aromatic Laptops
Asus F6 Scented Notebooks
36
Mega TVs
150 Inch Panasonic Plasma TV
35
Camera for the Blind
Touch Sight
34
$98 Linux Laptops
The 7" HiVision miniNote
33
MacBook Air Is Not The Thinnest Notebook
Mitsubishi Pedion Is
32
Projected Monitors
Computers in Pens
31
Floating Waterproof Portable TVs
Sony Bravia XDV-W600
30
Political Protest Protection
The Miranda Camera
29
Slim Cameras
BenQ T850 is "World's Slimmest" 8MP
28
AMOLED Notebooks
Samsung Prototype
27
Lipstick Digital Cameras
The Curventa Compact Fashion Camera
26
Fashion TVs
Armani/Samsung LCD TV
25
Tattooed Laptops
Michael Dinges 'Dead Reckoning' Exhibit
24
Green Notebook Packaging
HP Pavilion DV6929 Comes in Eco Messenger Bag
23
Fingernail Cameras
Make Everything Your Touch Pad
22
GPS Convergence
The GPS Map Shot Bracelet, Camera and Post Card
21
Independent Split-Screen Laptops
Xentex Flip-Pad Voyager
20
Supercar Branded Laptops
Bentley Gets Geeky With Ego
19
Telescope-Inspired SLRs
One Hand Camera
18
Methanol Powered Laptops
PolyFuel Lenovo T40 ThinkPad
17
Waste-Reducing Computers
Clear by Wataru Watanabe
16
Computers for Artist & Designers
Canvas PC
15
Wallet Cameras
Sony Snap
14
Computers as Plant Pots
Dell's Eco-Friendly O Project
13
YouTube-Ready Camcorders
The JVC Everio Video Camera
12
E-Paper Digital Cameras
The Shelly
11
LUPE Touchscreen Camera
A Different Kind Of Shot
10
Ultimate Mobile Printer on Your Notebook Lid
Trak
9
His & Hers Laptops
Giles Deacon Limited-Edition Notebooks
8
Mini Digital Cameras
Leica M3
7
Keyring Webcams
The Multitasking Mini Digital Camera
6
13.5 Megapixel Cameras with GPS
Nikon Coolpix P6000
5
Heatless Laptops
'Float Away' Notebook Protects Your Crotch
4
Anti-Blink Cameras
Pentax Optio V20
3
Portable TV Shows
The BBC iPlayer
2
Postcard Cameras
Snap + Send Postcard
1
1.6-Inch HDTVs
Toshiba IK-HD1
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Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Industrial Cellphone Concepts
The Nokia N90 x Nothing Concept by Viet Doan Duc is Retro and Modern
Nostalgic Computer Graphic Cameras
Retrospekt and Polaroid Collaborated on a New Camera
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Futuristic Camping Trailers
LG's 'Bon Voyage' is Capable Of Towing Small & Large Vehicles Alike
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Millennium-Inspired Cellphones
These New Nokia Phones are Nostalgic with Modern Features
LED Can Concepts
The Pepsi Smart Can Has a Flexible HD Display & Sound System
Revived Tech Brand TVs
The Sansui 55-inch OLED TV is Feature-Rich and Low-Cost
Autonomous Micro Markets
Micromart Features Digital Price Tags & AI Product Recognition Sensors
Retail Store Revamps
H&M Updates Shopping Experience with Luxe, Tech-Savvy Store in London
Compact TV Replacement Projectors
Epson's EF-21 and EF-22 Smart Projectors are Hassle-Free
AI-Powered Bakery Pop-Ups
The Betty Crocker Dream Bake Studio Beats "Baker's Block" with AI
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Wireless Transparent Oled TVs
LG is Unveiling the LG Signature OLED T at CES 2024
Compact Big-Screen Modern Projectors
LG Introduces the New CineBeam Q Projector
Transparent OLED Premium Televisions
LG Unveils the Impressive Signature OLED T Smart TV
Pocketable Handheld Devices
'Cake' is a Case That Transforms Apple Watches into Pocketable Devices
Nostalgic Flip Phone Concepts
The Nokia N90 by Viet Doan Duc Reimagines a Vintage Design
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Engaging Shelf Displays
Netvisual is Elevating In-Store Advertising with its Shelf Edge Displays
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Star-Studded Tech Campaigns
Jewellery Pros and Music Talent Promote the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
KATE Shibuya Offers Immersive Digital and Physical Experiences
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
Candid Furniture Campaigns
Life is Not an IKEA Catalog Shows a Different Side of Home Products
Projection-Style Computer Models
The Conceptual MacBook Go Prioritizes an All-in-One Form
Nostalgic Cellphone Digital Devices
Aalto University Launched the Nokia Design Archives
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
Transparent Crystalline Laptops
The Lenovo Project Crystal Has a 17.3-Inch Transparent Display
Retail Overconsumption Campaigns
Coachtopia's 'The Wasted Parts' Explores Overconsumption Culture
Connected Luxurious Home Appliances
LG Expands Its Ultra-Premium LG SIGNATURE Lineup at CES 2025
Pager-Inspired Power Banks
The Conceptual Beeper Power Bank by PTPC is Vintage-Modern
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Small-Format Department Stores
Macy’s Unveils Plan to Open Up to 30 Small-format Stores
At-Home Productivity TV Monitors
The Latest Samsung Smart Monitors Come in Three Models
Sustainable Smart Cottages
The LG Smart Cottage is a Compact Prefab with Cutting-Edge Tech
Groundbreaking Glare-Free TVs
The Samsung S95D QD-OLED TV Measures in at 77-Inches at CES 2024
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Multifunctional Portable PC Systems
Sun-il Kim Designs the Cylin Concept with a Cylinder Shape
Computer-Vision Self-Service Kiosks
Toshiba's Vision Kiosk Identifies Items Without Barcodes
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Global Fashion Promotions
E-Commerce Giant SHEIN Launches Extended Holiday Shopping Event
Future-Proof POS Systems
Metcalfe's Market is Expanding Toshiba Self Checkout System 7 Solutions
Transparent Television Screens
Samsung Revealed a Transparent Microled Display at CES 2024
LivePaper Computer Displays
The Daylight Computer Company Features a Sustainable Display
Paper-Like Display Smartphones
The TCL 50 NxtPaper and 50 Pro NxtPaper are Easy on the Eyes
80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices
Ahmed Esmael Designs a New Range of Retro Device Concepts
Elegant Working Desk Concepts
The Mindset: Built-In Computer Desk by Designer Dot is Efficient
Exclusive Oversized TV Memberships
The TCL 115-inch QD-Mini LED TV Comes with Club 115 Membership
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Retro Appliance Baby Monitors
The Conceptual SMEG Baby Monitor by Priyanshu Maiti is Cutesy
Malleable Stretching Displays
This Stretchable Display from LG Display Stretches by Up to 50%
Digitized Retail Shelf Labels
Lidl GB is Rolling Out Electronic Shelf Labels to All Its Stores
Retailer E-Waste Disposal Programs
Staples Canada & eCycle Solutions are Redefining Tech Recycling
E-Waste Take-Back Boxes
Trashie's Tech Take Back Box Responsibly Recycles Electronic Devices
Retrofuturistic Tube Amplifier Jukeboxes
LG Introduces the DukeBox with a Clear OLED Display
Ocular Support Smartphones
The TCL 40 NXTPAPER is a CES 2024 Innovation Optimized for Human Eyes
Linear Retro Six-CD Players
Bang & Olufsen's Beosystem 9000c is Premium and Nostalgic
Charged Phone Ads
Apple's 'Miss You' Ad Features a Personified Plug Longing for a Phone to Charge
Scenario-Driven Home Cinemas
Hisense's TriChroma Laser TV L9H is User-Friendly & Adaptable
AI-Powered TVs
Toshiba TV's AI Football Mode Captures More Fast-Paced Action on the Field
Transparent TV-Speaker Hybrids
The LG DukeBox is Coming to CES 2024
Power-Free Retail Displays
The Philips Tableaux 5150I Uses E Ink Spectra 6 Technology
Desktop GIF Displayers
The Cyber Cube is Bringing 2D mages to Life
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Future-Facing Charging Concepts
These Wireless Charger Concepts Imagine a True Wire-Free Future
Crystalline Tech Devices
The Conceptual Apple Clear Series by Vadzim Sadouski is Transparent
Easily Customizable Laptops
Lenovo's New Laptop Features an E-Ink Display
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Low-Power Paper-Like Retail Signs
The Samsung Color E-Paper Display Has an Eye-Friendly Profile
Affordable Back-to-School Campaigns
Staples Canada Embraces the Theme of '90s Throwback Pricing
In-House Minimalist Apparel
Crescent’s Contemporary Women’s Clothing for Timeless Elegance
Ultra-Bright Laser Theater Projectors
The NEC NC1503L Digital Cinema Projector Hits 14,000 Lumens
Stretched Retail Shelf Displays
The P1.875 HD from MDS Rise Enables Real-Time Marketing In-Stores
Illusory Artwork-Displaying TVs
Hisense CanvasTV Hides in Plain Sight When Not in Use
Retro Arcade Circuit Boards
Atari Debujts a Series of Retro Circuit Boards for its Modern Audience
Budget-Friendly Laser Televisions
Formovie Launches the Advanced Laser TV C3 in India
Nature-Inspired Tech Booths
SUMSEI is Said to Unveil a Distinctive Booth at CES 2024
High-Power Compact PCs
These ASUS Ultra-Compact PCs Made Their Debut at CES 2024
Small-Format Tech Stores
Best Buy Express Offers Curated Tech & Exclusive Telecom Services
Self-Updating E-Ink Newspapers
Project E Ink Presents Fresh Headlines Daily
Home Theater-Packed Suitcases
LG's StanbyME Go is a Portable Compact Home Theater
Tech-Powered Business Solutions
Apple Business Connect Leverages the Brand's User Base
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Illuminated Charger Design Concepts
Jones & Partners Presents a Look at the New Current Concept
Oversized Micro LED Televisions
The TCL X11H Max is 163-Inches and Only Available in China
Digital Delivery Service Storefronts
Instacart Storefront Lets Retailers Customize the Interface
Linkable Productivity Monitors
Samsung The Link Monitors Connect Using Pogo Pins at CES 2024
Eco Eye-Friendly Display Technologies
The HANNspree ecoVISION Paper Display is Versatile
Exploratory Art Exhibits
The Saga of the Department Stores Exhibit Explores Shopping’s Evolution
Sleek E-Waste-Reducing Computers
Wipro Infotech Unveils a New Line of Eco-Friendly Computers
Updated Pet Store Concepts
Pets at Home Unveils New Interactive Screens at its Relaunched Location
Paper-Like Display Smartphones
These New TCL Smartphones Prioritize Eye Comfort
Recycling Advocate Holograms
HypnoCat is Promoting the Great Cable Challenge in Waterloo Station
Saucy High-Definition Screen Campaigns
Zaxby’s is Leveraging the Busy Black Friday Shopping Period
Expansive Office Retailer Promotions
The Staples Home & Office Sale Will Kick Off 2025
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Large-Scale Digital Signage
TouchSource & Centennial Have Collaborated on a New Marketing Project
Camera Gear Product Displays
GoPro Has Announced a Significant Retail Expansion at Best Buy
Glare-Free E-Paper Computers
Daylight Debuts the Groundbreaking & Highly Anticipated DC-1 Computer
Singing Competition Audio Electronics
The Voice Electronics Take After the Hit ITV Studios Show
Two-Day Retailer Sales
Best Buy is Offering a 48-Hour Sale from July 16th to July 17th
Christmas Shopping Centers
Staples Canada Launches Holiday Gift Centre for Personalized Shopping
Artful Flush-Mount TVs
The C1 Canvas Art TV Has No External Connection Box for a Clean Aesthetic
Digitized Retail Shelf Labels
Croatian Retailer Studenac is Implementing Electronic Shelf Labels
Electronics-Branded Football Jerseys
LG Electronics Canada is Partnering with the Toronto FC
QR Code Shopping Assistants
Nintendo Implemented Icecat Tech to Enhance In-Store Shopping
Chromatic E-Ink Marketing Posters
The Sharp ePosters Use E Ink Gallery Plus ACeP Technology
Recipe-Recommending Smart Fridges
Samsung's Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator Offers "AI Vision"
Cinema Screen Lamps
Haneul Kim & Cinema Chain CGV Created New Lamps from Salvaged Screens
Clean City EV Chargers
Jon Henry General Store Implemented Charging Stations in a Historic US Town
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
High-Tech Ultrawide Monitors
INNOCN Highlights Its Product Offerings Just in Time for Prime Day
Engaging DIY Electronics Retailers
SparkFun Electronics Lowers Costs with DIY Approach
Hospitality-Focused AI-Driven Lighting Solutions
SAVE Electronics Aims to Enhance Guest Experience
Affordable Tech Campaigns
Hisense Has Launched Its UNLOCK FOR BLACK FRIDAY Campaign
Multipurpose Compact Televisions
The SOUROUND by SHS Shih is Made for Compact Residences
Precision Computer-Like Televisions
The 2024 LG OLED M4 Has Been Announced Ahead of CES 2024
Ultra-Large Automotive Displays
LG Display Unveiled the 57-inch Pillar-to-Pillar LCD at CES 2024
Retro-Futurism Video Cameras
This Super 8 Camera Concept by Juliana Iacono is Nostalgic
Electronic Waste-Built Racing Cars
Lazerian and Envision Racing Design the Recover-E Series
Distraction-Free Flip Phones
Consumer Cellular Unveils its 'Shot on Flip Phone' Campaign
Personalized TV Operating Systems
The webOS Software Will Greatly Enhance LG Smart TVs
4K Cinematic Laser Televisions
Leica Breaches into New Realms with the Leica CIne 1 TV
Advanced TV Displays
TCL Releases the Brand New C655 PRO QLED TV to Enhance Home Entertainment
Mindful Tech Product Certifications
Calm Tech Certified™ May Boost Consumer Loyalty and Trust
Large-Screen Sports Campaigns
Hisense Debuted Its Big Game, Big Screen Initiative
Intelligent 4K Monitors
These Crystal-Clear LG Monitors Are Embedded With Smart TV Tools
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Briefcase-Compact Office Set-Ups
Worky Designs the Compact and Portable Home Office
Video Call Shopping Services
Apple's Specialist over Video Service Enhances Personalization
Holiday Meal Savings Campaigns
The Dollar General 'Decked Out In Deals' Campaign is Cost-Conscious
Modular Customization POS Systems
The Toshiba TCx 900 Has a Compact Form with Enhanced Security
Entertainment-Ready PC Monitors
The ASUS ZenScreen Smart is the Brand's First with Google TV
Provocative Eco Screensavers
Planet-Saving Screen Savers Encourage Switching Off Devices
Computer Evolution Museums
Evolution Museum Explores Iconic Computers Through History