12 Everyday Items Get the High-Tech Treatment

Innovation may not be synonymous with tennis rackets, toothbrushes or underwear, but 2014 is the year that everyday items will undergo a massive high-tech makeover.

During last week's International CES, companies launched products in line with the "the Internet of Things" trend — a term that refers to bringing Wi-Fi connection, and ultimately, the Internet to common objects

We saw a smart bed from Sleep Number that watches you while you sleep, tracking your snooze cycle and even adjusting your position so you don't snore. There was also a smart grill from Lynx, which uses voice commands and cooking algorithms to remember how you like your meat cooked. Read more...