A car that drives itself and glasses that translate a
menu as you read it are some of the glimpses of
tomorrow on offer at a gadget fair near Tokyo that began
on Tuesday.
The Cutting-Edge IT & Electronics Comprehensive
Exhibition (CEATEC) threw open its doors to thousands of
visitors eager to sample gizmos they will be using in
future.
The highlight of the tech fair for many is Japanese
carmaker Nissan, which showcased self-driving cars that
allow the driver to kick back and take their eyes off the
road.
A series of sensors constantly monitors the road and
objects nearby, turning the wheel automatically to avoid
obstacles. "Most accidents are caused by human error,"
said Nissan in a release.
Vehicle makers are working to integrate automobiles and
houses, with the vehicle able to power the home -
especially useful in times of blackouts caused by natural
disasters.
Honda is showing off a mock installation in which a
motorbike powers a gigantic kettle.
"Welcome to the future garage that Honda has designed.
This is how automobiles and communities will be
connected," said Honda president Takanobu Ito.