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Jan. 10 (UPI) -- Intel Corp.'s 49-quantum-bit chip was unveiled at the weeklong CES 2018 convention of consumer electronics manufacturers in Las Vegas. The annual tech show, formerly known as the Consumer Electronics Show, features the rollout of new technological devices and equipment.
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The Intel chip, announced in October but unveiled at the show this week, promises to "allow researchers to assess and improve error correction techniques and simulate computational problems," Intel said.
The company's announcements included information regarding its neuromorphic research chip. Code-named "Loihi," it is designed to imitate neuron communication in the brain, and can make machine learning more efficient and eventually enable municipal infrastructure to better communicate with autonomous vehicles.
Also at the show, LG Electronics unveiled its ThinQ artificial intelligence platform, new OLED and LED televisions, digital voice assistants and updated commercial robots.
Toyota displayed its e-Pallette concept vehicle, an autonomous driving car that's sharable between individuals and businesses.
Panasonic introduced an assortment of electric car batteries and a smart highway concept, as well as home products, including smart speakers, cameras and turntables. Television maker TCL showcased its next-generation Roku TV media players.
Samsung introduced new televisions, home appliances, laptops and car technology, and announced all its consumer products will be AI-enabled by 2020 -- and said its Galaxy S9 smartphone will be introduced in February.
Hanson Robotics unveiled Sophia android, who took its first steps with newly-developed legs. The robot famously was granted Saudi Arabian citizenship in 2017.
CES 2018 runs through Friday.
