2013 conference - CES

Conference Tracks
Session material as of December 17, 2012. Visit Conference.CESweb.org for current program updates.
Wednesday, January 9 LVCC, North Hall, N254
2:45–3:45 p .m .
The FCC’s Regulatory Agenda for 2013
Hear what the FCC commissioners have to say about important
regulatory and policy issues, including spectrum allocation,
accessibility, nationwide device compatibility and other hot topics
dominating the conversation in 2013.
Moderator: Cecilia Kang, National Technology Reporter,
Washington Post
Panelist: The Honorable Ajit Pai, Commissioner, Federal
Communications Commission
4–5 p .m .
Some Countries Want the UN to Regulate the
Internet . So, What’s the Problem?
The movement to regulate the Internet through the international
treaty process could impact how companies and organizations
exist in cyberspace and your individual rights to expression online.
Our experts, who recently attended the ITU’s World Conference on
International Telecommunications, predict what could happen to
YOUR Internet and what you can do about it.
Moderator: Ambassador David Gross, Partner, Wiley Rein
Thursday, January 10 LVCC, North Hall, N254
10–11 a .m .
E-waste Policy in the U .S .
In April 2011 the Consumer Electronics Association and leading CE
companies announced the eCycling Leadership Initiative and Billion
Pound Challenge, which set ambitious goals and expectations for
recycling consumer electronics. What effect has the initiative had on
the broader e-waste policy discussion? Can it be the model for a
national, industry-driven e-waste policy?
Panelists: Cindy Erie, President, E-World Recyclers
Garth Hickle, Product Stewardship Team Leader,
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Mike Moss, Director, Environmental Affairs, Samsung
The Honorable Stephen Urquhart, Senator,
Utah State Senate
Mike Watson, Director of Compliance, Dell
Scott Weislow, Director, Recycling and Waste
Minimization, Best Buy
11:30 a .m .–12:30 p .m .
Energy Efficiency: Is Industry Leading the Way to
Energy Savings in Electronics?
When states attempt to mandate their way to increased energy
efficiency, innovation and consumer choice often suffer. Are there
alternatives friendlier to innovation, competition and consumers?
Learn how the electronics industry has taken the lead on saving
energy (and money) for consumers and businesses and what to
expect in 2013.
Panelists: Steve Dulac, Director, Engineering, DIRECTV
Jon Fairhurst, Energy, Ecology and Television
Standards, Sharp Labs of America
1–2 p .m .
Driving the Debate on Safe Driving
Public attention continues to focus on the relationship between safe
driving and driver distractions. What efforts are underway to
address the issue of distracted driving? How successful are they?
What is the federal government’s appropriate role?
Presenter: David Strickland, Administrator, National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration
Panelists: Link Hoewing, VP, Internet and Technology, Verizon
Isaac Litman, CEO, Mobileye Inc.
Brent Olson, VP, Public Policy, AT&T
John Ulczycki, Group VP, Research, Communications &
Advocacy, National Safety Council
2:30–3:30 p .m .
Taking Flight: New Approaches to the Use of
Consumer Electronics on Airplanes
Produced in partnership with APEX
The Federal Aviation Administration formed a government-industry
group to study airline policies for the safe use of mobile devices in
flight. Do these policies inhibit innovation and passenger
convenience? Are U.S. passengers and airlines at a competitive
disadvantage? Airline, technology and regulatory professionals
discuss the policy, technical and operational issues at stake.
Moderator: Jonathan Norris, Executive Director,
APEX Media Platform
Panelist: Pal Bjordal, President and CEO, AeroMobile
Patrick Brannelly, VP, Product, Publishing, Digital and
Events, Emirates Airline
Kate Hanni, Founder, FlyersRights.org
Paul Misener, VP, Global Public Policy, Amazon.com
9:30–10:30 a .m .
Conference Tracks
Session material as of December 17, 2012. Visit Conference.CESweb.org for current program updates.
Here a Photo, There a Photo
Consumers are capturing more images on more devices than ever
before. What are they doing with all of these images? Learn how
consumers share and print photos and how satisfied they are with
the process. Discover potential areas of opportunity for improving
existing capabilities and building new ones.
Presenter: Rhonda Daniel, Manager, Market Research, Consumer
Electronics Association (CEA) ®
11 a .m .–Noon
International Digital Gaming: Threats
and Opportunities
Gaming is undergoing a massive sea
change. Digital platforms are threatening
the traditional retail business, but also
opening countless opportunities. In this presentation we explore
trends in global digital gaming, and understand who’s playing and
paying on what platforms, including console, PC and mobile.
Presenter: Grant M. Johnson, President, Interpret LLC
12:30–1:30 p .m .
Holiday 2012: A Mobile Movement or
Ending on a Flat Note?
CEA’s Shawn DuBravac and NPD’s Stephen
Baker review the 2012 holiday season and
preview 2013. Product launches in some
core tech categories were expected to drive
revenue: Were they strong enough to end 2012
on a positive note or just enough to lift the
holiday season out of negative territory?
Presenters: Stephen Baker, VP, Industry Analysis, The NPD Group
Shawn DuBravac, Chief Economist, Director,
Research, Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) ®
Just the Facts: Research, Reports FREE
and Revelations
These popular sessions reveal the unvarnished truth about trends, high flyers,
has-beens and what’s next. The just-ended holiday season is the coming year’s
buying bellwether, and we have the stats on who won and lost the competition for
consumer dollars. Other presentations touch on every part of the industry, from
fitness to Android, content to gaming and much, much more. Arm yourself with the
facts and figures for a solid start to the new year.
Tuesday, January 8 LVCC, North Hall, N261 Thursday, January 10 LVCC, North Hall, N253
12:30–1:30 p .m .
Let’s Get Physical: Getting Connected with
Emerging Fitness Technologies
What motivates consumers to purchase emerging fitness
technology products? How are they using and sharing information
regarding their fitness goals? This presentation focuses on which
features consumers want most in their fitness products and how
device connectivity can help them lead healthier and more
productive lives.
Presenter: Kevin Tillmann, Sr. Research Analyst, Consumer
Electronics Association (CEA) ®
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2–3 p .m .
All about Android
Android is the dominant smartphone platform
in the U.S. Nielsen’s Scott Brady shares the
latest insights from the company’s metered
data and in-depth surveys. This is the place to learn everything you
need to know about Android consumers in the U.S.
Presenter: Scott Brady, Sr. VP, Digital Analytics, Nielsen
3:30–4:30 p .m .
TV Everywhere: Who’s Making What Content
Available Where?
Pay TV operators are taking their competition
beyond the living room set-top box by offering “TV
Everywhere”: on computers, tablets, smartphones
and games consoles. Don’t miss this by-company
assessment of TVE initiatives and forecast of their
likely impact on the future of consumer electronics and media.
Presenter: Tom Adams, Sr. Principal Analyst, US Media,
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