App to empower people with disabilities, flying cars take centre stage at tech expo – The Tribune

A one-of-its-kind app developed by an Indian-origin entrepreneur to empower people with disabilities, a flavour-enhancing electric salt spoon, an aircraft that can fit in a car’s trunk — technological advancements shaping the world’s future took centre stage at the biggest tech showcase here.

CES 2025, the world’s largest technology showcase produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), displayed cutting-edge innovations across sectors – Artificial Intelligence, mobility, quantum, digital health, energy transition and sustainability. The trade show, hosted at the gigantic Las Vegas Convention Centre and other venues in the city from January 7-10, featured over 4,500 exhibitors, including about 1,400 startups, with over 1,41,000 attendees, of which 40 per cent were international — from over 150 countries, regions, and territories — gathering at CES for a week-long deep dive in technological breakthroughs and solutions.

At Eureka Park that displayed innovations by start-ups from around the world, Indian-origin entrepreneur from Atlanta Angad Sahgal showcased ‘LetMeDoIt’, an app founded by him and his father Amit Sahgal.

The first disability-focused decision making app, it enables people with disabilities, their care providers, senior citizens to have “decision autonomy”, whether it relates to everyday life decisions or managing personal finances, Amit Sahgal said.

The core message is that “everyone has to live an independent life. They should have the power of choice and the decision autonomy. It also changes the narrative from supervision to support. People with disabilities or seniors do not need supervision, they need our support,” Amit Sahgal said.

“It breaks down complex decisions into simple, accessible steps, providing personalised tools and networks that respect each individual’s needs. By empowering self-reliance and keeping caregivers informed without taking control, we pave the way for true economic and social inclusion,” he said.

Another break-through innovation on display was the flavour-enhancing electric salt spoon by Japanese company Kirin Holdings. Using a mild electric current, the spoon “amplifies flavours such as saltiness” making low-sodium meals more palatable. The electric spoon was the CES Innovation Awards 2025 honouree in the digital health and age tech categories.