Gadgets and technologies that freaked us out at CES 2012

The riveting contrast in size of the gargantuan conception and the bantam iPod is indeed striking. As a matter of fact, the heavily built iNuke Boom is robustly powered by two 18-inch subwoofers, while the massive quantity of power consumed by the device will easily come around at 10,000 watts. And even if your power outlet courageously holds out through the torture, to make matters worse, you have to splurge $30,000 for the contraption.

Bizarre yes, intriguing definitely! The Bob Marley Bag of Rhythm Portable Audio System boasts of high-definition woofers, a powerful amplifier and a convenient docking pad for iPods and iPhones. The materials are also touted to be eco friendly with FSC certified birch wood and durable canvas. So, get down to your reggae roots and sling the musical bag over your shoulders, of course after paying a tidy sum of $349.99.

Razer Project Fiona is projected as a first true Windows 8, 10.1-inch gaming tablet, which will cost less than the $1000 mark. To be powered by the latest Ivy Bridge Intel Core i7 CPU and a solid-state drive (SSD) memory, the boisterous gadget will also come with 1,280x800-pixel resolution, a touch screen and an Android oriented UI. But before you punch your fist in the air, it should be duly noted that the design is still in its conceptual stage.

ION Audio is known for their charming iPad accessories. But this time they have notched up the enthralling quotient by contriving the Guitar Apprentice. The contraption (as a mobile attachment) can actually turn your ever trusty iPad into a full fledged guitar! And what's more; the resulting combination can be connected to a myriad of apps and games, which would even provide you with virtual guitar lessons.

Christened aptly as the Splash 100, this adroitly designed spherical speaker from German pro-audio company Behringer is completely water proof. And don't be fooled by its cute yet offbeat demeanor, as the bantam Bluetooth device is touted to have a range of more than 230 ft, while its sturdy battery system can last conveniently up to 3.5 hours. But more importantly, the price will just be limited to around $99.

Accessories for iOS based devices come dime a dozen, but this time Gametel has religiously held on to the practical side of affairs by showcasing their Bluetooth-enabled wireless controller. This simple controller can be docked to any iOS device, thus effectively transforming it into a portable gaming console. Moreover, the company has also made their compatible driver available for free download (from both Android and Apple app stores).

Many of us are fascinated by Lego blocks, but what if we told you that you can create modular robots by simply joining similar but 'intelligent' cubes? Sounds ludicrous? Maybe, but then again it's true! Adroitly designed by Modular Robotics, these so-named Cubelets are imbibed with specific functions like sensing and processing. So, while you join them, you are not only contributing to its structural attribute, but also to its intrinsic A.I. The final result can lead to ingenuous robots, which are controlled by hand gestures, and respond to a slew of simple motion related commands.

Multi-touch screen systems are truly going through a sensational evolutionary phase. And alluding to this futuristic trend, 3M Touch Systems showcased their massive 46-inch prototype of what they call the 'Projected Capacitive Technology'. This system is touted to allow for a whopping 60 touch points. And if you that was remarkable, hear this out; the mechanism can also split up into four screens for accentuated user input.

Amazon's Kindle is all set to undergo the 'green' revamp, with SolarFocus's ardently sustainable conception. Named as the SolarKindle, this charging device/cover is infused with a built-in solar panel and a reserve battery pack (which can be conveniently juiced up by both solar energy and USB connection). Moreover, the $79.99 contraption also includes a built-in LED reading lamp, which has a supplementary life of 50 hours.

For the uninitiated, the original iCade was a complete arcade cabinet, in which you could slide (and dock) your iPad for some retro gaming fun time. Now, in this year's CES, the kooky system is back, but encased in a more minimalist avatar. Christened as the iCade Core, the device ditches its conspicuous arcade cabinet, but still retains its eight buttons within the compact bearing. Obviously, the advantage is that now you can move your iPad to both landscape and portrait positions, thus adding to the 80's style mirth.