If you're a fan of consumer technologies, you are likely already super-hyped about the event and, like us, can't wait to see what CES 2017 has in store for us this year!

For starters, more than 2.6 million net square feet of exhibits await, which is a record! Introducing new marketplaces, more than 850 first-time exhibitors, seven keynote addresses, expanded conference programming, additional SuperSessions and enhanced show floor services.

Over 3,800 exhibiting companies are joining the CES 2017, with over 165,000 expected visitors and over 6,500 media representatives covering the event.

There are three main venue locations, according to CES 2017 press release: Tech East with innovations in audio, drones, gaming, augmented and virtual reality, vehicle technology, video, wireless devices, wireless services, digital imaging/photography and everything ''i''. Tech West will present the innovations within the industry's emerging technology, including revolutions in fitness and health, the Internet of Things, wearables, smart home, sensors and other high-growth technologies changing the world. Finally, Tech South will be all about advertising, content, marketing and entertainment communities, hosting a variety of C Space activities, including conference sessions, networking events, exhibits and hospitality suites.

Stay tuned! CES 2017 will run January 5-8, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Visit CES.tech for more information.