If you find you're running out of wall sockets in which to plug in your netbook, e-reader, iPod, or cell phone, take a look at the innovative charger made by Pure Energy Solutions.  As Paul Eng demonstrates in the video at right, the device lets you charge your mobile gadgets simply by laying them on a conductive energy pad, juicing up your battery wirelessly.

A similar device at the show, the Powermat, also offers wireless charging via a pad.

Does this technology mark the end of bulky, wired chargers? We'll be keeping an eye on it.

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