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    12 THINGS ONLY CES ATTENDEES UNDERSTAND

    Whether you're a veteran or a newbie to the largest consumer technology event in the world, these are 12 experiences and epiphanies awaiting you at the 2015 International CES in Las Vegas.

    12. Waking up early to grab a coffee only to find out your favorite blend is sold out...

    ...then remembering there's more than one coffee spot on-site.

    11. That feeling you get after a day of collecting SO MUCH swag

    10. Making sure every piece of electronics you own is with you and connected at all times.

    9. Waiting in the cab line at the end of the day...

    ...then realizing the CES Shuttle Bus line is moving way faster.

    8. Being in the city that never sleeps but happily setting an early curfew for yourself.

    7. Finding out a surprise celebrity appearance is happening 10 feet away from you.

    6. That proud moment when you add another badge to the collection you already have accumulating around your neck.

    5. Witnessing a startup in Eureka Park striking a deal.

    4. Experiencing a driverless car for the first time.

    3. Testing out the newest fitness trackers and sports tech across the show floor.

    2. That feeling you get when you've found the most direct route to your destination.

    1. The sense of pride and coolness you feel being at the world's gathering place for all things tech.