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EVENT DETAILS: Last Gadget Standing is on Jan 10 at 10:30am in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s North Hall and features the Top 10 Gadgets of CES as chosen by the audience. We hope you can join us. If you’re in Vegas, follow us on Twitter here.

After narrowing down the entries from hundreds of applicants, the judges of CES’ Last Gadget Standing (FixYa included) have made their picks. Below is a sneak preview:

WowWee JoeBot: Um guys, need I say more? It’s a freaking robot. This JoeBot is meant to be an entertaining companion and sidekick. Apparently this little guy will dance while you beat box. More>>

emWave PSR: Lauren writes, “The emWave PSR is an affordable, portable biofeedback tool.” This is particularly important as our experts have warned us about the high price of most products in this category. More>>

MSI Winbook: The Wind is the first 10-inch notebook to feature an Intel Atom 1.6GHz processor. It’s the perfect mini laptop for trips. More>>

Yesterday, 10 companies were picked to present at LA’s Twiistup 5 event on February 12. Judges include author Sarah Lacy, “Somewhat Frank” producer Frank Gruber, social media PR guru Brian Solis, BillShrink CEO Peter Pham and Twiistup co-founder Mike Macadaan. Chosen from more than 100 submissions, it’s now totally official, everyone thinks you guys are awesome. In other words, FixYa was selected.

We’re eligible to win 2 awards to be announced before midnight on February 12, there’s the Fan Favorite and the Judges Choice award. Media partner Mashable, has already begun a poll for the fan favorite. Vote for us here.

The Consumer Electronics Showcase’s Last Gadget Standing super session is back for its ninth year, and who better to judge it than the people who repair millions of electronics and computers? Us!

For the first time in CES history, FixYa will judge what is touted as the Oscars of Technology. In association with judges from NetShelter’s Technology Media network, FixYa will use its 1 million tips on more than 6000 brands of products to make informed decisions on ten finalists to grace the Last Gadget Standing stage.

On January 10, longtime technology editor and writer Robin Raskin, will emcee the hour-long demo event, and viewers are asked to choose a winner. Over the last nine years, this event has become a crowd favorite and thousands of online voters, tech journalists and industry leaders turn out to root for their favorite competitor. Some of this year’s entries include the popular Flip MinoHD and the Blackberry Storm.

Recycling ads have always stressed the point, “garbage doesn’t just go away.” What they don’t say is that most garbage turns into a mountain of unsightly obsoletion. We live in a city where there isn’t enough housing, and yet everyday on my commute I pass by almost an acre of garbage at the SF dump.

FixYa’s community of 9M is dedicated to keeping broken gadgets, appliances and electronics from piling up at these dumps and landfills. We aren’t just a How-To site. We’re learning, growing AND green. We’ve got a great shot at winning Mashable’s Open Web Awards.

Generally I’d be insulted if someone told me I was getting wider, but FixYa really has increased its width to make way for new features, contests and promotional opportunities. We’ve sharpened our corners and our minds to further highlight our talented experts. Let us know what you think below.

As always, thanks for your support and for being a part of this great community. If you’ve got questions or would like to suggest a featured expert, email lauren[at]fixya.com.