Gadget show shrinks, but organizers are pleased

January 14, 2009 By PETER SVENSSON , AP Technology Writer

(AP) -- The economy took its toll on the International Consumer Electronics Show, but its organizers found a bright side. They said the more modest attendance pleased exhibitors.



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