CES 2026 Highlights Innovations in AI, Robotics, and Smart Devices

CES 2026 is underway in Las Vegas, bringing together technology companies and industry professionals to showcase new products and advancements across a range of sectors.

The event is being held from January 6 to 9, 2026, at several locations including the renovated Las Vegas Convention Center. More than 4,100 exhibitors are participating, with displays covering artificial intelligence, robotics, digital health, mobility, energy, entertainment, and accessibility.

Among the new products introduced, LG presented its Wallpaper OLED evo W6 TV, which measures 9 mm in thickness and includes a wireless Zero Connect box. LG also announced the OLED evo G6, which features 20% higher brightness, support for 4K 165 Hz gaming, and AI-based picture improvements.

Roborock unveiled the Saros Rover, a robotic vacuum designed to climb and clean stairs using mechanical legs. LEGO launched Smart Play, a platform that uses sensor-equipped bricks to create interactive play experiences without screens, with Star Wars sets available for pre-order in January and a planned release on March 1, 2026.

What the numbers show

• CES 2026 covers over 2.6 million net square feet of exhibit space
• More than 4,100 exhibitors are participating in the event
• Withings Body Scan 2 smart scale is priced at $600 and measures 60 biomarkers

YPlasma is debuting a solid-state cooling system for laptops that uses plasma actuators to create airflow without moving components, with its introduction scheduled for January 7. Razer is presenting two AI-powered prototypes: Project Motoko, a headset that also functions as a virtual assistant, and Project Ava, a holographic AI desk companion.

Uber, Lucid Motors, and Nuro revealed a luxury robotaxi equipped with customizable interiors, 360-degree perception technology, and a roof display that shows rider initials. The companies stated that they aim to launch the vehicle before the end of the year.

Caterpillar introduced the Cat AI Assistant, a voice-activated interface that incorporates AI and autonomous features into construction machinery, developed in partnership with Nvidia. Withings presented the Body Scan 2 smart scale, which tracks 60 health biomarkers and provides personalized recommendations through a subscription service.

Gigabyte announced the AI Top Atom, a personal AI supercomputer with petaflop-scale performance and 128 GB of RAM, as well as the Gigapod modular data center solution as part of its “AI Forward” initiative. CES 2026 also includes a new Manufacturing Track and Advanced Manufacturing Showcase, focusing on automation, industrial robotics, AI-enabled systems, and digital twin technology.

* This article is based on publicly available information at the time of writing.