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From color-shifting phones and a camera-equipped robot phone to 3D-printed shoes, CES 2026 was packed with gadgets designed for everyday life. This hands-on tech roundup explores 20 standout finds, including the screen-covered WowCube, magnetic mobile game controllers, AI-powered pool cleaners, smart home appliances, lightweight AI glasses, and a portable ice maker that can make ice in minutes.
The tour also covers creator gear, fitness tech, home cinema, and UGREEN’s AI-powered storage system, before revealing the presenter’s favorite: a compact personal AI computer built to run models locally. Get a practical look at the most interesting new technology, consumer electronics, smart home gadgets, gaming accessories, and AI devices from CES—ideal for tech fans researching innovative products and the latest gadget trends.
The tour also covers creator gear, fitness tech, home cinema, and UGREEN’s AI-powered storage system, before revealing the presenter’s favorite: a compact personal AI computer built to run models locally. Get a practical look at the most interesting new technology, consumer electronics, smart home gadgets, gaming accessories, and AI devices from CES—ideal for tech fans researching innovative products and the latest gadget trends.
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00:00So I went to CES 2026 and guys, I literally stumbled across a phone where you can change the back
00:06of it just within the software.
00:08It's pretty crazy. You just pick a new pattern and the color and then you hit apply and then on
00:13the back you watch it change and shift to your chosen style.
00:17It's pretty mind-blowing. This was from Infinex and they're using this e-color shift tech to make it happen.
00:22And that wasn't even all they had, too. They showed off these wild concept phones with built-in liquid cooling
00:28and they looked really cool and futuristic.
00:31Plus they had these crazy MagSafe ideas, too, like you had stackable wireless power banks, an attachable gimbal camera and
00:38a lot more.
00:39Honestly, if any of this stuff actually hits the market, I think it will be a total game-changer.
00:44Oh, and here's another one that was really cool and kind of spooky, too.
00:47It's this digital photo frame called the Veena AF1 from Veenabot and you just give it any photo and it
00:54turns it into this moving portrait.
00:56But then, get this, you can actually talk to it and it'll respond to you in real time.
01:02So you can literally have a conversation with your grandpa who passed away.
01:06So yeah, it's a little eerie, but also kind of amazing.
01:09Plus, Veenabot also showed me another cool item they had, which was this fancy album style book where you open
01:15it up
01:16and a photo comes to life as a moving video above the page, and it's almost like you're reliving that
01:22moment again.
01:23It definitely was something else.
01:25And that's just two out of the 20 best tech products I found at CES 2026.
01:29If you don't know, CES is one of the biggest tech trade shows in the world.
01:33It's where companies bring out their coolest gadgets for the upcoming year, and there's a lot to see.
01:38My mission was really just to hunt down the best stuff that you'd actually want to buy and use in
01:43real life.
01:43Some of these products are even available or up for pre-order, so I'll drop the links down below if
01:48you want to check them out.
01:50Oh, and stick around to the end, I'll tell you which gadget was my absolute favorite from the entire show.
01:55Anyways, so on the show floor, I also found something really fun.
01:58It's this WOW Cube from Rubik's, and at first glance, it looks just like a regular cube.
02:04But once you pick it up and turn it on, you realize it has screens on every side, 24 to
02:10be exact.
02:10And then from there, it lets you play a bunch of different games, it shows you pictures in a fun
02:14way,
02:15you can have little widgets displaying useful info from your favorite apps, and a lot more.
02:19It's basically a volumetric game console and brain gym, meaning all the games are built around puzzles, focus, and problem
02:27solving.
02:28It's the kind of screen time where you're actually thinking while you're playing.
02:31Plus, I loved how interactive it was, every twist, every movement did something,
02:36and it constantly gave me these little, oh wow, like moments.
02:40Plus, there's already a bunch of games and apps you can download so it doesn't get old.
02:44Honestly, this feels like one of those gadgets that works for a lot of people, gamers, puzzle lovers, families,
02:50and even as a gift if you want to give it to someone.
02:53It's different, it's fun, and easily one of those CES gadgets of the year.
02:56It's already on sale too on their website, wowcube.com, which I'll leave a link down below.
03:01And speaking of gaming, I found these super slick mobile controllers at CES called the Emcon Lite and Emcon Slim.
03:07They're the slimmest controllers I've ever seen.
03:09They just magnetically snap onto your phone with MagSafe, and once it's paired,
03:13you can just slide out this full gamepad with a D-pad, buttons, and these cool concave touchpads,
03:20and you're ready to start playing anything right away.
03:23The slim version is even almost as thin as a modern smartphone, so you can just toss it in your
03:27pocket.
03:28It's a really neat idea, and they said it works with Android too.
03:32And while we're talking phones, Honor showed off probably the craziest phone concept I've seen in years.
03:36They're calling it the robot phone.
03:38I didn't really get to touch it or get many details about it, but I mean, just look at it.
03:43It literally has a built-in gimbal camera on the back, just like a DJI Osmo Pocket.
03:48The idea is you'd launch it from an app or the camera, use it for super stable shots and crazy
03:54angles,
03:55and then it closes back flush within the phone.
03:57Now, I didn't get to try out the software, but I bet it'll have some cool features like subject tracking
04:02and some cool camera tricks.
04:04But for now, Honor didn't give me much info about it.
04:07They just told me they were planning to reveal more at Mobile World Congress in March,
04:11so definitely keep an eye out for that.
04:13Now, for probably the most fun booth at the whole show, you homie.
04:17This place was wild.
04:18They had a live band, a cocktail show, an acrobat in a bubble, an ice sculpture of a leopard,
04:24and even a full-sized polar bear, all to show off their new portable ice makers.
04:29They've got a few new models.
04:30The Luna Pro, which makes crystal clear crescent ice in about 12 to 15 minutes,
04:34and is perfect for everyday drinks.
04:36The Rock Pro, with a premium design that makes large 2.5-inch clear sphere ice that melts super slowly
04:42to help preserve whiskey flavor,
04:44and the Rock Plus, which makes 2-inch clear square ice that's great for whiskey and cocktails.
04:50Plus, all their ice makers also support app control, so you can manage everything remotely,
04:54and even schedule ice ahead of time with one tap, which is honestly super convenient.
05:00But the one that really got me the most was the Ice Leopard X1.
05:03It's really the world's fastest portable ice maker.
05:06It kind of looks like a coffee machine, but you just pour water in it, and it makes ice in
05:10just five minutes.
05:12Yeah, five minutes. That's pretty insane.
05:14The ice bucket also works as a cooler for about three cans or a full wine bottle,
05:19and it uses superior insulation and cold retention technology to keep the ice cold for around four hours without any
05:26power.
05:27I also love that it comes in a bunch of different colors, too, and a bunch of different combinations,
05:30and the price honestly surprised me.
05:33It's launching in April for around $150, which is super affordable compared to most ice makers out there.
05:38I'll drop the link in the description if you want to check them out.
05:41From there, I ran into something I honestly wasn't expecting at all, 3D printed shoes.
05:46Yeah, it's made by a company called Creality, and it wasn't just one random pair either.
05:51They had a bunch of different styles on display like slippers and actual sport shoes in different sizes and colors.
05:58Now, I was a little skeptical at first, but once I put them on,
06:02yeah, they were actually really comfortable and felt really durable, too.
06:05Super lightweight, really breathable, and when I walked around in them, they felt way better than I expected.
06:11The mesh material just stretches nicely so your feet can breathe, and they actually give decent support, too.
06:17Now, they're gonna sell for around $160, which is a little pricey, but they do look pretty stylish, so that's
06:24something.
06:25If you're lonely, this little device called Amy from Lepro might just be what you need.
06:30It's basically this little capsule that has a digital human living inside of it,
06:35and it's designed to talk to you and keep you company at your desk.
06:39It uses AI to hold a conversation, and you can even switch out the character and the background.
06:44I'll be honest, though, Lepro still has some work to do.
06:47It didn't look super realistic when I saw it in person, and it did seem a little buggy,
06:52but I do really love the idea behind it, even if it is kind of strange.
06:57Then, from there, I stopped by Aper's Booth, which is the world's number one smart robotic pool cleaner brand.
07:02Now, quick heads up, they're actually sponsoring this CES video,
07:05but honestly, after seeing their stuff in person, I'd be talking about it either way.
07:09Their big highlight is the new Scuba V3, which is the world's first cognitive AI-powered essential robotic pool cleaner,
07:16and what makes it different is just how smart and carefree it is.
07:20For instance, it's got a new technology called AI Patrol Cleaning, which can spot any debris in your pool
07:25and adjust its path to instantly clean it up.
07:28So, instead of randomly bouncing around your pool, it targets messes instantly and cleans up everything 10 times faster.
07:35On top of that, it's got a new cognitive AI Navium mode, which automatically builds a weekly cleaning plan
07:41based on your pool size, cleaning history, and even the weather.
07:45So, it's completely hands-off.
07:47And besides it being super smart, it's also super easy to use and manage.
07:51I mean, the Scuba V3 has a feather-light design, with it only weighing about 18 pounds.
07:56So, I was literally able to lift it with just one hand, and you can even pull it out of
08:00the pool that way.
08:01And when it's done cleaning, it actually returns itself to the waterline and sends you a notification to your phone
08:06so you're not fishing around for it.
08:08When it comes to cleaning performance too, I mean, they told me it's no joke.
08:12It uses vision path-adaptive planning with AI vision and distance sensors to avoid obstacles and skip repeated passes.
08:19Plus, jet-assist horizontal waterline cleaning, which scrubs the waterline smoothly
08:24without you ever having to manually scrub it yourself.
08:27And then from there, you add in dual brushes, powerful suction, and multi-layer micro-mesh filtration,
08:33and you're getting genuinely spotless results.
08:36It honestly seems like a really great robotic pool cleaner that I can't wait to try out in the real
08:40world.
08:41But APRA didn't stop there too.
08:42I mean, they also showed off the Scuba V3 Ultra, which is their top-of-the-line pool cleaner for
08:47anyone who wants the absolute best.
08:49It offers full six-in-one coverage, including floors, walls, waterline, surface debris, and even super shallow areas.
08:58Plus, it's got dual cameras, insanely powerful suction, and even a built-in chlorine chamber for next-level pool maintenance.
09:06And then it didn't stop just at the pool.
09:08They also showed off, for the backyard, the ErieSense 2, which is a smart 4-in-1 irrigation system that
09:15combines your sprinklers,
09:16valves, a controller, and a nutrient feeder all in one.
09:21And it installs in about 15 minutes.
09:23It supports multiple zones, and it can cut water usage by up to 40% with weather-aware scheduling.
09:29So, overall, APRA really stood out to me this year at CES.
09:33Whether it's hands-off pool cleaning or smarter lawn care, they're really pushing that set-it-and-forget-it backyard
09:39experience.
09:41I'll drop links down below if you want to learn more, and also check out some extra discount codes, too.
09:45Home appliances were also really big at CES this year.
09:49DRIO absolutely killed it.
09:50They're already the number one bestseller for fans and heaters on Amazon.
09:54So, I knew they'd bring something cool, and they did.
09:57I mean, they really went all out this year.
09:59First, they had this wild setup called the AI Sensory Lab.
10:03Walking into this room was like stepping into a house from the future,
10:07one where the AI is built right into everything.
10:10You just tell it a place or a mood you want to feel, like a beach resort or a cozy
10:14cabin,
10:15and the whole room just starts adjusting to match what you'd chosen.
10:18This includes the temperature, humidity, lighting, even the airflow changes to recreate the vibe that you chose.
10:25What's cool is this home doesn't just wait for you, either, to give it commands.
10:28It starts anticipating what you want.
10:31That's all powered by DRIO's ALA ecosystem, where all the devices talk to each other and fine-tune the space
10:37automatically.
10:38Then, from there, they showed me their new misting fan area, which is basically all their new lineups and misting
10:43fans.
10:44The first ever two that are actually designed to work indoors.
10:47I know what you're thinking, I mean, won't everything get soaked if it's indoors?
10:51Not exactly.
10:53They told me the mist is insanely fine, almost microscopic, thanks to their turbo cool technology.
10:59So, you'll feel this instant cooling effect without actually feeling wet at all.
11:04I literally put my face right up to it, and yeah, it was super refreshing, but zero soaking.
11:09Oh, yeah.
11:11Oh, and some of the fans can actually follow you around the room or track the remote, tilting up and
11:16down smoothly,
11:17so you can stay in the breeze whether you're in the couch or you're just moving around.
11:22It's really clever.
11:23Then, from there, they had a full-on smart kitchen setup that honestly reminded me a bit of Tesla's restaurant.
11:29In there, I got to try out their A-lock cooking system where you can type what you want to
11:32make,
11:33talk to it naturally, or even upload a photo of your food, and it helps you instantly.
11:38On top of that, there were chefs there who were cooking with Drio's Chefmaker Air Fryer,
11:43and Drio also showed me their new barista maker Milk Frother Nano,
11:48which creates latte art quality foam in under a minute.
11:51So, overall, Drio's booth was just one of the best examples of smart home tech that actually feels next-gen,
11:57not just smarter, but genuinely useful.
12:00Next, I checked out some personal grooming tech, and Leifin had one of the freshest and most modern booths at
12:05the show floor.
12:06The first thing that caught my eye was this massive wall with 20 hair dryers built straight into it,
12:11and from there, I mean, it blew my hair, and you can see me in slow-mo on this giant
12:15screen.
12:16It's pretty crazy.
12:17It's really designed to show you how the airflow actually feels,
12:20and you can hear the difference and see how powerful they are in real time,
12:24which was really fun to try out.
12:25They also had this awesome wind test demo where the hair dryer is powerful enough to blow a 500-gram
12:32metal ball,
12:32which is super heavy, up inside a tube to flip it to the other side.
12:36I mean, it's a pretty creative way to show how strong the airflow is from this really small hair dryer.
12:42And speaking of small, they even showed off their mini hair dryer, too, which is way more compact and lightweight.
12:48Now, even though it is super small, it's still powerful enough to style your hair properly.
12:52It's perfect for travel, but the real highlight of the show was the new Wave Pro toothbrush.
12:57It has so much tech built into it, which I didn't even know a toothbrush could do.
13:01For instance, it has smart guidance with pressure sensing, so if you're brushing too hard,
13:06it'll let you know and help you avoid over-brushing.
13:09It also has multiple modes, including a deep clean one for more thorough cleaning,
13:14and a daily clean for everyday use.
13:16Plus, inside their app, I was told that there's thousands of customization options,
13:21which is kind of wild for a toothbrush.
13:23The battery, too, they said it can last up to 70 days on a single charge, which is crazy,
13:28and it's perfect if you travel a lot or just don't want to think about charging yet on another device.
13:33It supports Qi 2 wireless charging, too, so it comes with this new charger pad
13:37that you can just attach to it magnetically. It's great.
13:40And on top of that, it's literally waterproof, so you can rinse it under running water
13:44or even dump water all over it.
13:46They're at the booth. They showed it. It was submerged, and then it was completely fine later.
13:50It's a great option if you want to step up for your toothbrushing game.
13:53And Leifin didn't just stop there, either.
13:55They also showed off the Razortech on display, which was also fully submerged,
14:00showing off how well their waterproof design holds up.
14:03Overall, they had a really strong showing at CES this year.
14:06Everything looked modern, thoughtfully designed, and genuinely practical.
14:10And I honestly can't wait to get my hands on these once they officially drop.
14:14Of course, at CES this year, there were also a ton of AI glasses.
14:18I mean, I think that was the main highlight of the show.
14:20But one that really stood out to me was from Rokid.
14:22They were showing off their new Rokid AI glasses style,
14:26which they actually sent me a pair a few days beforehand, so that way I can try it out.
14:30And honestly, I'm really impressed with these.
14:33I mean, they've been great.
14:34If you don't know, Rokid is no stranger to smart glasses.
14:37Just last year, their glasses became the number one XR project on Kickstarter.
14:41And this version just generally feels like a big step forward.
14:44The main focus here is that these are some of the most lightest AI glasses out there
14:49with a ton of lens options.
14:51And you really do notice how light they are.
14:53They weigh just about 38.5 grams.
14:55So once they're on your face, you kind of forget that you're even wearing smart glasses.
15:00The lens options are also really great.
15:02You can customize them exactly how you want.
15:04Photochromic, prescription, blue light, UV, you name it.
15:08Mine are just a pair of sunglasses, so they worked and looked super stylish
15:13while I was walking the streets of Las Vegas.
15:15And then on the smart side, these are way more open than most AI glasses.
15:19They work with ChatGPT, Google Maps, and Microsoft AI,
15:23so you're not locked into a single assistant.
15:26I've been using them for quick navigation, translations, notes, and reminders,
15:31and it all feels surprisingly natural just talking to them.
15:35They also have a built-in 12 megapixel camera too,
15:38which is honestly one of my favorite parts.
15:40You can shoot in 3x4, 4x3, or even 9x16,
15:45meaning vertical, square, or horizontal photos and videos straight from these glasses.
15:51If you're a content creator, that's huge,
15:53because there's no awkward cropping or re-editing that you need to do later.
15:57It's one of those features that you don't think about until you actually use it.
16:01And pricing is actually pretty reasonable too.
16:03It starts at as low as $299 for a single pair of glasses,
16:07and a complete set can be as low as $398,
16:11which is way more accessible than a lot of other smart glasses out there.
16:16So yeah, for seeing these myself, they feel lightweight, practical,
16:18and way more wearable than most AI glasses out there.
16:21Definitely one of the most impressive smart glasses setups that I've seen at CES.
16:25I'll leave a link down below in the description so that way you can learn more.
16:28Ugreen, one of my favorite brands too, also had a huge presence at CES this year as well.
16:33You probably already know them for charging gear,
16:35but recently they've been making a serious push into storage and now security too.
16:41The main thing they were showing off is the Ugreen NAS IDX series,
16:45which is their new AI-powered NAS system.
16:48And their biggest model, which is the IDX 6.011 Pro,
16:52can even hold up to a whopping 196 terabytes, which is crazy.
16:57But still, this is way more than just storage.
17:00Instead of dumping files into folders and never finding them again,
17:03this thing actually understands your data.
17:05I mean, you can use universal search to find photos, videos, documents,
17:10really anything just by typing what you're looking for in normal language.
17:14They also have this built-in AI assistant called Yulia,
17:17where you can literally talk to your files.
17:19You can ask it to summarize documents, translate stuff, pull key points from reports.
17:24All of it runs locally, so your data stays private.
17:27Same thing with voice memos, it can translate and summarize audio automatically.
17:31And their AI album makes finding photos insanely fast without endless scrolling.
17:36Then from there, outside of storage, they showed me their new IPC security cameras,
17:40which have this cool cross-camera awareness feature.
17:44Like if one camera detects something, another one can react.
17:47So your whole home feels more connected and secured instead of isolated camera by camera.
17:53And of course, they didn't forget about charging too.
17:56They launched the Nexit Pro 300 watt charger, which is an absolute monster.
18:01It's got eight ports, tons of power, a smart display, and even app control so you can monitor everything remotely.
18:09Plus, at their booth, Ugreen even told me that you can reserve for their new NAS IDX series for 30
18:14bucks,
18:15and you'll save up to $1,040.
18:18So I'll leave that link down below if you want to check it out.
18:20Next, for CarTech, Wolfbox has some really impressive showcases as well.
18:24If you don't know, they make dash cams that help remove any blind spots that your vehicle may have,
18:29and their G900 Tri-Pro was great.
18:31It's the first three-channel mirror dash cam with a bumper camera,
18:35so you're getting front, rear, and front bumper camera coverage all at once.
18:40It shoots super sharp footage, and both the rear and bumper cameras are fully waterproof,
18:44so you're basically covered in any driving condition.
18:48They also have the G900 Pro, which is a bit simpler, but still really solid.
18:524K up front, 2.5K in the back, great night footage, and super clean video.
18:57Both models use high-end image sensors too, so even at night or in tricky lighting,
19:02you can see license plates and details, and everything stays clear.
19:06Plus, you get voice control, so you don't have to mess with buttons while driving.
19:10Another cool dash cam that they showed me is their X5 Duo Mini dash cam,
19:14and this thing is tiny, but also really powerful.
19:17It records in 4K, has built-in stabilization to keep footage smooth on even rough roads,
19:23and the lens is fully adjustable too,
19:25which makes installation way easier, especially for bigger vehicles like SUVs or trucks.
19:31And finally, kind of a fun surprise,
19:34Wolfbox also showed off a handheld air duster, the MF500 Pro.
19:39It's basically a super powerful portable blower that you can use to clear dust, snow, or debris,
19:44which is perfect for cleaning the inside of your car.
19:47And it doesn't need an app too, or any setup.
19:49You just turn it on, and you go.
19:51I think Wolfbox really nailed car accessory tech at CES to make your vehicle safer, easier to drive,
19:58and just cleaner too.
19:59Samsung was also everywhere at CES this year,
20:02but one thing that really stood out to me was their new Galaxy Book 6 series.
20:06They really tried to push for better performance this time,
20:08and still managed to keep the laptops really thin.
20:11It's running the new Intel Core Ultra Series 3 chip,
20:15and not only will it make everything a bit faster,
20:18but it'll especially help with AI tasks, thanks to an upgraded NPU.
20:23Plus on top of that, it's even got some new software features inside of it,
20:26including AI Select,
20:27so you're able to quickly circle out an object within any website or picture,
20:32and quickly paste its cutout within another spot.
20:35You don't need Photoshop.
20:37They also completely redesigned the cooling system.
20:39Samsung says it's about 35% better,
20:42and they also improved battery life too,
20:44saying you'll get up to 30 hours of video playback.
20:47Then for charging, you get more than half a charge in around 30 minutes.
20:51The display is also really nice.
20:52You get a dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen,
20:56120Hz refresh rate,
20:57super vibrant colors,
20:58and the speakers too also really surprised me,
21:01because they were way more powerful now.
21:03You get six speakers, which are a lot more than before,
21:06with Dolby Atmos,
21:07and it actually sounds really good.
21:09I definitely want to check them out when they drop in the future.
21:12I'll leave a link down below if you want to check them out when it does.
21:16RSAPO was another booth that really stood out to me,
21:18especially for their smart digital picture frames.
21:20The main highlight was the D14 smart digital picture frame.
21:24At first, it looks like a clean 14-inch frame,
21:27but it's way smarter.
21:28You get unlimited cloud storage,
21:31expandable built-in storage,
21:32and instant sharing.
21:34So, it basically becomes a never-ending digital photo album.
21:37Plus, I loved how it keeps everyone connected.
21:40Like, you can send photos and short videos to the frame instantly,
21:43even if your family is in another city or country,
21:46and they still show up.
21:48No app to deal with on their end.
21:50Multiple people can send photos to the same frame,
21:52which really makes it perfect for parents or grandparents.
21:55And it's gift ready too,
21:57since you can preset everything before giving it away.
21:59And then, on the other end of the booth, they had portable monitors.
22:03So, you can plug in a laptop, console, or even a handheld like a Steam Deck,
22:08and instantly get a big, fast screen,
22:11whether you're gaming, multitasking, or working on the go.
22:14Overall, Azorpa's booth was just full of tech that's simple, thoughtful, and genuinely useful.
22:20They're also already selling a lot of these items and more that they showed off at CES,
22:24so I'll leave that link in the description if you want to check them out.
22:27Plus, they're even offering discount codes too.
22:29Next, one of the most fun things I tried out at CES this year was the LiberLive C2.
22:34LiberLive makes the world's first stringless smart guitar,
22:37and the idea here is super simple.
22:39Anyone can play a song in under five minutes.
22:41The app comes loaded with free real-time chord sheets too,
22:44and with the chord indicators guiding you the whole way,
22:47you'll be able to play and sing in around five minutes.
22:51And with this upgraded version 2, the LiberLive C2,
22:54using it feels a lot more interactive.
22:56It runs a whole new system called the LiberAOS,
22:58which basically listens to how you play in real-time.
23:01So, instead of changing volume,
23:03this system analyzes the player's strumming motions in real-time,
23:07capturing up to 1,000 strumming sensor readings per second
23:10through a custom multi-core chipset.
23:12Based on these inputs, LiberAOS dynamically generates the most suitable sound
23:17from a built-in database of real instrument samples.
23:21So, every strum sounds a little different depending on how you play,
23:24which makes it feel way more expressive and natural.
23:27They also upgraded the speakers a lot this year as well.
23:30The C2 is noticeably louder and fuller than before,
23:33with much better sound separation.
23:35Plus, I love how flexible it is when creating music
23:38because it lets you switch between nine different instrument sounds,
23:40so one person can basically sound like a full band.
23:44It doesn't need to just be a guitar or a bass sound too.
23:47It can play piano, drums, etc.
23:49And it's got different modes that you can play with it too.
23:52There's a normal sing mode, a melody guide that helps you stay on pitch,
23:56and a solo mode if you want more of a challenge.
23:59And three drum machine modes to choose from offering more options while playing.
24:02And the whole guitar is super portable too.
24:05Just like before, the C2 folds into three parts.
24:07It fits easily into a bag, and it's perfect for traveling.
24:11Plus, style packs make their debut on the C2 as part of their new LiberAOS platform,
24:16enabling flexible style configuration across different musical scenarios.
24:21LiberLife at their booth told me that they're aiming for a launch in around March,
24:25and I'll have a link down below if you want to learn more.
24:27But this was easily one of the most approachable and fun music tech products I saw at CES this year.
24:33For home theater setups, AWOL Vision had one of the most impressive boots at CES this year
24:38with a spotlight on their new Ethereum series.
24:41I mean, the star of the show was easily their Ethereum Max.
24:44Seeing it in person was honestly wild.
24:46It's an ultra short throw projector that can push a massive image up to 200 inches
24:51and still look incredibly sharp edge to edge.
24:54Bright scenes look great, but what really impressed me were the dark scenes.
24:58The Ethereum Max has a 6,000 by 1 native contrast ratio and up to 60,000 by 1 viewing
25:05contrast.
25:06And you can actually see the difference when you're watching darker movies or scenes with a lot of shadows.
25:12Blacks look deep, highlights popped, and it finally felt like a real home theater setup, not a projector compromise.
25:19Even with the lights on too within CES, the image still looked really super clean and sharp.
25:24And if you're into gaming, this thing also works with that too.
25:28I mean, you're getting super low input lag, VRR supports, and even Dolby Vision gaming,
25:33which you almost never see on ultra short throw projectors.
25:37It honestly felt just as good for gaming as it did for movies and sports.
25:40And one cool ecosystem upgrade that they teased was an interchangeable lens on the Vision Master Max from AWOL's sub
25:47-brand Valerian,
25:48which gives you more flexibility depending on your room and setup.
25:52Overall, AWOL's booth really just felt like they were pushing home cinema forward.
25:57Just bigger screens, better contrast, and fewer compromises.
26:00If you ever wanted a legit living room theater, this was easily one of my CES highlights.
26:04When it comes to smart fitness tech, Speedians didn't disappoint.
26:08I mean, they had me sweating with a full workout.
26:11I actually started out their booth with a Gym Monster 2 and Velo Nyx bike,
26:15and it's clear that they're still pushing hard on all-in-one smart fitness.
26:20The Gym Monster 2, for example, is their flagship smart gym.
26:23It's super powerful, guided workouts, adaptive resistance.
26:26And the Velo Nyx is their smart bike that ties right into the same ecosystem for cardio days.
26:31But what really caught my attention is all their new stuff.
26:33First is the Gym Nano, which is basically Speedians shrinking their smart gym down to something way more compact.
26:40It's a small all-in-one strength training setup that uses digital resistance instead of weights,
26:46so you can do full body workouts without a giant rack or plates.
26:50You also get guided workouts, adaptive resistance that adjust as you train,
26:54and on-screen coaching just in a form factor that actually fits in an apartment or a smaller room.
27:00And then from there, they also showed me their new Speedians strap.
27:03It's basically a screen-free wearable that quietly tracks your sleep, training, and even core body temperature.
27:10And then it syncs everything to the Speedians Wellness Plus app.
27:14And from there, it looks at your readiness each day and helps guide whether you should push harder or focus
27:20more on recovery.
27:21It works for both strength and endurance workouts, recognizes different movement patterns automatically,
27:25and is really designed to help you make smarter training decisions, not just stare at stats.
27:31I think if you want a great at-home workout machine, Speedians for sure has the best options.
27:36Then for any of you who are podcasters, content creators, or just anyone who's looking for a great microphone,
27:42at CES I came across Malno's booth, and I was honestly really impressed with their new PD200W Hybrid Microphone.
27:50The big idea here is obviously hybrid.
27:53You can use it wirelessly, plug it in over USB, or even run it through XLR if you want a
27:58full studio setup.
27:59And seeing that in person just made it really click for me.
28:02You can literally move from a desk setup to recording somewhere else without changing your microphone at all.
28:07That whole free-to-podcast idea actually makes sense once you see it.
28:11They also had it running in a normal CES environment too.
28:14It allowed show floor, people talking, and it still sounded surprisingly clean and clear.
28:19It's a dynamic microphone with built-in noise controls, so it does a really great job of keeping your voice
28:24front and center
28:26without you needing to mess with settings or needing to do heavy editing later.
28:29If you're recording with someone else, it can even record each voice on its own track too, which is huge
28:34for editing.
28:35Overall, this felt like one of those products that actually solves real problems for creators.
28:40Cleaner desks, fewer cables, less setup time, and more freedom to just hit record, even in not-so-perfect spaces.
28:48And now for my absolute favorite thing at CES, I found the world's smallest personal AI supercomputer called the Tiny
28:54AI.
28:55And the name's no joke, it literally fits right in your hand like a power bank.
28:58But somehow, it can run over 50 huge open-source AI models locally.
29:03Stuff like JackGPT and DeepSync with no cloud and no giant GPU required.
29:09It doesn't even need the internet.
29:11And we're not just talking simple prompts.
29:13This thing is built to handle deep reasoning, multi-step workflows, and even complex processing, all right on the device.
29:20Now, they didn't give me any dates or prices yet, but just seeing something that powerful and something that's so
29:25small, honestly just got me really excited for the future.
29:29That's one that I'm definitely picking up when it drops.
29:31And there you have it, my 20 favorite things from CES 2026.
29:34If you want to check out last year's list, tap this video right here.
29:37And hey, if you like this roundup, smash that thumbs up button so that way you can show me some
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29:42Finding these gems in these massive convention centers isn't easy, but it was totally worth it since I love you
29:47guys so much.
29:48Thanks for sticking around to the end, and I'll see you guys in the next one.
29:51Kapow!