12/01/2026

LYFE MONDAY | JAN 12, 2026

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CES 2026 in colour C ES, short for the Consumer Electronics Show, once again took Las Vegas by storm, showcasing the latest tech from around the world. Artificial intelligence (AI) is all the rage right now and unsurprisingly, it was at the forefront of the famous and tremendously influential trade show. AI-powered pets took centre stage, perhaps highlighting our ever insatiable need for cutesty companionship. Does this portend well for human-to-human interactions and relationships? Who knows? In the meantime, enjoy the most amazing (and sometimes bizarre) products displayed at CES this year. o Latest tech innovations on display in Las Vegas

An exhibitor poses with robotic pets Cocomo, with AI evolving personality and memory, and Inu, a desktop alien pup, at the Ludens AI booth.

A Brolan shoe-cleaning robot.

A Yonbo X1, an AI robot for kids, is displayed at the X-Origin booth.

A Mirumi companion robot is displayed during CES Unveiled.

Capmind One, an open-ear device for recording calls or conversation, is worn by an exhibitor.

An attendee tries out a stringless LiberLive C2 guitar.

Nutribot is an AI-powered

Breakreal R1 is an AI-powered cocktail maker.

nutritionist robot built into a smart plate.

Sweekar is an AI pocket pet.

An attendee looks over Jennie, a robotic emotional support dog by Tombot. – ALL PICS FROM REUTERS