CES 2026 Day 1 Highlights: Samsung’s AI Robot, LG’s Transparent TV & 5 Mind-Blowing Gadgets
Quick Summary
- The Big Reveal: Samsung’s renewed “Ballie” AI robot is stealing the show.
- Best Visuals: LG unveiled a wireless, transparent OLED TV that vanishes when turned off.
- Gaming: Nvidia announced the new RTX 60-Series chips for laptops.
- Weird Tech: An AI-powered pillow that adjusts while you sleep.
Las Vegas (Jan 5, 2026) — The doors have officially opened for CES 2026 day 1,has already delivered enough futuristic tech to make your head spin. While AI (Artificial Intelligence) is the buzzword of the year, big brands are finally showing us practical ways to use it, not just chat with it.
From transparent screens that look like glass to robots that manage your home, here is a roundup of the best tech from CES 2026 Day 1 that you need to know about.
Samsung’s AI Home Companion (Ballie 2.0)
The star of Day 1 wasn’t a phone or a TV—it was a rolling yellow ball. Samsung has officially launched the upgraded Ballie AI robot. Unlike previous versions, the 2026 model comes with a built-in projector.
It can follow you around the house, project video calls onto the wall, feed your dog, and even act as a security patrol when you are away. It is cute, creepy, and incredibly useful all at once.
Release Date: Late 2026.
LG’s Signature OLED T (Wireless & Transparent)
We have seen transparent prototypes before, but LG is actually selling one this year. The Signature OLED T is practically invisible when turned off, looking like a pane of glass in your living room.
The best part? It is almost completely wireless. It uses a separate “Zero Connect” box to transmit 4K video and audio wirelessly, meaning no messy cables cluttering your wall.
Nvidia’s RTX 60-Series for Laptops
Gamers, get your wallets ready. Nvidia used Day 1 to announce their new RTX 60-Series mobile GPUs. These chips are designed to handle heavy AI workloads and 8K gaming on laptops.
The demo showed Cyberpunk 2077 running at max settings on a thin laptop with zero lag. Expect to see these chips in new laptops from ASUS, MSI, and Razer starting next month.
The “Sleep-AI” Smart Pillow
One of the most talked-about gadgets in the health section is the Motion Pillow. It uses AI to detect when you are snoring.
Once it hears snoring, the pillow gently inflates and adjusts your head position to open your airways without waking you up. For millions of people with sleep apnea, this could be a game-changer.
Sony’s Mixed Reality Headset Update
While Apple dominates the headlines with Vision Pro, Sony quietly updated its XR Headset for creators. The new 2026 model is lighter, features 8K micro-OLED displays, and comes with a specialized ring controller that lets you “sculpt” 3D objects in mid-air.
Conclusion: What to Expect Tomorrow?
Day 1 was all about home entertainment and AI assistants. Tomorrow (Day 2), we expect big announcements from the automotive world, with rumors of a new Sony-Honda electric car prototype and flying taxi concepts. Stay tuned to World Times Now for live updates from the show floor.