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CES 2026: Brain-Boosting Headsets & Rollable Laptops
13 Jan
Summary
- Neurotech headphones showed measurable reaction time improvements.
- Lenovo showcased conceptual rollable laptops with adaptive displays.
- Samsung unveiled an audacious foldable phone that becomes a tablet.
The annual CES tech showcase in Las Vegas revealed significant advancements in consumer technology and futuristic concepts. Attendees experienced neurotech headphones, like Neurable's PRIME system, which demonstrated measurable improvements in reaction times by visualizing focus and cognitive load in real-time. These devices aim to train the brain similarly to physical muscles.
Lenovo presented ambitious rollable laptop concepts featuring displays that extend upwards or outwards, transforming standard laptops into desktop monitor-like devices. While still conceptual, these "adaptive screen real estate" explorations showed polished mechanics. Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold was another highlight, unfolding into a large tablet display while remaining pocketable, signaling audacious possibilities in foldable phone design.
Other notable innovations included Xreal's AR glasses with a 240 Hz display, TDM's Neo headphones that convert into speakers, and Lego's Smart Play system adding sensors and lights to bricks. Unique gadgets like the music-playing Lollipop Star and Lepro's physical AI companion, Ami, also captured attention, alongside Jackery's autonomous Solar Mars Bot power station.
