CES 2026
"Listen to music with candy, read a dog's mind..." 5 unique innovative products

[비즈한국] The key keyword for CES 2026 this year was undoubtedly Artificial Intelligence (AI). 'Physical AI', which combines AI with robotics, was the core message emphasized by almost every global tech giant. However, CES has never just been a venue for showcasing high-end technology. The reason this exhibition is called an 'imagination testing ground' for the global tech industry is because it has repeatedly seen ideas that seemed unrelated to practicality being realized into actual products.

Once again this year, what captured the attention of visitors were so-called 'geeky products' that twisted everyday senses and redefined the use of technology. We have summarized 5 unique innovative products that showed the potential for technological expansion beyond simple amusement.

The surround sound that bursts in your mouth: 'Lollipop Star'

The ingenious idea of "tasting music" has become reality. The product that drew the most attention from visitors at this CES was undoubtedly the musical candy 'Lollipop Star', which incorporates bone conduction technology. It is shaped like an ordinary lollipop, but the key lies in the Bluetooth module and vibration element hidden inside the stick. It uses bone conduction, where micro-vibrations generated when the user holds the candy in their mouth are transmitted directly to the inner ear through the teeth and jawbone. It provides a unique auditory experience where clear stereo sound resonates inside your head without the need for earphones.

This product aims for 'multi-sensory entertainment' beyond being just a simple candy. By matching music that complements the flavor of the candy, it satisfies both taste and hearing simultaneously. Its strength is that sound does not leak to people around you at all, allowing for secret, personal music listening in quiet public places or offices. Even after eating the candy, the stick body can be washed and reused as a bone conduction device, which is evaluated as being enough to stimulate the sensibilities of 'geeks'.

The robot chef 'Nosh' that cooks meat and vegetables 'evenly'

The robot chef 'Nosh' presented a vision of the future for kitchen appliances. This product is an intelligent cooking platform that performs over 500 global recipes, going beyond a simple automatic pot. When a user puts ingredients in a dedicated container, an AI visual sensor scans the state of the ingredients in real-time. It demonstrates precise heat control at the level of a professional chef, such as by accurately capturing the moment onions turn translucent or when the Maillard reaction of meat reaches its peak before moving on to the next cooking step.

The true innovation of Nosh lies in its personalized learning capability. Based on feedback left by the user after a meal, it datafies the intensity of seasoning or the level of doneness. As usage is repeated, the AI precisely learns the owner's palate, producing optimized results without the need for requests like "cook it a bit more thoroughly." By commanding the start of cooking via a smartphone app before leaving work, fresh home-cooked meals are ready by the time you arrive home, a system that is evaluated as realizing a groundbreaking reduction in domestic labor.

'iPolish' that changes nail color in 5 seconds

The era of applying and drying nail polish is over. 'iPolish', introduced by a beauty tech company, realized the "instant color-changing nails" seen only in movies. Instead of chemical paint, this product applied ultra-thin electronic ink (e-Ink) film to nail tips, where the particle arrangement changes according to electrical signals. When you select one of the 400+ colors and patterns loaded in the dedicated app, the nail design changes instantly in just 5 seconds.

Users can freely change their nail art every morning according to their outfit or mood. A single touch on a smartphone allows you to go to work in a neat nude tone in the morning and transform into a glamorous glitter pattern for an evening gathering. In particular, it captures both nail health and convenience as there is no need to remove them using harsh solvents like acetone, and there is no need to spend time applying and drying. Attention is focused on whether this will become a representative case combining sustainability and digital innovation in the beauty industry.

AI collar 'Collar Go' that reads a puppy's inner thoughts

'Collar Go', introduced by Satellai, is a smart wearable device exclusively for dogs that goes beyond being a simple location tracker. This product collects biological data such as the dog's barking sounds, sleep patterns, and heart rate 24 hours a day and analyzes it with cloud AI. The key is that it doesn't just show the dog's status in numbers, but translates and sends the dog's emotional state or signs of health abnormalities to the guardian's smartphone in real-time.

In particular, the strengthened conversational AI function received a great response from pet owners. When a user asks, "Why is my baby so listless today?", the AI analyzes accumulated data and provides specific answers such as, "They are feeling muscle fatigue because the walk volume was higher than usual yesterday," or "It appears they are feeling respiratory discomfort due to low indoor humidity." It received high marks for breaking down the language barrier between dogs and guardians through data-driven parenting guidance.

Semi-permanent door lock 'V150 Plus' with no battery replacement

You no longer need to worry about being unable to enter due to door lock battery discharge. Desloc's 'V150 Plus' is equipped with perovskite, a next-generation solar cell material, to realize energy independence. Unlike existing silicon solar cells, this technology generates power even in low-light environments like cloudy days or indoor lighting, continuously charging the battery with just the faint light in an apartment hallway.

The intelligent energy management system is also notable. If the lights remain off for a long period and power becomes insufficient, the device switches to 'ultra-power-saving self-sustaining mode', shutting off all power except for essential security functions. It has essentially realized 'Zero Maintenance' where the user does not need to worry about battery replacement cycles. It is evaluated as having secured both practicality and innovation by combining cutting-edge energy engineering with the most traditional security device.