Smart jewelry is getting smarter - and more stylish finally - at CES 2026

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Remember when smartwatches were clunky and ugly? Our health-tracking Apple or Google Pixel Watches aren't transforming into Rolexes anytime soon, but smartwatches and their siblings -- smart rings and fitness bands -- have come a long way from their early days. 

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Recent design and chip upgrades make these wearables slimmer, lighter, and more appealing to a general audience -- resulting in jewelry you'd actually want to wear. I've been on the ground at CES over the past few days, and I've found some great examples of established and up-and-coming brands alike making beautiful devices. Here are a few.