The most exciting AI tech I've tried at CES 2026 so far (including a cleaning robot)

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Although the official CES kickoff is on Tuesday, that has not stopped companies from unveiling their latest and greatest product news ahead of the conference. This is especially true for the AI category, which has become increasingly ubiquitous, with launches including everything from standard AI models to AI-enhanced products such as pins, glasses, smart rings, mirrors, and even pet food bowls. 

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Since CES has a firehouse of announcements happening every day, I am gathering the most exciting AI finds for you from the conference, using ZDNET's coverage from both on and beyond the show floor. Under the "exciting" category umbrella fall products that you can purchase tomorrow to make your life easier, as well as developments that are moving the ...