The most bizarre tech announced so far at CES 2026

At CES 2026, alongside major tech announcements, several unusual and quirky gadgets stood out for their novelty and creativity. Razer unveiled an evolved version of its esports AI coach: a 5.5-inch holographic anime assistant that sits on your desk, offering gaming tips, productivity help, and personal advice through lifelike animated avatars with eye-tracking and expressive features. Notably, it uses a built-in camera to monitor users and their screens, raising privacy questions, and remains a concept without guaranteed production. Another highlight was An’An, an AI-powered baby panda robot designed to support elderly care by providing emotional companionship, personalized interaction through voice and touch recognition, and reminders to aid memory, while keeping caregivers informed. Other standout innovations included a $500 AI-enabled countertop ice maker from Govee Life that uses patented NoiseGuard technology to detect and prevent noisy freezing cycles by auto-defrosting, producing up to 60 pounds of ice daily. Seattle Ultrasonics introduced an ultrasonic chef’s