CES 2026 Gear Review: Practical Tech for Everyday Life

CES 2026 Gear That Actually Matters for Colorado Life

CES has a reputation for showcasing wild concepts and novelty tech, but this year highlighted products that feel useful outside of demo halls and press releases. From gear that makes hauling to trailheads (and sideline snacks) way easier to tech that optimizes your indoor energy on code marathons, CES 2026 had some standout products worth bookmarking.

Navee E-Wagon Cart 4X

Navee E-Wagon Cart 4X electric utility wagon. Image courtesy of Navee.

Navee E-Wagon Cart 4X showcased at CES 2026. Image courtesy of Navee.

If you’ve ever lugged gear up a trail or wrestled coolers and tents in the dark, the Navee E-Wagon Cart 4X will make your old folding wagon look like a sad museum piece. This rideable electric cart packs a 3000 W motor and a rugged build that doesn’t quit when terrain gets interesting. It isn’t just a convenience toy — it actually solves a recurring problem without demanding weekly battery swaps. Haul camping gear, firewood, or even an extra passenger around the site without breaking a sweat, and when you’re done it collapses to fit in most trunks.
(Source: CES gear roundup from Tom’s Guide)

Motorola Moto Watch

Motorola Moto Watch performance smartwatch. Image courtesy of Motorola.

Moto Watch handling calls during an active day. Image courtesy of Motorola.

A fitness-focused watch built for people who like to earn their good times. It blends long battery life, dual-frequency GPS for accurate trail tracking, and robust health metrics — heart rate, recovery scores, sleep modes, and Polar-enhanced performance metrics — all tailored to athletes and adventurers alike. Whether you’re type-2 fun hiking or chasing PRs on the Boulder hills, this wearable is worth calling out.‍

(Link to CES wearables coverage for specs and context)

Sunbooster Near-Infrared Light

Sunbooster near-infrared light therapy device. Image courtesy of Sunbooster.

Sunbooster clipped to a laptop during a work session. Image courtesy of Sunbooster.

Even with Colorado’s reputation for sunny days, the work-from-desk grind often keeps you inside more than you think. The Sunbooster clips onto your laptop or monitor and delivers near-infrared light — the part of sunshine most indoor lighting completely misses — while you work. It helps support energy, mood, and focus without interrupting your routine, quietly augmenting your light exposure during long screen sessions so winter days and afternoon slumps feel less like obstacles. (Learn more at the official Sunbooster site.)

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Razer Project Motoko

Project Motoko concept render. Image courtesy of Razer.

Project Motoko shown in a live demo context. Image courtesy of Razer.

CES has seen its share of “smart glasses” that lean too hard into sci-fi aesthetics. Razer’s Project Motoko takes a different tack with smart headphones that bring AI into your listening experience. Real-time translation and context-aware responses worked in demos more like a useful sidekick than a theatrical prop, translating conversation or answering questions without the need for a screen. It’s an intriguing direction for people who want seamless information flow without pulling out a device.
(Source: AP News CES coverage)

LEGO Smart Brick

LEGO Smart Play showcase at CES 2026. Image courtesy of LEGO.

LEGO Smart Play NFC-enabled tag used for interactive experiences. Image courtesy of LEGO.

The LEGO Smart Brick enhances classic physical play by embedding sensors, lights, and interactivity into the bricks themselves. Rather than tethering play to a screen, this approach blends physical creativity with contextual responsiveness — sound, light, and interaction triggered by proximity and movement. It’s a reminder that tech can augment rather than replace familiar forms of play.
(Link to LEGO Smart Brick info)

Home Robotics Trends

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At CES 2026, home robotics began to feel a little more real and a lot less like concept demos. LG’s CLOiD robot showcased a vision of coordinated household automation, using AI and connected appliance integration to handle chores and reduce everyday effort.  Roborock also returned after being featured in our CES 2025 roundup (see our insights from last year)  with the Saros Rover — a robotic vacuum with AI-driven wheel-leg architecture capable of climbing stairs and navigating slopes while cleaning, a leap forward from traditional flat-floor robots.  On the companionship front, Tombot’s Jennie reminded attendees that robotics can also be about emotional support, blending lifelike interaction with CES-style execution. Together, these examples hint at a future where home robots don’t just vacuum or talk back, but genuinely ease daily life in multiple dimensions.

Closing Thoughts

CES 2026 showcased a wave of products that balance usefulness with thoughtful design. From gear carriers that actually free you from grunt work to wearables that track what matters and audio interfaces that feel genuinely helpful, this year’s tech lineup was less about spectacle and more about utility.

Share which CES gadget you’d like to see in action next — we’re already planning field tests.

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