Your next Galaxy Z Fold could get a 20% shallower crease

Samsung Display’s CES 2026 demo hints the Galaxy Z Fold 8 crease could be about 20% shallower. Material changes may reduce glare, but cost and a late Q1 decision could decide whether it ships.
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Why Amazon bought Bee, an AI wearable

Amazon explains where its wearable Bee fits in and whether it will merge with Alexa.

Pebble founder says his new company is ‘not a startup’

Pebble’s founder talks about how his new company is doing things differently.

Amazon says 97% of its devices can support Alexa+

Amazon is counting on its Alexa footprint to help it gain traction in the consumer AI race.

Motional puts AI at center of robotaxi reboot as it targets 2026 for driverless service

Motional says it will launch a driverless robotaxi service in Las Vegas before the end of 2026.

This artificial skin could give ‘human-like’ sensitivity to robots

A new artificial skin unveiled at CES 2026 could give robots human-like sensitivity, helping machines better understand pressure and texture to handle objects, adapt their grip, and interact with people and environments more naturally.
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This luxury handbag uses an OLED screen to match your outfit

CES 2026 introduced a luxury handbag with a built-in OLED screen that lets you change its look on demand, blending high-end craftsmanship with digital customization to create a fashion accessory that adapts to your outfit.
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How the Sleepbuds maker, Ozlo, is building a platform for sleep data

Ozlo Sleepbuds are going to have a big year, with new products, AI features, and more.

This tasty lollipop plays music in your head when you bite it

Lollipop Star is an edible candy that doubles as a speaker, using bone-conduction vibrations through your jaw to play music while you bite, blending flavor and sound into one unusual listening experience.
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Video Friday: Robots Are Everywhere at CES 2026
Video Friday: Robots Are Everywhere at CES 2026

Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion.ICRA 20…