CES 2026 (January 6–9 in Las Vegas) is heavily focused on AI advancements, especially in chips, robotics, autonomous systems, and consumer devices. The show opened with major keynotes from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel on January 5–6, emphasizing AI infrastructure and edge computing.Nvidia: Vera Rubin Platform and Physical AINvidia CEO Jensen Huang kicked off the event by announcing the Vera Rubin AI platform (successor to Blackwell) is now in full production, ahead of schedule.
- Claims over 3x–5x performance improvements in training and inference for massive AI models.
- Includes new robotics foundation models, simulation tools, and edge hardware for “physical AI” (training robots in virtual environments).
- Open models like Alpamayo for reasoning-based autonomous driving (demoed in a Mercedes-Benz CLA).
- Partnerships for humanoid robots (e.g., Boston Dynamics, LG) and enterprise AI integration.https://artifacts.grokusercontent.com/third-party-imageadwaitx.com
AMD: Ryzen AI Series and Helios Data CenterAMD CEO Lisa Su unveiled:
- Ryzen AI 400 Series and Ryzen AI Max (Strix Halo) for AI PCs, competing with Intel’s latest.
- Helios rack-scale AI system with MI455X chips to rival Nvidia’s NVL72.
- Focus on AI from cloud to edge, including gaming enhancements.
Intel: Core Ultra Series 3 (Panther Lake)Intel launched the Core Ultra Series 3 processors:
- First built on Intel 18A process (US-manufactured).
- Integrated AI acceleration for better efficiency in laptops and edge devices.
- Demos in gaming, content creation, and retail AI.
Samsung: AI Companions for Everyday LifeSamsung’s “First Look” event highlighted AI Living with companions integrated into home appliances and devices.
- Vision for personalized AI in TVs, smart home, and mobility
Other Notable AI Highlights
- AI Companion Robots & Pets: Themes of physical AI presence, including lifelike robotic pets and desktop companions (e.g., Lepro AI’s Ami).
- Broader trends: AI in lighting (Govee AI Bot 2.0), wearables, and smart home integration across booths.https://artifacts.grokusercontent.com/third-party-imagemashable.comhttps://artifacts.grokusercontent.com/third-party-imagepcgamer.comhttps://artifacts.grokusercontent.com/third-party-imageglobal.kyocera.com
The show is ongoing, with more expected on AI in mobility and consumer gadgets. AI dominates discussions, from data centers to everyday devices. Check back for updates as the floor opens fully!
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