The article reviews CES 2026, highlighting significant advancements in consumer technology and autonomy, despite mixed media coverage. It discusses shifts in exhibitor presence and the evolving landscape of mobility, as well as Nvidia's dominant role in the tech industry.

BMW’s Designworks Studio in Santa Monica is using AI as a collaborative tool to envision future products and environments. The studio focuses on understanding customer needs and shaping a future design narrative rather than just using AI to create products directly. This approach supports BMW’s broader goals, including their new vehicle platform, Neue Klasse.

Toyota has unveiled the Walk Me chair, a four-legged robotic device designed to assist people with limited mobility. It adapts to various terrains and can navigate stairs, while offering comfort and user-friendly controls. Although still a prototype, it shows promise for enhancing independence for users.