The 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world's premier technology event, opened on Tuesday in Las Vegas, the United States, where AI-enhanced home appliance showcased by Chinese firms continued to draw significant attention from industry professionals and the global market.
CES, as a bellwether for the global consumer electronics industry, annually presents cutting-edge innovations from tech companies in fields including artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, smart home systems, and autonomous vehicles.
According to the organizer, the U.S. Consumer Technology Association (CTA), this year's show attracted over 4,500 companies from more than 155 countries and regions. Among them, more than a thousand were Chinese enterprises, making China once again the largest exhibitor presence outside the United States.
At this year's CES, a key focus has been the integration of AI into everyday home life. Many companies introduced a wide array of smart home products, presenting comprehensive whole-home smart ecosystems that include large smart home appliances, intelligent cleaning products, and AI-enhanced devices.
"So we look at AI in two different aspects. In our televisions, AI can improve your picture, improve your sound to make sure you get the best performance out of your TV possible. And on the other side, particularly working with brands like Google and Google Gemini, we can bring AI to things like content understanding. So when you want to find something to watch, you talk to it conversationally and it understands you," said Bruce Walker, a senior professional in display technology.
To make cleaning easier, many companies have incorporated embodied intelligence and sensor technology into products such as robotic vacuum cleaners, cordless vacuums, and even robotic lawn mowers, enabling intelligent cleaning throughout the home. In this field, the innovative solutions presented by several Chinese brands have been particularly impressive.
"We're in a pivotal moment right now. I think it's a very impressive to see what China's been able to do, not just in the U.S., but the global stage -- product innovation you're seeing in various different product categories. It's really, really admirable," said Jordan Knox, a professional exhibitor in consumer-grade TV.
The Consumer Electronics Show was first held in 1967. This year's event runs from January 6-9, featuring product launches, exhibitions, business meetings, and industry forums. It aims to showcase breakthrough innovations in consumer electronics and serve as a guiding force for improving everyday life worldwide.
Chinese innovation on AI-enhanced home appliance steals spotlight at CES
