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13 hours agoMost dubious uses of AI at CES 2026
CES 2026 showcased pervasive, often gimmicky AI integrations in everyday gadgets, with some products stretching or undermining the meaning of "intelligence".
Say the words Ai Pin to any tech geek within earshot, and they'll most likely regale you with tales of AI gadget infamy. The Humane wearable was (past tense) nothing short of a disaster. Not only was the pin an eye-watering $700 when it was released, but it also required a $24 monthly subscription for LTE. To top it all off, it, uh barely did anything that its founders promised.