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Colin Smith — January 14, 2026 — Autos
CES this year emphasized ambient intelligence and seamless access: devices that move intelligence out of phones and into objects you wear or touch the moment you arrive. When evaluating new launches, focus on real‑world utility (battery life, comfort, accuracy), privacy and interoperability (local processing, Matter/HomeKit support), and first‑use experience (setup, app quality, and accessories).
For example, Infinix’s AI GLASSES Series introduced both a standard model and a Pro variant that aim to be everyday eyewear rather than niche gadgets. The lineup blends hands‑free photography, extensive real‑time translation, audio playback, and a voice assistant, with the Pro model optimized for rapid first‑person photo and video capture, including features that will appeal to creators, travelers, and parents who want POV documentation. The glasses are lightweight, fashion‑forward, and include interchangeable frames, which helps them read as wearable tech rather than a device stuck to your face.
On the other hand, smart‑lock makers doubled down on biometric convenience. Ultraloq’s Bolt Sense and Latch 7 Pro showcased at CES add advanced authentication, such as 3D facial recognition and palm‑vein scanning, and broad smart‑home compatibility with Alexa, HomeKit and Google Home, with Matter support arriving later in the year. The Bolt Sense’s dual‑biometric approach is designed to reduce false negatives and enable truly hands‑free entry, while the Latch 7 Pro keeps traditional fallbacks (PIN, app, physical key) for reliability.
For example, Infinix’s AI GLASSES Series introduced both a standard model and a Pro variant that aim to be everyday eyewear rather than niche gadgets. The lineup blends hands‑free photography, extensive real‑time translation, audio playback, and a voice assistant, with the Pro model optimized for rapid first‑person photo and video capture, including features that will appeal to creators, travelers, and parents who want POV documentation. The glasses are lightweight, fashion‑forward, and include interchangeable frames, which helps them read as wearable tech rather than a device stuck to your face.
On the other hand, smart‑lock makers doubled down on biometric convenience. Ultraloq’s Bolt Sense and Latch 7 Pro showcased at CES add advanced authentication, such as 3D facial recognition and palm‑vein scanning, and broad smart‑home compatibility with Alexa, HomeKit and Google Home, with Matter support arriving later in the year. The Bolt Sense’s dual‑biometric approach is designed to reduce false negatives and enable truly hands‑free entry, while the Latch 7 Pro keeps traditional fallbacks (PIN, app, physical key) for reliability.
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