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CES: tech trends in 2026

Thank you to CTA for inviting us back to CES as media for the 9th year. As usual, it was an absolute whirlwind of exhaustion. But, I’m back to share all of the things I saw and did with the top tech trends in 2026. If you love tech, read on. If you don’t love tech and instead want to shake your fist and scream into the void about how technology is going to ruin the world, also read on.

XNITO eVehicle Helmet

The XNITO eVehicle helmet is NTA 8776 certified helmet that designed for eScooters and eBikes that go up to 28mph, which is amazing when you’re talking about sending your kids off in open-air, small wheeled eVehicles that travel at car speeds and lack basic crash protection.

A mom’s take: IGL travel basketball hoop

What to do if you want a basketball hoop but don’t have the space: the IGL travel basketball hoop, made by the #1 best seller for portable hoops on Amazon. This new travel hoop is a foldable, luggage-style basketball hoop that sets up in 3 minutes and has a portable, rollable case that can store easily in a garage or shed.

PaddleSmash: pickleball your way, anywhere

PaddleSmash is a new game that is a spinoff of pickleball and roundnet in a fun, portable, and easy-to-learn game. So, now you can play a super fun paddle game right at home…. or at the beach, the park, the local field, or just about anywhere.  

Kidoodle 3D printer for kids

Searching for the best and easiest way to get kids interested in 3D printing? Introducing the Kidoodle 3D Printer for kids, which has models pre-loaded and an entire online gallery of models that kids can print using the touchscreen controls. It’s never been easier to print and play with your own 3D printed toys.

The weirdest musical instrument ever: The Otamatone

Meet the Otamatone, the weirdest and coolest instrument, ever. We got to try out the Otamatone Deluxe and not only is it adorable, but it’s also really fun to play. You can play it straight out of the box for laughs, or you can tune it and actually make {good} music with it.

The perfect winter sport: Pepper Pong

There’s so much we love about Pepper Pong, from its versatility, its portability, and its quiet play. Oh, and did we mention you can play it both indoors and out? It’s true!