Spending just one day at IFA 2026, I barely scratched the surface of what was being shown. The event that some like to refer to as the “European CES” is massive, both in footprint at the Messe Berlin convention centre and in attendance since it’s open to the public for the afternoon hours.
While there from open to chose on Day One, however, I did manage to find lots of memorable gadgets. From unique earbuds to massagers, smart glasses accessories, sleep aids, and more, here are the items that caught my eye at the show in no particular order. Some are coming soon and some are already available to buy.
1. Anker Soundcore SleepLab Pro
If you want to track your sleep but don’t like fitness trackers, smart rings, or sleep earbuds, Anker has a unique device that sits on your nightstand instead of being worn on your body or even placed under your mattress. The stylish, circular Anker Soundcore SleepLab Pro replaces a traditional alarm clock with some hidden additional smarts: it uses 60GHz radar to track your heart rate, breathing, and four sleep stages.
Each morning, you can check the app for your detailed sleep report. It functions as an alarm clock and speaker as well, able to play music or even soothing sleep sounds, with 180 available in the app from which to choose. There’s no official launch date yet, but this is one gadget to watch if you’re looking for a sleep aid that you don’t have to wear.
2. Rokid Glasses Power Capsule
As you may know, I have been testing the Rokid AI smart glasses for the last month, and I’m really excited to bring you a detailed review soon. I took them with me to IFA 2026 as part of my review process, and they proved invaluable there. From easily capturing content on the show floor to helping me navigate to destinations, read/translate menus and signs, and get information, they’re so handy. But one of the biggest downsides is battery life. If you leave the live agent on so you can give “Hi Rokid” commands at any time, they last only about three hours, less when frequently recording and navigating as well. You can turn this feature off, opting to press and hold the side button to call up the assistant when you need it to save you some battery life. But you’re still unlikely to get through an entire day. That is, unless you have the genius Rokid Glasses Power Capsule, which I learned about at the show.
It looks like a wireless earbuds case, but inside are two battery capsules that can connect to the charging port at the back of the glasses frame for wearable charging on the go. It’s about an inch thick but you don’t feel it. If, like me, you have long hair, no one will even see it. You can also put the glasses down on a table and charge them while you enjoy lunch so they’re ready to wear again once you’re done. The 2,300 mAh battery provides up to six extra charges and can recharge the glasses to 80% in 20 minutes. By my estimates, if you swap between these two batteries and recharge each in the case while the other is in use, you should be able to get through an entire day with the glasses fully powered. In my eyes, this power capsule is an essential add-on that any owner of the glasses should have. You want to wear them to capture moments you don’t expect, and leverage the smart AI assistant at times you can’t predict, after all. And you can’t do that if the battery has died halfway through the day.
3. Shokz OpenFit Air 2 Open-Ear Wireless Buds
Launched a week before IFA, the Shokz OpenFit Air 2 are similar in design to the OpenFit Air except they are much lighter at just 7.2 grams per earbud, making them ideal for everyday wear. They come with a smaller and lighter charging case as well and a refined ear hook curve with a Ni-Ti alloy frame for better flexibility and support. They feature Shokz’s patented Bassphere driver and OpenBass 2.0 algorithm an upgraded pressure sensitive controls that help reduce accidental touch inputs caused by sweat, rain, or stray hair. Enjoy clear calls thanks to the dual mic system with AI noise reduction.
You get up to eight hours of listening per charge, 36 hours with the charging case. Charge them for 10 minutes to get up to three more hours of playback.
I loved the Shokz OpenFit Pros, as noted in my review, and even though the OpenFit Air 2s don’t have the same noise reduction technology, they offer pretty good value at just $170 in Canada.
Buy the Shokz OpenFit Air 2 for $169.95.
4. Anker eufy S2 Max Robot Lawn Mower
Robot lawn mowers were all over CES, and while I didn’t see quite as many of them at IFA (this may have been because I didn’t get to check out every hall of the show), the Anker eufy S2 Max stood out thanks to a few compelling features. As the first model the company has developed entirely in house, it can map up to 15,000 square metres of lawn and works fully autonomously with no boundary wires or RTK. It uses Vision-based SLAM navigation that builds a 3D real-time map of your back yard, front lawn, or property.
With 48 TOPS computing for real-time perception and decision-making, a feature you’ll love is edge-to-edge cutting thanks to an extendable trimming arm, so you don’t have to finish the job manually. The full AWD can handle terrains with an up to 38° slope while the dual-blade system doubles cutting efficiency.
There aren’t any details yet about a launch in Canada or the U.S., but the S2 Max is scheduled to launch in Europe in May 2027 and will sell there for 3,999 Euros, the equivalent of about $6,400 in Canada.
5. RheoFit A1 Automatic Massager
After walking all day (I logged about 24,000 steps at IFA!), when you see a booth with massagers, you can’t help but stop. At IFA, I didn’t see the typical massage chairs lined up in a row. Instead, it was three yoga mats on the floor with people lying on them as this strange device rolled up and down under their bodies. When the man working the booth asked if I wanted to try, how could I say no?
The RheoFit A1 isn’t just a roller massager, it’s also AI powered. It adjusts pressure to accommodate various muscles and areas of the body, can run AI body scans, and auto-stops as soon as you sit up. I found it slightly painful as it moved beyond my glutes and up my back, but this could have been the mode or my own sensitivity, not knowing what to expect. Shifting focus to just my legs, however, it was so soothing. It loosened up tight calf and hamstring muscles that I had been working all day.
The massager can run for up to 360 minutes per charge, enough for 24 full-body massages. I would love to have this in my workout room so I could run a quick cycle after an intense workout, or after getting home from a long walk. At just over $500, it’s not cheap. But it’s something you can take with you to massage everything from your forearms and legs to your back and even palms.
6. Dyson CameraJet Toothbrush
It was only a matter of time before Dyson extended its reach in the personal care space to oral care alongside hair care. And like with everything Dyson does, the company aims to “wow” with this super high-tech, stylish, luxury hygiene item. The Dyson CameraJet, which I admittedly did not see at the show (Dyson made its announcement to coincide with IFA, not at the actual event) combines brushing with liquid flossing and mouthwash dispensing. It’s meant to help you get into interdental spaces that are often missed while brushing, address inconsistent flossing, and help you improve your brushing routine. It achieves this by scanning 28 live images per second using 16 million lines of code.
Using the 470,000 dental images it has been trained on, the brush can identify and target gaps between teeth where you might notice the most plaque build-up. As for cleaning, it uses a conical jet to remove plaque, says Dyson, while also being gentle on gums and enamel. The anti-gravity tank delivers controlled mouthrinse jets from an angle, while the dual bristle brush head covers more tooth surface. There’s also variable sonic oscillation to help prevent bristle stalling.
Of course, it’s both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connected for live views, guided coverage mapping, personalized feedback, and customizable brushing and jetting modes, all accessible within the MyDyson app. There’s no pricing details yet (it will undoubtedly be the most expensive toothbrush you have ever seen) but we do know it will come in Ceramic Ultra Blue and Ceramic Pink and be available soon.
7. Anker Laptop Charger Pro
Portable battery packs are getting both smaller and more powerful. But if you want a plug-in laptop charger you can take with you that’s smaller, lighter, and more functional than the charging block that came with the computer, the Anker Laptop Charger Pro is a good option. Its Care Mode can recognize your exact laptop model and optimize charging accordingly, extending battery life by more than 40%. It promises 100% recognition for Mac and 90%+ for Windows when using the desktop app.
Get 45W max charging for a MacBook, 65W for Windows, and 30W mac for iPhone 17. The 100W max GaN charger can fully charge in 55 minutes, and it has a smart display to show real-time power, temperature, and mode. At 38% smaller than the Apple 96W charger and with foldable prongs, it’s the ideal travel accessory. The laptop charger will be available later this month for U$60.
8. Cuktech Turbo Fan Plus
I love seeing simple yet smart designs, and the Cuktech Turbo Fan Plus fits the bill. One of many portable fans on the show floor (smart move since the convention centre was sweltering!), this one stood out for a specific reason. You can use it all year ’round, even in the dead of winter, because the top portion comes off, transforming the handle into a standalone portable power bank. The 10,000mAh power bank delivers 33W USB-C output and 27W input so it can recharge quickly. The two pieces connect using a Power-Pin magnetic interface.
When you need cooling, you get a lovely breeze with the 30,000 rpm motor and high velocity wind force. There are three speed options including turbo boost. Yes, I absolutely tried it out on the show floor, likely longer than I should have to enjoy the much-needed cooling. It does the trick, perfect for a hot summer day out.
9. Scosche FoundIt Voyager Tracker Lock
It’s not new but the Scosche FoundIt Voyager is a neat product that’s perfect for the upcoming holiday gifting season. It combines tracker technology with a lock so you can monitor the location of valuables while keeping the contents protected as well. It works with both Apple’s Find My and Google Find Hub and the lock is TSA accepted, durable, and lightweight.
Find the item nearby by using the app to play a beeping noise, or locate it on a map in the app. It’s powered by a rechargeable battery and comes with a cable. Use it for your luggage, briefcase, gym bag, or other valuable item. At just US$40, the FoundIt Voyager is a good stocking stuffer and for right now, a thoughtful back-to-school gift.
10. Woowind Ventus Race Bike Pump
I reviewed the Woowind Ventus Pro last year and loved it. It came at the perfect time when I got a tire pressure warning on my car, and I used it to inflate all four tires to the right PSI. I have since used it to inflate a Spikeball ball and a pool floatie. It stays in my trunk at all times in case of emergencies.
The company was showing an extensive line of products at the show, some new, some prototype concept, and some launched within the last year. One that many will love solves one of the biggest issues I had with the Ventus Pro: it’s big and heavy. The Ventus Race Mini Bike Pump is not as powerful so you can’t use it on car tires. But its 120 PSI is perfect for inflating bike tires and other items that require less power. Because it’s so tiny, you can literally pop it into your pocket and not worry about finding a nearby gas station or shop to inflate. Stop anywhere to inflate your tires as needed – yes, even while you’re still on the trail.
It has support for Presta and Schrader valves and can inflate in about a minute with smart auto-stop. Suitable for all types of bikes as well as scooters, sports balls, and more, the 1.81 x 1.46 x 2.87-inch, 120-gram unit is the perfect accessory for a bicyclist.
Buy the Woowind Ventus bike pump for $81.21, down from $85.49.
11. Jackery HomePower 1000 Plus V2 Portable Power Station
Portable power stations were another hot category at the show. Given everything from recent wildfires to windstorms, and the massive storm that happened in Ontario just before IFA began, it’s something that’s especially on the mind of Canadians. One of the latest models that Jackery was showing off at its booth is the HomePower 1000 Plus V2 (along with the HomePower 2000 Plus V2). The 1,800W power station can support up to 11kWh using Jackery’s 2kWh expansion batteries.
With 3,600W peak surge capability, its four AC outlets can power most standard household appliances as well as heavy-duty power tools, including a refrigerator for up to 29 hours or critical heating equipment overnight. It also has DC output options. The unit’s dual DC inputs also support solar panel and DC-DC alternator charging and the integrated UPS system safeguards your sensitive equipment during blackouts and brownouts.
Rated to last for about 16 years, retaining 70% capacity after about 6,000 charge cycles, the 12.4 x 7.9 x 9.2-inch, 24-lb unit it easy to move from room to room. You can even take it outside, bring it for a camping trip or day at the park, or lend it to your neighbour when they beg you for help during a temporary blackout.
Get the Jackery HomePower 1000 V2 for $839, down from $1,359, a savings of 38% right now. If you need more power, look at the Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 power station for $1,399, down from $2,599, a savings of 46%.
12. Anker Sleep Earbuds 4 Pro
Another option for tracking sleep from Anker, the Anker Soundcore Sleep Earbuds 4 are ultra-slim, so they don’t stick out from your ears. Designed to look more like flat earplugs once inserted, they have high-tech smarts inside, including in-ear PPG that monitors sleep stages, heart rate and heart rate variability (HRV), and dynamically adjusts audio content to help you find the best sleep sounds.
What’s especially great about these is that the included charging case has a SleepHub smart screen that you can use to control them. This removes the temptation for endless nighttime scrolling in the dark – you don’t need to grab your phone to adjust settings at night or chec stats in the morning. Leave the TikTok and Instagram scrolling for the next day and use the case to play relaxing audio tracks, set an alarm, and see insights about your sleep. They will launch later this year with the Sleep Earbuds 4 selling for $330 and the Earbuds 4 Pro for $500.
13. Nuvell Home Plant Protein System
I’ll preface this by saying that you need to really love tofu to want to both invest the money in this machine as well as devote the counter space because it’s both expensive and large. The primary purpose of the automatic tofu maker is to make fresh tofu from soybeans, but it can also make fresh plant milk from oats and almonds. Eliminating the need for manual steps and multiple containers, all you need to do is add the ingredients, select what you want to make, and choose the desired result, like firmness for tofu. The machine handles the core process, including grinding, heating, filtering, and, for tofu production, coagulating, draining, and pressing. For those who have gone vegan and dairy free, this machine allows you to make your own food and drink at home. While it’s unclear if this translates to cost savings, it does give you control in making only what you need, using ingredients you choose.
The machine is in its current development stage and can produce up to 1.2 litres of plant milk per cycle in roughly 15 to 25 minutes. A tofu cycle takes about 30 to 60 minutes and yields around 150 to 200 grams of fresh tofu. Final figures may vary depending on ingredients, recipes, and chosen settings, and remain subject to final production specifications. Once done, run a high-temperature rinse cycle and deep-cleaning and descaling program: some parts are removable for easy cleaning as well.
14. Luna Band
I missed the chance to see the Luna Band at IFA (so many booths, so little time!) but I did get to see an early version at CES where I received a walk-through of the product when it was first announced. Plus, I have reviewed two Luna smart rings to date, including the Luna Ring and Luna Ring Gen 2, so I have a good idea of how the app works. Now, eight months later, Luna Ring is finally shipping. And the timing couldn’t be better with products like the Fitbit Air and Garmin Cirqa coming to market.
Just like those two, it’s a screenless fitness tracker that works with the same LifeOS system as the smart rings (read my Luna Ring Gen 2 review for in-depth details). Once you add a personal goal, the device will reconfigure and focus on what you need to do to help achieve it, whether that’s doing more strength training exercises to increase muscle or getting more sleep to work on restorative health. I can’t wait to try this one and compare to the Fitbit Air and Garmin Cirqa, which I have already reviewed.
15. Cuktech Power Exoskeleton
Exoskeletons are not new, but the Cuktech Power Exoskeleton capitalizes on the company’s expertise in charging by being powered by a pair of rechargeable power banks instead of a fixed internal battery. Each one is positioned in a covered fabric area on either side of the device and you can choose the capacity that best suits your needs and budget. If you have extra power, you can pop one out and use it to recharge your phone as well.
Designed to assist movement for those with mobility issues and while hiking and navigating demanding outdoor terrain, it’s lightweight and easy to put on. The multimodal sensor system and lower-limb motion-intention recognition technology detects and responds to the wearer’s movements in real time, adapting smoothly across level ground, slopes, and stairs. It delivers a maximum torque of 34 N·m, up to 35% movement assistance, and supports speeds of up to 18 km/h.
Built with a lightweight carbon-fibre frame, the exoskeleton weighs just 2.5 kg and features a quick-release buckle and foldable structure for easy storage and transport. I had the chance to try it at the show and it’s an odd sensation but does indeed give you a little boost as you walk. For those with sore knees, weak legs, or going through rehab, it’s an interesting option to consider for assistance in getting from one place to another more easily.