Samsung Electronics has unveiled its comprehensive Samsung AI companion ecosystem at CES 2026, presenting a unified vision for intelligent living across entertainment, home appliances, and healthcare devices. The announcement, made during The First Look event at the Wynn Las Vegas on January 5, 2026, showcases how artificial intelligence will transform daily interactions with technology.
Entertainment Revolution with 130-Inch Micro RGB Display
At the center of Samsung’s entertainment lineup stands the impressive 130-inch Micro RGB display, marking a significant leap in scale and picture quality. This massive screen features microscopic red, green, and blue diodes that operate independently to deliver color in its purest form, while the Micro RGB AI Engine Pro provides precise color control for vivid picture quality in every scene.
The Vision AI Companion (VAC) technology transforms televisions into true entertainment companions, extending functionality far beyond simple viewing. Users can receive personalized recommendations for what to watch, eat, and listen to, while soccer fans benefit from AI Soccer Mode Pro that delivers stadium-level picture and sound quality. The AI Sound Controller Pro allows viewers to adjust crowd noise, commentary, or background music levels for a customized listening experience.
Samsung’s 2026 TV lineup supports HDR10+ ADVANCED technology, delivering enhanced brightness, genre-based optimization, and improved gaming experiences. The company also introduced Eclipsa Audio, a new spatial sound system featured across all 2026 televisions, alongside two new WiFi speakers: the Music Studio 5 and 7 models designed by renowned designer Erwan Bouroullec.
Smart Home Appliances with Samsung AI Companion Integration
Samsung’s SmartThings platform now serves over 430 million users as of December 2025, providing the foundation for connected home experiences. The Family Hub refrigerator, enhanced with AI Vision built on Google Gemini, can now seamlessly track food items placed into and removed from the refrigerator, making meal planning more efficient than ever.
- “What’s for Today?” feature provides recipe recommendations based on available ingredients
- Video to Recipe converts cooking videos into easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions
- FoodNote delivers weekly reports on food intake patterns and restocking suggestions
- Voice ID technology distinguishes between family members for personalized content display
The Bespoke AI Laundry Combo eliminates the need to transfer loads between washer and dryer, while the new Bespoke AI AirDresser features Auto Wrinkle Care technology that uses air and steam jets to smooth shirts automatically. The Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam Ultra vacuum, powered by a Qualcomm Dragonwing processor, can recognize various liquids and serve as a home monitoring device when users are away.
Samsung is building a more unified, more personal experience across mobile, visual display, home appliances and services. With our global connected ecosystem, and by embedding AI across categories, Samsung is leading the way to offer more meaningful everyday AI experiences.
TM Roh, CEO and Head of Samsung’s Device eXperience Division
Healthcare Innovation and Future Availability
Samsung’s healthcare vision focuses on shifting from reactive to proactive care through its integrated device ecosystem. The company plans to offer personalized health coaching, exercise and sleep guidance, and recipe suggestions based on ingredients available in connected refrigerators. Wearable devices will monitor subtle changes in mobility, speech, and engagement patterns for early dementia detection through research partnerships.
Security remains paramount with Samsung Knox and Knox Matrix protecting user data across the ecosystem. The Samsung Exhibition Zone at CES 2026 is open to the public from January 4-7, showcasing these innovations firsthand. Users can expect seven years of Tizen OS upgrades for televisions, ensuring devices continue evolving long after purchase. The company has also partnered with Hartford Steam Boiler to offer insurance premium reductions for connected SmartThings appliances, demonstrating real-world benefits of the AI companion ecosystem.
