CES 2026: Loona DeskMate

 

Screengrab from video below

Headline:  Notebook Check, 1/7/2026

 Hannes Brecher reports and Enrico Frahn translates:

The so-called Loona DeskMate appears to be a relatively affordable AI robot, as it does not need its own high-performance processor, display, microphones or speakers. Instead, an Apple iPhone is magnetically attached to the robot via MagSafe. Because the iPhone is charged at the same time, DeskMate is intended to replace a desk charger rather than take up space for an additional gadget. 

When an iPhone is attached to DeskMate and the corresponding app is opened, the display shows two large eyes, while a motor can move the display and point it toward the user. These eye and head movements are designed to give the robot a charming personality. Loona DeskMate can further access the iPhone’s cameras and microphones, as well as the screen content of a Mac or Windows PC on the desk.

Price and availablity info here.  Anticipated to be <$300.

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