Lego is rolling out a high-tech twist on its classic bricks, though not everyone is thrilled about it. At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, the Danish company introduced "Smart Bricks," sensor-packed tiny blocks that light up,

Advanced electronics built into new bricks and figures can detect how they move and respond with light or sound effects

Lego's construction sets have been a fantastic choice for analog play for several decades now. These interlocking building blocks are set to get way more interesting with the inventive toy company's new Smart Play system that features electronics-packed bricks and minifigures for more

Lego Smart Play will add an array of sensors capable of detecting nearby building blocks, lighting up and playing music. Announced at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, the new offering is designed to inspire children to build and imagine in new ways,