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January 8, 2026

Lego Smart Bricks introduce a new way to build -- and they don't require screens

Lego developed a custom ASIC chip that allows its new Ssmart Bricks to pick up on signals from surrounding Smart Tags that dictate how it should make sounds or light up.

Lego Smart Bricks introduce a new way to build -- and they don't require screens

TL;DR

  • Lego unveiled its Smart Play system at CES 2026, integrating interactive elements into its toys.
  • The system includes Smart Bricks, Smart Tag tiles with unique IDs, and Smart Minifigures.
  • Smart Bricks and Minifigures interact with Smart Tags to trigger lights, sounds, and actions relevant to the build.
  • An accelerometer within the Smart Bricks enhances interactivity by responding to movement.
  • The system uses a patented ASIC chip, miniature speaker, accelerometer, and LED array.
  • BrickNet, a Bluetooth protocol, allows multiple Smart Bricks to communicate and work together.
  • The Smart Play system requires no screen time and no setup for pairing.
  • The first two Smart Play sets, themed around Star Wars, will be released on March 1, with preorders starting Friday.
  • The 'Luke's Red Five X-wing' set costs $69.99, and the 'Throne Room Duel and A-wing' set is $159.99.
  • These Star Wars sets will animate characters and enable features like Lightsaber duels through interaction with Smart Tags.

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