AI gadgets had to get weird to stand out at CES 2026.

The big thinkers at Aperture showcase unusual inventions that unexpectedly changed human history.

With hits like the Dyson Airwrap, Stanley ice cube trays, and the Ninja Creami, innovation in the 21st century is at an all-time high. Many of these inventions stand out for their clever design or ...

Includes drawings of unusual inventions submitted to the patent office with clues to aid the reader in guessing the purpose of each invention. https://siris-libraries ...