Lego, smart and the brick
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The new sensor-packed Smart Play Brick will land this spring as part of a special Star Wars collection. The update adds interactive lights and sound to the Lego experience—including the minifigs.
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,
LEGO has announced a huge update to its bricks, which the company is calling "one of the most significant evolutions" in 50 years.
LEGO unveiled Smart Play at CES 2026, embedding interactive tech into bricks. The first Star Wars sets launch March 1, with preorders Jan. 9.
Consumer Electronics Show, the Lego Group gave us a potential answer. The company announced Lego Smart Play, which adds smart technology to your Lego builds, thanks to a new smart brick. It's not just a lone brick,