{"id":561749,"date":"2026-01-07T11:04:33","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T10:04:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/highxtar.com\/?p=561749"},"modified":"2026-01-07T11:04:34","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T10:04:34","slug":"lego-unveils-smart-play-its-biggest-revolution-in-nearly-50-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/highxtar.com\/en\/lego-unveils-smart-play-its-biggest-revolution-in-nearly-50-years\/","title":{"rendered":"LEGO unveils SMART Play, its biggest revolution in nearly 50 years"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The LEGO Group has just taken one of the most ambitious steps in its history. During CES 2026<\/strong>, the Danish company officially unveiled SMART Play<\/strong>, a new play platform it defines as its biggest innovation since the arrival of the minifigure in 1978.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The goal of SMART Play is clear, to bring physical builds to life without relying on screens. All of this is achieved while preserving the essence of the LEGO system. Most importantly for long-time fans, it maintains compatibility with existing pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The heart of the system: SMART Brick<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The key innovation is the SMART Brick<\/strong>, a completely new piece. It is slightly smaller than a traditional stud and integrates a custom-designed chip. Inside, it brings together more than 20 patents that are new to the toy industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its features include motion sensors, accelerometers, a sound sensor and a synthesiser with a built-in speaker. Thanks to this, the brick can react directly to what happens during play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When combined with SMART Tags<\/strong> and SMART Minifigures<\/strong>, the system responds in real time. Movements, tilts or physical interactions trigger specific sounds and behaviours. To power this technology, LEGO has also developed a new wireless charger that comes with the sets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full compatibility with the LEGO ecosystem<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the most notable aspects of SMART Play is its integration with the brand\u2019s current catalogue. The new smart pieces can be combined with classic bricks. This makes it possible to expand existing builds without starting from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A galaxy far, far away<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To launch this new chapter, LEGO once again turns to one of its most iconic universes, Star Wars<\/strong>. The first wave of SMART Play sets will arrive in March with three releases inspired by the galactic saga:<\/p>\n\n\n\n