Razer PROMISED they’d release this - Razer @ CES 2026

Quick Overview

Razer showcased several conceptual projects at CES 2026, including Project Motoko, an AI companion integrated into headphones with cameras for augmented reality/AI assistance, and Project Madison, a gaming chair featuring haptic feedback and THX speakers, though Razer did not confirm concrete release dates for either prototype.

Key Points: Razer demonstrated 'Project Motoko,' conceptual noise-cancelling headphones featuring embedded 4K Sony cameras intended to function as smart glasses for AI assistance and POV video recording. Project Motoko's AI assistant, named Kira (an anime avatar), can read menus in foreign languages (like Japanese) and provide real-time advice, such as suggesting casserole recipes based on visible ingredients. Razer also showcased 'Project Ava,' a more gaming-focused AI companion that can analyze gameplay (like a Battlefield 4 M433 loadout) via screen monitoring and offer tips, featuring holographic avatars like Kira and Zane. The third major concept was 'Project Madison,' a gaming chair featuring four haptic motors (two in the back, two in the butt) and embedded THX speakers for directional, immersive audio feedback. The presenter noted that Project Madison's haptics provide a 'total immersion' experience, rumbling the user's body based on in-game audio cues like explosions or grenade throws. Razer stated they hope to bring Project Madison to a released product, allowing users to connect it to other speakers for a 7.1 surround experience, and they are working with developers to fine-tune the haptic feedback. Both Project Motoko and Project Ava are still prototypes, and Razer did not commit to releasing them, though Project Ava is targeting over 30 hours of battery life.

Context: The video takes place at the Razer booth at CES 2026, where the presenter introduces several conceptual hardware projects that integrate AI and immersive feedback technology. The main focus is on three prototypes: Project Motoko (smart headphones), Project Ava (a holographic AI companion desk accessory), and Project Madison (a haptic gaming chair), demonstrating the potential future direction of Razer's peripheral ecosystem.