Lollipop Star: the musical lollipop we saw at CES 2026 that transmits music directly to your head

The 2026 Consumer Electronics Show presented a wide range of products, from laptops and robots to glasses, artificial intelligence for the home, televisions, and everything in between. However, among the most curious gadgets we found, we came across an unusual treat by Lava Tech Brands. It may not revolutionize the market or the way we eat, but it certainly caught our attention with the unique twist it offers when consumed: transmitting music directly to the inner ear without the need for headphones.

While walking through the halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center, we came across Lollipop Star. What makes this gadget special is its bone conduction technology. The concept is simple: when you start eating the lollipop and turn on the device at the bottom, the music starts playing directly in your head. The lollipop stick contains an electronic unit that sends vibrations through the jaw, which travel to the inner ear. The result is an experience in which the music is heard “inside your head” with surprising clarity, while for those around you, the device remains completely silent.

Exclusive artists and a collectible experience

Lava Tech Brands has approached this launch not as a simple candy, but as a musical collectible. The proposal feels close to the culture of clothing or sneaker drops, where exclusivity is key. For this debut, the brand has partnered with renowned artists, linking each flavor to a specific track.

• Blue Paradise (blueberry): “Beautiful Day” by Akon.
• White Peach & Strawberry: “Munch” by Ice Spice.
• Lime Sea Salt: “Mount Pleasant” by Armani White.

The Lollipop Star will retail for $8.99 and will be available in select stores. It is a single-use device, so once the lollipop is finished, the music stops forever. Once again, this is a technology that impresses more for what it can do than for the impact it could have in the future.

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