Innovative iPolish Nails Make Waves at CES with Chameleon-Like Colors

Electrochemical Magic in Press-On Nails

In the classic sci-fi movie Total Recall, there is a memorable scene where a character easily changes her nail polish color using a digital pen. Fast forward 35 years, and this once-fictional technology has materialized in real life at CES 2026, thanks to iPolish. This innovative company has developed stick-on acrylic nails that, through a simple application of an electric charge, can switch hues in an instant.

To experience these vivid, ever-changing nails, you’ll need an accompanying device. This device, which connects to your smartphone, delivers the magic. By selecting your ideal shade via the app, you simply place the nail under this gadget, which then applies a brief electric pulse to alter its color. While the detailed mechanics are undisclosed, it's clear that some complex electrochemical processes are at work. The transformation occurs swiftly, taking roughly five seconds per nail, making the process both efficient and practical.

A Spectrum of Colors and Practical Design

iPolish’s ingenious nails offer the versatility of 400 different colors, which can be changed as often as desired. This flexibility means that coordinating nail colors with your wardrobe is no longer a constraint of salon visits. The starter kit is priced at a reasonable $95, featuring two distinctive styles: the shorter Ballerina and the elongated Squoval. It's important to note, however, that altering the shape of these nails is not advisable as it might damage the embedded technology. So, users are encouraged to choose a style that suits them from the outset.

For those inevitable moments when a nail is lost or damaged, replacements are affordably available at $6.50 each. Considering the cost and convenience of traditional nail services, the ability to alter your nail color at home provides both an economical and a stylish solution. While we await the product’s release scheduled for June 2026, its quality and reliability remain to be reviewed more thoroughly once it becomes available to consumers.