Lenovo unveils concept for a 'no-charging' wireless keyboard and mouse that charges automatically with indoor lighting
At CES 2026, Lenovo unveiled its next-generation light-concentrating technology, which enables photovoltaic power generation even in indoor light levels as low as 50 lux. The company also revealed its vision of creating the industry's first truly charge-free mouse, designed to continuously charge while in use.
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At CES 2026, held in Las Vegas on January 6th, 2026 local time, Lenovo unveiled a number of concepts centered around AI and new devices, including a personal AI hub, glasses with an AI assistant, and a multi-device display with an AI assistant.
Lenovo also presented two concepts for its 'smart accessories.' The 'Lenovo Adaptable Keyboard Concept' is a keyboard with adjustable stroke, allowing users to freely switch between settings such as keystrokes for fast operation when gaming, or more precise and controlled operation when working.
The 'Lenovo Self-Charging Kit Concept' is a concept presented by Lenovo for a 'solar-powered keyboard and mouse that operates using only everyday indoor light.'
The image below shows the Lenovo Self-Charging Kit. It features a light-collecting panel on the keyboard and a power-collecting panel on the surface of the mouse. The concept image also reveals a button for switching between three Bluetooth devices and an eco-mode button for extending battery life.
The Lenovo Self-Charging Kit's power collection panel is equipped with 'next-generation light harvesting technology' and is designed to operate even in indoor lighting levels of around 50 lux. Even small solar panels for typical calculators often require 200 to 500 lux of illumination, and Logitech's wireless keyboard, the Signature Slim Solar+ (K980), which can be charged using indoor lighting, requires a minimum of 200 lux of illumination to charge. In comparison, the 50 lux required for charging the Lenovo Self-Charging Kit is equivalent to the brightness of a dimly lit room or indirect lighting, allowing it to self-charge at much lower illumination levels than conventional small solar panels. This allows charging even under everyday lighting conditions, similar to when using a mouse or keyboard, making it a 'true charge-free accessory,' according to Lenovo.
The Lenovo Self-Charging Kit was only unveiled as a concept exhibit at CES 2026, and no date has been set for when it will be released as a product. Lenovo's goal is to make everyday workspaces more sustainable and cable-free, and the company says of the Lenovo Self-Charging Kit, 'Whether you're a power-hungry mobile worker or someone who appreciates the sleek aesthetics of a wireless workspace, the Self-Charging Kit offers a more convenient and sustainable accessory solution.'
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