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Not that long ago, a high-tech hair tool meant a slightly lighter dryer or a straightener with auto shut-off. That bar has moved. At Dreame’s 2026 event in San Francisco last week, the company made a case that hair care is no longer just about heat — it’s about data, sensors and software doing a surprising amount of the work for you.

Under the “Self Next” banner, Dreame introduced a suite of personal care devices that treat styling less like a manual process and more like a system that can be optimized, personalized and simplified. The premise is straightforward: smarter tools, better outcomes.

It’s also a strategic moment for the brand. Dreame, best known for its engineering-heavy approach to home tech, is seeing rapid growth in North America and is clearly investing in expanding its footprint here.…