https://www.cnet.com/news/square-off-is-robotic-chess-with-harry-potter-like-magic-at-ces-2019/

After years away from chess, GZA's words inspired me to play online. But my virtual obsession felt a bit off. The convenience of playing chess on my phone came at the cost of using a screen as the board. I missed the feel of an actual chessboard and picking up pieces.

With the help of robotics, magnets and AI, the Indian company Infivention made Square Off, a physical chessboard designed to be played online. From what I've seen, it is nothing short of magical.