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CES 2026

On January 6, tech giants and promising startups alike will converge on Las Vegas for CES 2026, the most powerful tech event in the world. The Digital Trends editorial team will be there on the show floor, talking with experts, trying products for the first time, and breaking down what this year’s innovations mean for you.

Adult, Female, Person

Daimon Robotics’ new data acquisition system brings haptic intelligence to robot teleoperation

One of CES 2026's big robotics releases is a new robotic control suit from Daimon Robotics.
Best of Computex 2025 MSI Claw A8

MSI’s AMD Claw A8 finally nears U.S. release after months of global delays

MSI’s Claw A8 handheld, powered by Ryzen Z2 Extreme, is finally nearing U.S. availability after months of unclear delays, entering a competitive and price-sensitive handheld gaming landscape.
Ford EV

Ford’s new EV platform aims for the Moon, hopefully charging stations are included

Ford’s ambitious UEV platform targets low-cost, high-tech EVs for 2027 as the automaker prepares to compete with China, overhaul manufacturing, and reset its entire electric strategy.
Clothing, Footwear, Shoe

I tried these shoes that can only exist thanks to 3D printing

Shoe maker Syntilay has unveiled its new PulsePodz shoes, which it claims couldn’t have been made without 3D printing and AI. These recovery slides feature nine individual pods on the base, designed with a lattice structure and different densities that create a cushion to target support where the foot needs it most. Syntilay says this […]
Handheld

Gigabyte says your handheld gaming PC won’t ship without a real twist

Gigabyte is considering a handheld gaming PC, but CEO Eddie Lin says it won’t launch without a clear differentiator. At CES 2026, he signaled originality comes before timing, pricing, or regions.
A hand holding the Clicks Communicator

I held the Clicks Communicator, and it blends the QWERTY past with modern tech like no other phone

For those of you desperate for a high-quality, premium keyboard smartphone made for the modern age, this could be your holy grail.
DDPAI Z90 Master

DDPAI reveals the next-generation of dash cam technology at CES 2026

The Z90 Master is the world's first dash cam to offer a three channel 4K front + 4K rear + 3K interior camera setup.
From mode from top on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.

Your next Galaxy Z Fold could get a 20% shallower crease

Samsung Display’s CES 2026 demo hints the Galaxy Z Fold 8 crease could be about 20% shallower. Material changes may reduce glare, but cost and a late Q1 decision could decide whether it ships.
artificial-skin-robot

This artificial skin could give ‘human-like’ sensitivity to robots

A new artificial skin unveiled at CES 2026 could give robots human-like sensitivity, helping machines better understand pressure and texture to handle objects, adapt their grip, and interact with people and environments more naturally.
infinity-handbag

This luxury handbag uses an OLED screen to match your outfit

CES 2026 introduced a luxury handbag with a built-in OLED screen that lets you change its look on demand, blending high-end craftsmanship with digital customization to create a fashion accessory that adapts to your outfit.
lollipop-star

This tasty lollipop plays music in your head when you bite it

Lollipop Star is an edible candy that doubles as a speaker, using bone-conduction vibrations through your jaw to play music while you bite, blending flavor and sound into one unusual listening experience.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

Acer still won’t tell you the Nitro Blaze handheld release date

Acer spent CES 2026 showing off monitors, laptops, and other hardware in Las Vegas. What it didn’t show was just as telling. There was no sign of the Nitro Blaze handheld gaming PCs it has teased for more than a year. If you’re waiting for the Acer Nitro Blaze handheld release date before you buy […]
Electronics, Screen, Computer Hardware

This 27-inch QHD monitor hits 610Hz for your fastest games

A 27-inch 1440p LCD panel shown at CES 2026 claims a native 610Hz refresh rate. It also lists 1ms GTG, anti-glare coating, and wide color, but pricing and timing are still unknown.
Side view of Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable Concept

TCL brought two of the most exciting flexible screen devices to CES 2026

Motorola revealed a book-style foldable at CES 2026, featuring an 8.1-inch 2K LTPO panel co-developed with TCL CSOT, and it aims to undercut competitors like Google and Samsung.
twelve-south-valet-wireless-charger

Twelve South’s wireless charging pad looks like a luxurious leather tabletop accessory

Twelve South’s new Valet wireless charger hides modern charging tech inside a premium leather catchall tray, turning an everyday charging pad into a design-forward tabletop accessory meant to stay on display.
JLabs ANC earbuds

Here’s What JLab’s New Tiny ANC Earbuds Can Do for You

JLab unveiled ultra-compact ANC earbuds, a refreshed work headset, and new open-ear colour options, focusing on everyday usability, affordability, and modern audio features.
rokid-style-smart-glasses-mudra-link-neural-band

Rokid is bringing wearable control to smart glasses at a lower cost than Meta

Rokid is pairing its display-free smart glasses with Mudra’s neural wristband to offer wearable, touch-free control at a significantly lower cost than Meta’s smart glasses and Neural Band.
disney+ vertical videos

Disney+ will soon feel like doomscrolling social media on your phone

Disney+ plans to introduce vertical videos this year, blending streaming with social-style scrolling as it looks to keep users engaged daily and compete with platforms that already dominate phone-first viewing habits.
Computer, Electronics, Laptop

NuPhy Kick75 dual-profile switch lets you swap feel for work and gaming

NuPhy’s Kick75 is built around a dual-profile switch that aims to shift between low-profile typing and standard-profile gaming. CES hands-on should reveal whether the swap feels real and stable.
Face, Head, Person

iKKO’s tiny phone has a folding cam and a keyboard for your tactile fix

iKKO’s MindOne is a credit-card-sized BlackBerry-style keyboard phone with always-on AI ambitions. It uses SIMO vSIM fallback data in 140-plus countries and launches February 8, 2026 for $329 to $499.
Accessories, Glasses

A different kind of smart glasses changes your prescription as you look around

IXI’s autofocus smart glasses aim to refocus your prescription in real time using eye tracking and liquid-crystal lenses. Shown at CES 2026, it targets people tired of varifocal compromises, with Europe-first plans.
Ford AI assistant demo featured.

Ford is building an AI assistant that knows your vehicle inside out

Ford just demoed a new AI assistant at CES that has a deeper understanding of its vehicles and the driver's needs.
Crowd, Person, Audience

Intel wants to power your next handheld with Core G3 chips

Intel is reportedly preparing Intel Core G3 handheld chips based on Panther Lake, with Arc B390 integrated graphics gains as the main hook. Here’s what that could mean for portable gaming PCs.
Digital Trends TopTech Awards

Digital Trends’ Top Tech of CES 2026 awards: our favorite picks from the show floor

These are the 22 best products we saw at CES 2026.
Aiper IrriSense 2

This smart product ensures you’ll never forget to water your garden again

The Aiper IrriSense 2 is a smart irrigation system which makes worrying about your lawn a thing of the past.
Lenovo Yoga AIO i Aura Edition desktop

Lenovo reveals the most stylish PC I’ve ever seen and it easily outshines the iMac

The Lenovo Yoga AIO i Aura Edition boasts serious substance to outshine the iMac, including a sharper 4K OLED, 165Hz screen. It packs Intel's latest Core Ultra X7 358H, 32GB RAM, and a 16MP webcam with face unlock.
Acer Predator 1,000Hz refresh rate gaming monitor.

Acer thinks you need a gaming monitor with a 1,000Hz refresh rate at any cost

Acer's new Predator XB273U F6 gaming monitor hits 1,000Hz using dynamic resolution switching. It may not be for everyone, but it shows where ultra-smooth gaming is headed.
Govee Ceiling Light Ultra

Govee’s CES showcase shows smart lighting as part of everyday life

At CES, Govee is showcasing a new generation of smart lighting, demonstrating how advanced color control, adaptive automation, and creative lighting features can integrate naturally into everyday home environments.
Soundcore Work

This coin-sized recorder wants to remember your meetings for you

Debuted at CES 2026, Soundcore’s Work recorder delivers accurate AI transcription and summaries in a tiny, wearable form factor with Find My support and thoughtful privacy features.
Person using the Moto Sound Flow speakers.

The Moto Sound Flow speaker makes clever use of UWB tech to give you an immersive listening experience

Motorola's new portable speaker offers premium audio and a host of innovative features for €199.
Samsung Galaxy TriFold folding, Trifold phone

I’ve used the Galaxy TriFold and it solves a foldable phone issue I didn’t know I had

The rear game changer here isn't the size of the folding screen, it's the aspect ratio.
Computer, Electronics, Computer Hardware

Your Zenbook Duo’s smaller hinge gap makes dual screens feel seamless

Asus is tightening the Zenbook Duo’s dual-screen design with a refined hideaway hinge and an 8.28 mm gap. The change aims to make two displays feel more like one workspace.
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition marketing image.

Lenovo’s new Yoga laptops offer a smart way to ditch your pen tablet

Lenovo's new Yoga Pro 9i and 7i feature a unique trackpad that can double as a drawing surface.
Lamp, Adult, Male

ThinkPad X1 Carbon’s Space Frame redesign could make your next repair painless

Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 gets a Space Frame redesign that aims to run cooler and cut downtime. The new layout supports easier repairs, plus faster Core Ultra chips.