CES 2026 Archives - Digital Trends

      Dell reintroduces the XPS laptop, and this time it’s exceptionally impressive

      The new 14-inch and 16-inch XPS laptops feature a Tandem OLED display, Intel's Panther Lake processors, and the best battery life ever seen in this lineup.

      My favorite AMD gaming laptop has switched to Intel, and I’m concerned

      At CES 2026, Asus presents the newest Asus Zephyrus G14, which was traditionally powered by AMD—until now. I find this both intriguing and worrying.

      There’s no way to escape Samsung’s AI, and I’m fine with that

      AI was the central theme at Samsung's press conference during CES 2026.

      Samsung Galaxy Book6 laptops feature Intel Ultra 3 series chips and compete with MacBooks

      Available in three tiers, the Galaxy Book6 Pro and Ultra models come with 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays boasting 1,000 nits peak brightness, along with Galaxy AI and cross-device ecosystem features.

      A summary of Hisense’s CES 2026 launch

      That concludes Hisense’s CES 2026 press conference—it was brief, focused heavily on color, but provided some insights into Hisense's direction. You can find detailed posts below, but here is a summary (some elements remain unclear, but I’ll continue to update.)

      TCL launches X11L SQD-Mini LED TV to compete against RGB LED TVs

      The TCL X11L SQD-Mini LED TVs, priced from $6,999, guarantee exceptionally sharp visuals, accurate colors, deep blacks, and high brightness within a slim 0.8-inch cabinet.

      LG’s new robot Cloid is not what you expect

      I just attended LG’s CES 2026 press conference—termed a ‘World Premiere’—which gave the impression of introducing something groundbreaking (though it turned out that much of what was discussed had already been publicly released). However, the highlight of the event was clearly Cloid.

      Recap of LG Electronics’ CES 2026 ‘World Premiere’

      We’ve covered LG Electronics’ CES 2026 press conference—dubbed a ‘world premiere’—which mainly showcased Cloid, LG’s home robot envisioning the future. The standout consumer news was the new Wallpaper TV, which is only 9mm thick.

      This eSIM AR glasses aim to make your phone obsolete

      RayNeo is presenting a concept that integrates eSIM and 4G directly into AR glasses, aiming for independent connectivity for calling, streaming, translating, and instant cloud synchronization—without reliance on a smartphone.

      My initial impression of Honor’s unusual robot phone raised more questions than it answered

      If Honor's Robot Phone can fulfill the promises in its teaser video, it may hold something special—though it appears there’s still a long way to go.

      SwitchBot introduces MindClip, a device that aims to change your note-taking experience

      SwitchBot has entered the AI note-taking space at CES 2026 with its MindClip, a wearable designed for hands-free note capture.

      Zeroth wants to introduce your family to the Zeroth M1 home robot, along with a WALL-E-inspired design

      Zeroth Robotics made its debut at CES 2026 with five robots, but only the 15-inch M1 humanoid is expected to have pricing and availability in the near future, with preorders anticipated in Q1 2026.

      Samsung’s new Micro RGB TV is large and designed like a giant window

      Samsung is adding a massive 130-inch Micro RGB TV to its offerings, which features new anti-reflective display technology.

      You might never need to recharge a smart lock again

      Lockin’s V7 Max smart lock utilizes wireless optical charging and triple biometric security, completely eliminating the need for batteries and promising reliable, maintenance-free home security.

      The new Plaud NotePin S could revolutionize your note-taking methods

      Plaud’s NotePin S is designed for users on the go, featuring wearable AI note-taking capabilities while its desktop application extends the company’s focus to virtual meetings and hybrid work environments.

      Samsung reveals concepts featuring an OLED screen on a classroom robot and retro music equipment

      At CES 2026, Samsung is displaying several concept devices featuring an OLED screen, including a classroom robot and wearable gear.

      Your Questions: Mini LED vs OLED and smart TV buying advice

      Is Mini LED worth the savings compared to OLED? This episode of Your Questions delves into smarter TV purchasing options, eARC cable basics, and upcoming TV technologies to watch for at CES.

      Govee's vision for smart lighting expands beyond mere illumination

      Govee’s showcase at CES 2026 suggests a future where smart lighting adjusts to mood, routine, and wellbeing—not just schedules and commands.

      HP’s CES 2026 lineup leaks, featuring EliteBook, OmniBook, and OMEN AI PCs

      Leaked information about HP’s CES 2026 reveals a significant focus on AI PCs across the EliteBook business laptops,