20 things that caught my eye at CES 2026
One of the best shows in years also yielded tech that caught my eye for more reasons than one!
Another year has passed, and another CES has passed with it. Six days in Las Vegas — cut short thanks to a last-minute trip to China — is enough for most people, but add in several incredible pieces of technology, and it’s clear why it’s one of the best shows of the year.
That’s during the day, and in true Vegas style, the industry comes alive at night. From more evening cocktail and networking events than ever before, to even more concerts — including Gwen Stefani, Alesso, and Black Eyed Peas — this is the place to be if you’re in tech!
Powering it all is the tech industry, and yes, a wide range of announcements, including a ton of AI. Without further ado, here’s our Best of CES 2026, and trust me, it could have been a much longer list!
Satellai Collar Go
We have wearables to track human health and location, and now we have a wearable that can do the same for our pups. Satellai Collar Go uses a new platform called Petsense AI to monitor your dog’s location, temperature, sleep, and other metrics, helping you understand when something might be a little off. This is ideal for dog parents everywhere!
Roborock Saros Rover: Robotic Vacuum with legs
I love a robot vacuum, but to quote my mum, it can’t do stairs or clear a true multi-level house. Until now, the Roborock Saros Rover features actual legs that can climb stairs, hop over obstacles, and even dance. This is the robot vacuum I’ve been waiting for, mostly so I never need to vacuum my own house again.
A UV Printer like no other
I love printing things, and like my Best of IFA awards back in September, there’s another printer on this list. It turns out, it’s from the same company as well: launching later this year, the Xtool F2 Ultra UV printer can print on a range of materials. It’s absolutely wonderful, and I can’t wait to get one – perhaps to build future Best of Show trophies – when it launches later this year.
Dell’s new monitor will blow you away
For those that don’t know, I use two Dell UltraSharp monitors every day. While I absolutely love them, there’s no denying that one large monitor can be better — especially if you have OCD about their arrangement. The Dell UltraSharp 52 Thunderbolt Monitor delivers exactly this – 52 inches, 6K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a Thunderbolt 5 hub. What more could you ask for?
Boston Dynamics Atlas Humanoid Robot
CES 2026 featured many robots, but the best was, by far, the Boston Dynamics Atlas, a freestanding humanoid robot with incredible mobility, durability, and ease of repair. This will soon be found in Hyundai factories, and I can’t wait for the day that I can send it to all my meetings as well.
Razer’s Project Motoko
There are many smart glasses, but Razer decided to up the ante a bit with Project Motoko, a pair of headphones with built-in cameras. The premise is simple: not everyone loves glasses, but more people are comfortable with over-ear headphones. This has a built-in smart assistant that can help you with everything from gaming to cooking, and best of all, it’s a concept expected to launch this year!
The Galaxy Z TriFold
Ok, so this isn’t technically a CES 2026 announcement as it was announced last month, but this was Samsung’s first global showcase for the Galaxy Z TriFold, and it is glorious. I have a full hands-on coming, but this is the TriFold I’ve been waiting for, and Samsung has built several nifty software features that take advantage of the large screen!
LG’s Transparent OLED TV is phenomenal
LG launched its Transparent OLED TV technology last year, but this year, we saw the company demo it across many areas of its booth. From gates to displays and everything in between – and yes, as a TV, LG showcased just how useful transparent OLED TV technology can be. I can’t wait to get one in my home!
Lenovo’s incredible rollable gaming concept
Lenovo cleaned up at CES 2026, in every sense of the phrase! From the most stunning keynote I’ve sat in in years at the Sphere to over 20 new announcements, this was Lenovo’s show, and the Legion Pro Rollable Concept is a standout! Lenovo is known for innovative rollable products, and this is one of the niftiest, with the company using this tech to create an ultrawide rollable gaming laptop for the first time.
Lenovo’s excellent rollable PC concept
Of course, rollable technology is for more than just gaming, and the Lenovo XD Rollable Concept is designed for professionals everywhere. It uses the same tech as last year’s ThinkBook Plus Gen 6, and with a single tap, the 13.3-inch flexible OLED display expands to 16 inches, giving you around 50% more usable screen real estate. A big difference this year is that when unused, the rollable section of the display is visible on the rear, which could make it ideal for sales professionals and more.
Lenovo’s new cross-device AI Assistant
AI is everywhere in tech, and all we’ve been waiting for is a true cross-platform AI assistant that can see, understand, and do anything you want it to. Achieving this requires access and deep integration, and Lenovo and Motorola could have the answer. Expect Qira to be a big part of Lenovo and Motorola phones this year and beyond, and if it can deliver on its promise, this could be the AI to beat!
Motorola’s first Razr FOLD
Did you know that Motorola is the leading flip phone maker in the Americas, and for good reason? I love the Razr series, and at CES 2026, the company took it to the next level with the Razr Fold. From an incredible reveal using lasers in the Sphere, to a stunning feel in the hand (more to come soon), this is already one of the phones I’m most excited about this year!
A smartphone camera that thinks outside the box
One of the most innovative smartphone products at CES 2026 was actually from Honor, which previewed its new Robot Phone ahead of its upcoming launch. The premise is simple: build a gimbal-like smartphone camera on an arm that can also follow you around. We saw it – although we couldn’t test it – at CES, and I hope this is finally revealed during MWC next month!
Sony AFEELA Prototype 2026
One of my highlights of CES is Sony and Honda Mobility, who steal the show with their first upcoming car. This year, the company took it a step further by showcasing the AFEELA Prototype 2026, an all-electric crossover SUV that I hope will come to market. The company’s first car – the AFEELA 1 Sedan – is expected to launch this year, but this prototype is scheduled for production in 2028. I suspect this could be my next car!
A new take on BlackBerry that I absolutely love
Do you remember BlackBerry? Of course you do, at least unless you’re part of Gen-Z. Ironically, the non-BlackBerry generation seems to be the biggest fans of keyboard phones. I digress; meet the Clicks Communicator, a BlackBerry for the modern generation! It’s the best take on a BlackBerry for the modern world yet, and I’m particularly enamored by the company’s custom launcher that’s being built with Niagara. If you’re tired of the noise and just want access to the messages that matter, this is the ideal second phone!
A keyboard accessory for almost any phone
Of course, you may not want to change your phone or carry a second phone. The Clicks Power Keyboard essentially delivers the Clicks keyboard experience for any phone, thanks to strong magnets and a slide-out keyboard. The best part? It’s ergonomically-friendly, fits in most pockets, and even has a built-in battery to keep you topped up in a pinch!
Samsung’s giant 130-inch Micro RGB Backlit R95H TV
For my bedroom, I want LG’s aforementioned Transparent OLED TV, but for my living room, there’s no escaping Samsung’s giant 130-inch Micro RGB LED TV. Samsung says the Micro RGB LEDs potentially offer more colors and can achieve 100% of the HDR-read BT.2020 wide color gamut. It’s also exceptionally thin! Pricing and availability haven’t been announced yet, but I absolutely want one of these.
A skylight that’s actually a ceiling light
My mother recently bought a new home that includes a skylight, which is a first for her. It’s also a giant pain, and having replaced all the lighting with smart lighting, I’ve wondered what to do about the actual skylight. Skylights are a great way to bring natural light into a home, but they are ineffective at keeping out the weather, require excessive maintenance, and aren’t feasible if you’re in a rental. The Govee Ceiling Light Ultra acts as a skylight without the fuss an duses a 616-pixel LED matrix with around 5,000 lumens of brightness. This is the skylight for everyone.
The AI Pin that’s going to change my life, literally
I’ve been a big proponent of AI notetakers since Plaud changed the game with the Plaud Note in 2023, and three years on, this might be the best one yet. The Plaud NotePin S brings all the same great smarts as the Plaud NotePin from last year, adds several features — including a hardware button for easy highlights — and is compatible with the desktop companion app for a complete AI notetaking experience. Stay tuned for a full review on this!
A smart home ecosystem that delivers when you need it most
This could be one of the most impactful announcements at CES 2026; the leading smart energy company will finally integrate all of your smart home products into a single app. When the proverbial hits the fan, EcoFlow is the company you want with you and this announcement has the potential to impact millions of lives! More in the video above!
Lego Smart Bricks
Everyone has a Lego memory and in true Lego fashion, the company is proving that these bricks are for all generations. Lego is about to get a lot more interesting however, as the company showcased Lego Smart Bricks at CES 2026. These are regular-sized bricks, complete with circuits, sensors, speakers and lights that can react intelligently when next to others. We’ve already seen Lego capable of building things that move and do a lot, but these smart bricks could change the game forever!