The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 officially commenced on January 6 in Las Vegas, Nevada, following a series of pre-show events and press conferences. The event features the unveiling of new products and technologies across various sectors, including artificial intelligence, robotics, and consumer electronics.
Event Timeline and Key Announcements
Pre-Show Activities (January 4-5)
Prior to the formal opening, several companies conducted presentations and press conferences:
- January 4 (Sunday): Samsung held its "First Look" presentation, where it showcased new products across its home entertainment and appliance divisions.
- January 5 (Monday - Press Day): Multiple companies utilized this day for press conferences to introduce new products and technologies.
- Lego unveiled its Smart Brick technology.
- NVIDIA detailed advancements in artificial intelligence for autonomous vehicles.
Official Opening and Exhibitions (January 6 Onwards)
The main exhibition floor began operations on January 6. Technologies on display or anticipated at the event include artificial intelligence, robotics, large-screen televisions, and various mobile device form factors, in addition to other conceptual technologies.
- Product Showcases: Specific devices exhibited included the Pebble Round smartwatch and the Index 01 AI ring. Robotics were also featured, with demonstrations such as a robot vacuum concept from Dreame and a companion doll from Lovense.
- Industry Figures: A press conference hosted by Lenovo on the evening of January 6 included appearances from industry leaders, such as NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, and AMD CEO Lisa Su.
Ongoing Activities and Coverage
Attendees are participating in in-person demonstrations of exhibited technologies. The CNET Group is providing ongoing coverage of the convention and is scheduled to present the official "Best of CES 2026" awards later in the week. A live blog dedicated to daily announcements and event activities commenced at 8 AM ET.