CES 2026: Everything You Need to Know About the World’s Largest Tech Show.
It’s CES week, when the tech world gathers in Las Vegas to discover the latest gadgets, prototypes, and innovations that will shape the future. Lifehacker’s tech team is at the show, tracking important news and exciting gadgets .
What is CES?
CES (short for Consumer Electronics Show), billing itself as ” the world’s most powerful tech event ,” is the trade show of the Consumer Technology Association. Beginning in 1967 as a small television and radio trade show, over the decades CES has evolved into a gathering place for the tech community. Everyone attends, from major companies like Samsung and Sony to a slew of journalists and ambitious startups with big ambitions. From innovative AI tools to electric cars, laptops, e-readers, and robotic dogs , CES is where tech companies showcase their products, journalists seek out breaking news, and tech industry insiders network and look to the future.
Where and when will CES 2026 take place?
CES will be held in Las Vegas from January 6 to 9. The main exhibition space is located at the Las Vegas Convention Center, but CES-related events will also be held at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Mandalay Bay, The Sphere, and other venues throughout Las Vegas.
The most important events of CES 2026 so far.
Along with the expected innovations in televisions and laptops, CES 2026 is packed with developments in artificial intelligence, robotics, mobile devices, and wearables focused on health. Here are some of the most important announcements from CES 2026 so far.
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At its presentation, NVIDIA unveiled Alpamayo , “the world’s first intelligent, self-driving car capable of thinking and reasoning.” This could become a serious competitor to Tesla.
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HP has unveiled the new Eliteboard G1a, a miniature desktop computer. Simply connect the keyboard to any monitor and get to work. Only time will tell whether this is just a marketing gimmick or a new form factor.
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Hyundai and Boston Dynamics unveiled the humanoid robot Atlas . However, Hyundai did not reveal any new electric vehicles, suggesting a cautious outlook on the near future.
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Broadcom demonstrated Wi-Fi 8 routers and chips, giving a practical glimpse of the future of this technology.
CES 2026 Event Schedule
Below is a guide to some of the key events at CES 2026.
Sunday, January 4 : First day of press time at the Mandalay Bay Hotel.
Monday, January 5 : Media Day 2 at Mandalay Bay. C-Space: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Tuesday, January 6 : Press conferences at the exhibition site, exhibit: 10:00–18:00, C-space: 9:00–17:00
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Wednesday, January 7 : Press conferences at the exhibition site, exhibit: 9:00–18:00, C-space: 9:00–17:00
Thursday, January 8 : Exhibitions: 9:00–18:00, Hall C: 9:00–17:00
Friday, January 9 : Exhibitions: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Don’t miss keynotes and conferences at CES 2026!
Sunday, January 4
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CES Unveiled Las Vegas – Official CES 2026 Media Event with Innovative Product Reveals – 4:00-7:00 PM
Monday, January 5
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AMD Chairman and CEO Dr. Lisa Su, 6:30 PM, The Venetian.
Tuesday, January 6
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Siemens President and CEO Dr. Roland Busch, 8:30 a.m., Hotel Venetian.
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Lenovo Chairman and CEO Yuanqing Yang, 5:00 PM, Sphere
Wednesday, January 7
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Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed, 9:00 a.m., The Venetian.
Will you be able to attend CES 2026?
CES is an industry-only event, so it’s not open to the general public. However, if you’re involved in the tech industry, you can register on the official CES website . If you’re not a tech insider, you can watch the official CES livestream and read Lifehacker’s online blog about CES 2026 .