Best of CES 2026 Finalists Revealed: The Tech Giants and Startups Shaping 2026

Who'll dominate the tech narrative of 2026? As Las Vegas transforms into the world's tech epicenter, the official Best of CES 2026 finalists have finally been unveiled. These products represent the most compelling ideas chosen to define the year ahead, emerging from a sea of ambitious hardware and bold claims.

Official Best of CES 2026 Finalists: The Cutting Edge

More than 40 expert journalists from leading titles like CNET, Mashable, and ZDNET spent days on the ground in Las Vegas to hand-pick these finalists. The selection spans 22 categories, ranging from advanced AI and robotics to wellness, energy tech, and even 'weird' tech that defies conventional categories.

The Criteria for Innovation

To qualify, products had to be official exhibitors at CES 2026 and stand out by introducing meaningful new ideas or solving real-world consumer problems. According to the CTA, the bar for performance, design, and quality has never been higher, particularly in Sustainability and Deep Computing sectors.

Winner Announcement Schedule

The wait is almost over. The official winners will be announced live today, Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, at 4 p.m. PST on the CTA stage at the LVCC Central Hall. This ceremony marks the pinnacle of the world's most influential tech event, highlighting the products that'll likely become household names by year's end.