CES 2026 Tech Trends Preview: From AI Robots to Tri-Fold Phones

Is your home ready for a humanoid assistant? In just a few days, CES 2026 will transform Las Vegas into a playground for the world's most ambitious tech. Starting January 6, 2026, tens of thousands will gather to witness an entirely new breed of consumer electronics. This year, it's not just about software; we're looking at a massive shift in how hardware integrates with artificial intelligence.

CES 2026 Tech Trends Preview: The Micro RGB Shift

Forget OLEDs and QLEDs—this year is all about Micro RGB TVs. Industry giants Samsung and LG have already pre-announced lineups hitting the market in various sizes. Samsung's also pushing its HDR10+ Advanced format, a direct response to Dolby Vision 2. Meanwhile, Sony plans to showcase 'True RGB' Mini-LED tech, promising higher contrast and more accurate colors than ever before.

Tri-Foldables and Autonomous Mobility

Phone designs are getting weird again. While Samsung recently launched the Galaxy Z TriFold, rumors suggest they've got another foldable surprise for the CES floor. Motorola isn't sitting out either, with reports indicating a new book-style foldable launch. On the road, Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) is set to reveal more about its retro-futuristic EVs featuring Level 3 autonomy.

The Silicon Powering the AI Revolution

The battle for the world's most powerful AI brain continues. Intel is launching its Panther Lake chips, while AMD is expected to drop the Ryzen 7 9850X3D. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's keynote on January 5 will likely define the roadmap for next-gen GPUs, even if the RTX 50 Super series sees a slight delay. Qualcomm is also making moves, bringing its Snapdragon X Elite chips to a wider range of high-performance laptops.