Intel is launching new Panther Lake laptops with its in-house 18A manufacturing tech, promising big AI performance gains. The company also teased a handheld gaming platform. This is a crucial test for Intel’s multi-billion-dollar turnaround plan.
AMD is all-in on AI for 2026, announcing new desktop and laptop processors alongside FSR 4. The company claims massive performance leads over Intel and even Apple’s M5. It’s a bold play for the AI PC future.
Apple has reportedly pulled back on its $3,499 Vision Pro headset after a dramatic sales collapse. The device now holds under 9% of the VR market, a stark contrast to Meta’s dominance.
Beatbot is launching a high-end robotic pool cleaner that empties its own filter. The AquaSense X, priced at $4,250, docks into a station that flushes debris into a disposable bag.
Qualcomm has unveiled its mid-range Snapdragon X2 Plus processors for Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs. Announced at CES 2026, they promise major speed gains over the 2024 models and are set to land in devices by June. This is a key move in Qualcomm’s push to compete with Intel, AMD, and Apple’s Macs.
Samsung is pushing OLED technology to new extremes with a prototype 77-inch QD-OLED panel for its 2026 lineup. The key claim? A staggering peak brightness of 4,500 nits, which would make it the world’s brightest self-emissive TV.
Samsung is doubling its deployment of Google’s Gemini AI, aiming to reach 800 million mobile devices in 2025. This partnership gives Google unprecedented scale and cements AI as Samsung’s core strategy across all products.
Maytronics has unveiled the Dolphin Eon series at CES, robotic pool cleaners designed to operate in water as shallow as 8 inches. The two models feature tank-like treads and app control, with prices starting at $899. A hybrid power option is coming later this year.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang will deliver a 90-minute keynote at CES 2026 on Monday, January 5 at 4PM ET. The livestream will be available on NVIDIA’s website, with the company promising demos of AI, robotics, and gaming tech. All eyes will be on any hints about the successor to the Blackwell chip.
SwitchBot is launching a wheeled, arm-equipped household robot called the Onero H1 at CES 2026. It promises to handle tasks from making coffee to folding laundry using an on-device AI model. But the gap between a slick demo and a practical home appliance remains massive.
