7 Windows laptops that caught us by surprise at CES 2026 - including this trackpad beast

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It's the new year, and with it comes CES 2026, the tech industry's first major showcase of the year. This is the time when the biggest names show off what they have in store. Laptops are a major focus at the event, and this year's offerings range from polished updates to bold, innovative designs that push the boundaries of personal computing.

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With so many new models at the event, I won't be able to cover everything in detail, but I can narrow it down to what I consider the seven most exciting laptops of CES 2026, highlighting PCs that stood out for their unique features, performance upgrades, and forward-thinking designs.

1. LG Gram Pro 17 ...