CES 2026 had a surprising phone presence — here are 5 of my top picks

Usually, CES isn’t really a big showcase for phones and other mobile-centric tech, but this year’s show bucked the trend a bit. While not awash with smartphones, CES 2026 had a few worth paying attention to.

To anyone who’s been reading TechRadar over the past few months, you’ll know that the Samsung Galaxy TriFold has been stealing the headlines, and it’s worthy of attention. But there are a selection of other phones that I feel are also worth a closer look.

So below you’ll find my picks for the phones that stood out at CES this year. And for a beat-by-beat rundown of what grabbed TechRadar’s attention in Las Vegas, check out our live coverage of CES 2026; also, read our picks for the best gadgets we saw at CES 2026 here.