CES 2026 news: Live updates on TVs, smart glasses, phones, and more we've seen so far

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We're officially counting down the days until CES 2026 begins, and a quick glance at this week's news cycle reveals just how packed the show will be this year. 

Ahead of the Las Vegas trade show, which opens its doors to thousands of journalists, analysts, and industry professionals on Tuesday, January 6, we're already seeing major announcements from the world's leading consumer electronics brands, including Samsung, LG, and Hisense.

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This year's agenda? Expect more ambitious pitches from companies, small and large, including how AI will assist and enhance our daily lives in various ways, modes of transportation that extend beyond city streets, and TVs that surpass conventional specifications, form factors, and sizes. 

If we're lucky ...