CES 2026 Innovation Awards honour standout advances across display, audio, XR, and smart home tech.
LG and Samsung secure multiple awards, including two Best of Innovation distinctions each.
The full list of honourees will be revealed at CES 2026 in Las Vegas on 6 January 2026.
Ahead of CES 2026, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced its annual Innovation Award honourees, highlighting the most innovative products set to define next-generation consumer technology. While the awards span across a wide range of product categories, here we’ll emphasise the advanced products in TV, audio and XR. These products hint at what’s next in home entertainment, immersive sound, and the world of spatial computing wearables. While industry leaders and popular brands like LG and Samsung are in the list of winners or honourees, there may be some brands you don’t know. Check out:
SurveyHonouress in TV
LG Electronics also received two Best of Innovation distinctions, including one for its LG Signature OLED T, a 77-inch transparent 4K OLED TV that operates entirely wire-free. With this, LG continues its streak of OLED recognition for the fourth consecutive year. The brand’s webOS software earned dual wins in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity.
Honourees in audio
JBL Tour One M3 Smart Tx
Honouree in Headphones & Personal Audio
JBL’s Tour One M3 Smart Tx offers one of the best noise cancellations, Hi-res JBL Pro Sound, and the bundled Smart Tx audio transmitter connects wirelessly via USB-C or 3.5mm, even to analogue sources like in-flight systems. Users can control playback directly through its touchscreen transmitter. No app required for this.
Shokz OpenDots ONE
Honouree in Headphones & Personal Audio
OpenDots One introduces a new form factor in open-ear audio. The clip-on design attaches gently to the outer ear for a secure yet lightweight fit, powered by Bassphere Technology, Dolby Audio, and DirectPitch to balance clarity and spatial depth. With intuitive pinch controls, ear detection, and app customisation, it’s designed for all-day comfort and awareness.
XEO 202
Honouree in Audio Video Components & Accessories
XEO 202 is a modular Hi-Fi speaker system built for expansion. Dual 4-inch woofers with passive radiators deliver full-range sound, while ultra-low-latency wireless output (as low as 25ms) suits gamers and creators. Users can upgrade the setup by adding height channels or a subwoofer, with automatic EQ calibration via DSP for spatial sound.
Timekettle W4 AI Interpreter earbuds
2026 Honouree in Artificial Intelligence, Headphones & Personal Audio, Mobile Devices, Accessories & Apps
Timekettle’s W4 earbuds are the world’s first in-ear translation device, combining Bone-Voiceprint Sensor Capture with LLM-powered AI. It claims to offer 98% accuracy with a 0.2-second lag, and it translates 42 languages and 95 accents. For people who are out and about, features like one-flip sharing, real-time video translation, and up to 18 hours of use may seem tempting.
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Honourees in XR and spatial computing
Samsung Galaxy XR
Honouree in XR & Spatial Computing
Known internally as Project Moohan, Samsung’s Galaxy XR headset is the first Android XR device co-developed with Google and Qualcomm. It merges VR, AR, and mixed-reality elements into one spatial platform that expands personal computing beyond screens.
Zhuhai Mojie’s world’s lightest stylish AR glasses
Honouree in XR & Spatial Computing
Weighing just 25 grams, Mojie’s Stylish AR Glasses use resin diffractive waveguide tech for an ultra-light yet durable AR display. With interchangeable frames and a minimalist build, they aim to bring comfortable, all-day AR wear to mainstream users.
Zhuhai Mojie’s world’s lightest full-feature colourful AR+AI glasses
2026 Honouree in XR & Spatial Computing
These 38g AR+AI glasses integrate Mojie’s proprietary near-eye display and perceptual interaction systems. With a built-in 2MP camera for recognition and content capture, they merge AI processing and AR visuals.
What this means for 2026 and beyond
This year’s Innovation Awards highlight how display and audio tech are evolving toward more natural interfaces and connected ecosystems. Transparent and wireless displays are shaping the future of home entertainment, while AI-driven earbuds and open-ear audio redefine portability and personalisation. Meanwhile, lightweight AR and XR devices are moving from prototypes to practical products.
The full list of CES 2026 Innovation Award winners will be announced when the show opens in Las Vegas on 6 January 2026.
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