(Las Vegas/New Delhi): The wait is over. The world’s biggest technology show, CES 2026, officially begins its “Media Days” today (Sunday, Jan 4) in Las Vegas. While the main show floor opens on Tuesday, the biggest announcements from giants like Samsung, LG, and NVIDIA will happen over the next 24 hours.
For tech lovers in India, the action begins early tomorrow morning (Monday). Here is your complete guide to the kickoff events and what to watch out for.
Happening Tonight (Jan 4 US / Jan 5 India)
The media frenzy starts with two major events that usually set the tone for the entire week:
1. Samsung’s “The First Look” Event
- Time: Jan 4, 7:00 PM PST (Jan 5, 8:30 AM IST)
- What to Expect: Samsung traditionally uses this event to unveil its future display technologies.
- Transparent MicroLEDs: Rumors suggest a consumer-ready version of their “invisible” TV.
- The Freestyle+ Projector: A confirmed AI-powered upgrade to their portable projector.
- AI for All: New AI-integrated home appliances (fridges that order groceries?) are likely on the menu.
2. CES Unveiled Las Vegas
- Time: Jan 4, 4:00 PM PST (Jan 5, 5:30 AM IST)
- The Vibe: This is where 100+ startups showcase the weirdest and coolest gadgets before the big brands take over. Expect to see:
- AI-powered pet translators.
- Smart health rings.
- Next-gen wearable air conditioners.
The Big Day: Tomorrow (Monday, Jan 5)
Mark your calendars for these massive keynotes happening later on Monday:
- LG World Premiere: (9:30 PM IST, Monday)
- Leak: LG is expected to debut the “Gram Pro” laptop series and a new “AI Agent” home robot that walks on two legs.
- NVIDIA Keynote: (5:30 AM IST, Tuesday Early Morning)
- The Hype: Jensen Huang will take the stage. While gamers are praying for the RTX 50-Series GPUs, investors are watching for major AI and robotics announcements.
- Sony Press Conference: (6:30 AM IST, Tuesday Early Morning)
- Focus: Updates on the AFEELA electric car (built with Honda) and potential PS5 Pro integrations.
Top 3 Trends Defining CES 2026
- AI is Infrastructure: It’s no longer just a “feature.” From toothbrushes to cars, everything will claim to be “AI-Powered.”
- Transparent Tech: Screens that look like glass windows when turned off are the new design trend.
- Humanoid Robots: Expect to see functional robots that can do household chores, moving beyond just prototypes.
FAQs
A: Most keynotes (Samsung, LG, NVIDIA) will be livestreamed on their official YouTube channels and the CES website.
A: As usual, Apple does not officially attend CES. However, their “Vision Pro” headset ecosystem will likely be a major talking point among third-party accessory makers.
A: The exhibition floor opens to the public on Tuesday, Jan 6, and runs until Jan 9.
Disclaimer: Event schedules (IST timings) and expected product details mentioned in this report are based on pre-show announcements and industry leaks. Final specifications are subject to confirmation during the official brand keynotes at CES.
