Katarzyna Petru
Samsung Electronics has once again confirmed its position as a global leader in technology, winning numerous CES® 2026 Innovation Awards presented by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). The company was recognised for its innovative solutions in mobile, home appliances, displays, and semiconductors that are redefining the boundaries of everyday technology.
Samsung presented a wide portfolio of products, many of which have been recognised as groundbreaking. Among the Best of Innovation winners were:
S3SSE2A – the world's first security chip with built-in Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), resistant to future threats posed by quantum computers. It protects data directly at the hardware level and meets rigorous NIST standards.
Galaxy XR1 – the first headset created on the Android XR platform in collaboration with Google and Qualcomm, opening a new era of spatial augmented reality experience.
Galaxy Z Fold7 – the thinnest and lightest foldable smartphone of the brand, combining excellent design with AI capabilities.
Galaxy Watch8 – a new level of design and health analysis, including features like Running Coach, Bedtime Guidance, and Antioxidant Index.
PM9E1 M.2 22×42 – the world's smallest PCIe Gen5 SSD for AI computers, offering up to 4 TB of capacity.
Detachable AutoSSD – a next-generation modular data storage device for autonomous vehicles.
LPDDR6 – next-generation ultra-fast mobile memory, designed for performance and energy efficiency.
ISOCELL HP5 – the world's smallest 200 MP sensor, capable of 8K recording.
T7 Resurrected PSSD – an external SSD made from 100% recycled aluminium, marking a new chapter in sustainable electronics.
Samsung emphasises that its goal is to create an ecosystem of smart, connected devices that seamlessly integrate with the user's life – from home to mobility and entertainment.
LG: transparency, intelligence and the style of the future
LG Electronics is also back at CES 2026 with a handful of awards, including two titles for Best of Innovation. This is further proof that the brand consistently develops the concept of “smart life solutions” – technologies that make everyday life simpler, smarter, and more aesthetic. The standout star of this year's LG presentation is the LG SIGNATURE OLED T – the world's first wired and transparent OLED TV with a 77-inch diagonal. The device received the Best of Innovation title in the Imaging category, and its innovative form combines minimalism with astonishing 4K picture quality.
LG also received accolades for:
the webOS platform, awarded in the Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity categories – recognised for the second consecutive year as a safe and intelligent home entertainment hub,
a robotic cleaning station with steam cleaning functionality and built into furniture,
LG UltraFine evo 6K – the world's first 6K monitor with Thunderbolt™ 5 interface,
LG StanbyME 2 – a next-generation mobile lifestyle screen,
and the latest LCD TVs featuring Micro RGB technology.
As LG emphasizes, the fourth consecutive Best of Innovation title for OLED TVs confirms not only technological superiority but also the company's ongoing commitment to redefining home aesthetics and user comfort.
CES 2026: Show of Strength by Korean Giants
This year's CES 2026 (6–9 January 2026, Las Vegas) is set to be a true clash of future visions between two South Korean leaders. Both Samsung and LG are proving that the direction of industry development today is shaped by: AI, sustainable design, XR (Extended Reality), and new forms of human interaction with technology.
What unites both brands is one thing – a consistent commitment to building a future where technology not only fascinates but also genuinely simplifies life.
