On January 7, 2026, at 8 a.m. PST, the CNET Group will reveal the finalists for the Best of CES 2026 awards. The event marks a significant expansion from previous years, with a total of 23 awards to be given across various categories, including Best Gaming, Best Smart Home Tech, and Best Overall.
This year’s awards will be a collaboration involving multiple brands under Ziff Davis, including IGN and Everyday Health. During last year's CES, 11 winners were announced, and the upcoming event aims to showcase an even broader range of cutting-edge technology.
As CES kicks off on January 6, 2026, CNET Group will have a team of 74 journalists and content creators on-site in Las Vegas, providing live updates and insights. For those attending, a special awards show will take place at the CTA Main Stage in the Main Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center at 4 p.m. PST, hosted by CNET Editor at Large Bridget Carey and PCMag Mobile Editor Iyaz Aktar. The full list of winners will be published later that evening at 6 p.m. PST.