Fairphone has introduced the Fairphone 6, a sustainable easy-to-repair smartphone with 12 replaceable components -- including the battery and no glued parts -- encouraging tinkering and extending its usable life. The Android device boasts a 6.31-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor.

Ring has introduced AI-generated notifications that provide users with concise text summaries about motion activity detected by their doorbells and cameras. The AI-driven alerts focus on the primary motion trigger, allowing users to quickly determine if the notification is urgent.

In a world of remote work, video calls and kids' YouTube, travelers increasingly prioritize internet connectivity. Providers have stepped in to offer temporary passes for services like Xfinity, free Wi-Fi on transportation and other ways to keep people online even when they can't access their normal plans. 

Microsoft is transitioning from passwords to passkeys starting in August, and will start using biometric data for authentication. Users of Microsoft Authenticator will no longer be able to add or use passwords by August. Passkeys use public key cryptography and are considered safer than traditional passwords.

Shopping centers in the US are transforming into community hubs by embracing digital tools like mobile apps, location-based marketing and data analytics to attract visitors and enhance experiences. This shift has helped malls nearly return to prepandemic foot traffic levels, with open-air malls surpassing 2019 figures.

On this day in 1967, doors opened to Day 1 of the first-ever Consumer Electronics Show in New York. Held June 25–28 and produced by CTA -- then known as EIA -- the inaugural event welcomed 17,000 attendees. Now known simply as CES®, the show has grown into the most powerful tech event in the world. Be a part of history in the making -- secure your 2026 exhibit space today.

CTA Foundation's 2025-2026 sponsorship opportunities are now live, with new à la carte style engagement levels and benefits -- to better align with your goals and passions. Reserve your sponsorship today and help open doors for accessibility and longevity tech at CES 2026, the world's largest consumer tech showcase.

The rise of Gen Alpha and Z -- entirely digital-native generations -- is forcing brands to revolutionize their marketing strategies underpinned by new tech and innovations. In this session from CES 2025, hear how marketing brand leaders are adapting to the market shift.