Although CES 2026 is not traditionally a smartphone-focused event, TCL drew attention with its new NxtPaper 70 Pro smartphone. The device features NxtPaper 4.0 display technology, with its most notable difference from conventional smartphones being a dedicated shortcut key that allows users to switch display modes.

Below are the most-read DIGITIMES Asia stories of the first full week of 2026: January 5-11.

AsusTek Computer Inc. posted robust financial results for December and the fourth quarter of 2025, reporting revenue of NT$69.7 billion (US$2.2 billion), up 47% year-on-year. Quarterly revenue reached NT$202.9 billion, representing a 33% increase, while full-year revenue hit a record NT$738.9 billion, growing 26% annually.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang emphasized strong AI computing demand at CES 2026, showcasing the latest products and technologies while dispelling AI bubble concerns. He highlighted continuous performance gains from Hopper to Blackwell and the next-generation Vera Rubin architectures, projecting significant inference cost reductions.

Benefiting from a rebound in global retail, financial automation, and cybersecurity demand, Industrial PC (IPC) maker Ennoconn announced that its Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) business grew significantly, pushing monthly revenue to a new record high. Although cumulative full-year 2025 revenue showed a slight year-over-year decline due to the timing of project revenue recognition, Ennoconn's standalone operations maintained double-digit growth for the full year. This shows that the group's efforts in optimizing its product mix and transitioning toward higher-margin Ennoconn Solution as a Service (ESaaS) strategies have begun to pay off.

China's Ministry of Commerce announced on January 8, 2026, that it supports lawful cross-border business and international technology cooperation, emphasizing that overseas investments, technology exports, data transfers, and mergers and acquisitions must comply with applicable regulations and complete required procedures. The ministry is currently reviewing Meta Platforms' acquisition of artificial intelligence (AI) startup Manus, working with other authorities to assess whether the transaction aligns with export control rules, technology import-export governance, and outbound investment regulations.

For years, smart glasses and augmented reality (AR) headsets were among the most visible attractions at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), peaking in 2025 when they dominated the exhibition floor. At CES 2026, their presence was noticeably reduced. This does not point to an industry slowdown. Rather, it signals the sector's exit from the "concept phase" and its entry into a market defined by price competition and practical commercialisation.

The surge in global artificial intelligence data centers (AIDCs) revealed at CES 2026 highlights a pivotal shift in energy consumption patterns. From autonomous vehicles to smart healthcare, these technologies increasingly depend on robust energy infrastructure, transforming traditional power supply dynamics. The growth of energy storage systems (ESS) now surpasses electric vehicle (EV) batteries, marking a new chapter in the energy transformation landscape.

CyberPower Systems, a Taiwanese maker of uninterruptible power supply systems, said its revenue declined modestly in December 2025 and for the full year 2025, as changes in US tariff policy and customer inventory adjustments weighed on shipments.

Cloud and AI services provider Acer E-Enabling Service Business (AEB) reported December 2025 revenue of NT$1.14 billion (approx. US$36.1 million), representing year-over-year growth of more than 20%. Cumulative full-year 2025 revenue reached NT$9.66 billion, up 11% year-over-year, marking an all-time high and the company's eighth consecutive year of record revenue. General manager Sandy Chou said that revenue grew from NT$5.43 billion in 2020 to more than NT$9.6 billion in 2025. The company earned more than its paid-in capital each year from 2021 to 2024, demonstrating its long-term operational strength.

Notebook hinge maker Jarllytec said that its confirmed orders for the 2026 3C product lines include one new China-branded foldable smartphone model, which is scheduled to enter mass production and shipment in the first half of the year. The company is also pursuing orders for new models in the second half. New laptop models from US-based laptop brands are expected to ramp up shipments in the first half, along with continued contributions from high-priced China-branded foldable notebooks. The LCD-related business is expected to remain relatively moderate.