CES 2026 News Coverage

Jan 6 - 9

CES is North America's largest and most important technology trade show, held every year in Las Vegas, Nevada. It brings together the tech world to debut new hardware, consumer electronics, AI breakthroughs, and next-generation technologies.

Just like every year, we're covering CES live from Las Vegas with our on-site team, backed by editors at home, to deliver the quickest and most comprehensive updates from the show floor.

On this page you can find all of our news coverage for the event.

Early Phanteks EXO 626 Open-Air Concept Chassis Shows Up at CES 2026

Phanteks has unveiled its next-generation EXO 626 open-air concept PC case at CES 2026. Although the company did not reveal the official product in person, we managed to get a glimpse of the CyberPowerPC-tuned chassis. At the CyberPowerPC booth, we found a customized EXO 626s case in black, highlighting CyberPowerPC's design for a high-end open-air PC. This design centers around an exoskeleton concept, where the PC itself becomes part of the aesthetic, maintaining a minimal and clean look without unnecessary embellishments. Inside, the GPU, power supply, and AIO cooler each have their own dedicated space, with the airflow design favoring passive cooling to ensure quiet operation without relying on numerous fans running at full speed.

The mesh panels allow air to flow naturally while keeping the overall appearance streamlined. The case accommodates larger GPUs and AIO setups easily, enabling the creation of a powerful yet cohesive build. There are no extra styling elements or gimmicks, just a straightforward approach to showcasing the hardware and managing temperatures. Details on pricing, availability, and the final design are not yet available. Since Phanteks customized this case for CyberPowerPC, the official retail version will differ.

Phanteks Teases EXO 626 Open-Air Concept Prototype Chassis

EXO 626 is a premium concept chassis that blends the freedom of open-frame architecture with the refinement of a fully enclosed system. Inspired by exoskeletal design, it presents the PC as an architectural object that is minimal, intentional, and visually striking.

The chassis features separated compartments for GPU, PSU, and AIO cooling, combined with passive-focused airflow for quiet, efficient performance. Mesh panels support optimal airflow while maintaining a clean, streamlined form. EXO 626 supports large, high-end GPUs and AIO solutions, offering a layout that balances performance with visual impact.

Phanteks Announces All New Matrix Lineup

Phanteks introduces the Matrix Series, a new era of PC design that blends intelligent LED displays, premium craftsmanship, and high-performance cooling. The lineup includes the Evolv X2 Matrix, XT View Matrix, and Matrix-600 Upgrade Kit, all powered by the Nexlinq App to deliver real-time system stats, animations, and lighting effects while using less than ~3% of CPU resources. Each widget displayed through Nexlinq is fully customizable, allowing users to personalize layout, content, and visuals rather than relying on fixed templates. The Matrix displays are integrated behind a high-quality fabric layer, offering a refined texture that softens and diffuses the LEDs for a premium, ambient glow.

EVOLV X2 MATRIX: FLAGSHIP DISPLAY AND PERFORMANCE
The Evolv X2 Matrix reimagines the desktop by placing a 900-LED matrix display behind soft fabric and floating glass, creating a warm, diffused canvas for lighting, system data, and custom animations. Its vertical cooling architecture directs airflow smoothly to both the GPU and the CPU while preserving a clean and minimalist interior layout. The combination of efficient thermal performance, premium materials, and dynamic visual expression turns the Evolv X2 Matrix into a high-end chassis that feels both functional and artistic.
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