This is the Best Mobile Phone Row at CES 2026

Motorola also joined the foldables segment with the Motorola Razr Fold. (photo: dok. motorola)

JAKARTA - The CES 2026 event is not entirely focused on smartphones. Nevertheless, a number of mobile phones exhibited at this event managed to steal the spotlight thanks to bold ideas and diverse design approaches.

From ambitious folding phones, productivity-oriented flagships, to new concepts of connectivity and communication, CES 2026 gives an overview of the direction of smartphone development throughout the year.

Folding Phone Innovation One of the most eye-catching devices at CES 2026 is the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold. This three-fold phone can be spread out into an internal screen measuring about 10 inches, but can still be folded into a compact shape.

The Galaxy Z TriFold is powered by a high-end Snapdragon chipset and equipped with a 200-megapixel main camera, with the aim of combining productivity and entertainment in one device. Samsung announced a price of 3.59 million won in South Korea, or about 3,700 US dollars, with global availability planned in the next few months.

Motorola also joined the foldable phone segment through the Motorola Razr Fold. This device comes with a book-style foldable design, bringing an internal 8.1-inch screen and an external 6.6-inch screen, while still retaining the touch of the classic Razr line design. The Motorola Razr Fold comes with three 50-megapixel cameras and stylus support, targeting users who prioritize productivity.

In the conventional flagship class, the Motorola Signature Phone also stands out. This phone relies on the performance of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, an Extreme AMOLED 6.8-inch screen, and a three-camera configuration of 50 megapixels. In the European market, this device is priced at around 999 euros or equivalent to approximately 1,170 US dollars.

Fresh Ideas and Practical Choices In addition to folding phones and premium flagships, CES 2026 also presents devices with more unique concepts. TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is one of the ones that attract attention thanks to its eye-friendly matte screen and Gemini AI support. With a storage capacity of 256 GB and a price of around 339 euros or 400 US dollars, this phone is positioned as an attractive alternative in the middle class.

Infinix also stole the spotlight through the Infinix Note 60 series, which highlights global satellite-based call and messaging support. This feature allows basic communication in areas without conventional cellular networks. Although the official price has not been announced, the Infinix Note 60 brings added value through the HydroFlow liquid cooling system and ModuVerse modular accessory support, which confirms the focus on utility and feature differentiation.

Another quite unique announcement at CES 2026 came from Clicks Communicator. This phone comes with a physical QWERTY keyboard, reminiscent of the legendary BlackBerry device. The Clicks Communicator is equipped with a 4.03-inch AMOLED screen, running Android 16 with support for popular messaging apps, a 50-megapixel rear camera, and 256 GB of storage that can still be expanded up to 2 TB via a microSD card. The device is marketed at a price of 499 US dollars, while the initial pre-order price is open from 399 US dollars.

Clicks Communicator also comes with a 3.5 mm audio jack and a 4,000 mAh battery. This phone is positioned as a secondary device, but can also be a primary phone for users who prioritize communication and productivity through physical input.

Overall, the best phones at CES 2026 show a diverse approach to innovation. Folding devices encourage the exploration of new shapes, flagships confirm high performance standards, while mid-range phones such as the TCL NxtPaper and Infinix Note 60 prove that innovation is not only present in the premium segment.

On the other hand, unique devices such as the Clicks Communicator confirm that there is still room for ideas that focus on communication and productivity, beyond the conventional smartphone design.