MWC 2026 coverage
MWC 2026 is not just one of the most important shows for smartphones anymore, it's a glimpse of the future of portable tech. And we will be in Barcelona covering it live between March 2 - 5.
With a lot of rumors and leaks leading up to the big event, we're expecting to not just see a lot of next gen smartphones, but also wearables, smartwatches, laptops, headphones and much, much more. And of course, AI is going to be at the center of all of it.
We will have our team on the ground covering the latest news and going hands-on with everything announced. So follow along with us right here, and make sure you drop us a follow on TikTok for unique video insight into all things MWC.
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I've been trying Soundcore’s Space 2 headphones at MWC 2026, and I don't want to take them off
By Matt Ng published
Soundcore's latest Space 2 headphones are more expensive than before, but the price hike could be justified.

I finally found a phone I can stare at for hours without tiring my eyes, and now I'm spoiled
By Sanuj Bhatia published
The TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro features a 6.9-inch matte display with eye-friendly modes, stylus support, and long battery life at €299.

Forget smart glasses, I saw the future of smart contact lenses — and they're coming sooner than you think
By Dan Bracaglia published
Xpanceo is making smart contact lenses a reality sooner rather than later, with in-eye displays, blood glucose monitoring, and more.

Forget a smart mirror — this new app predicts how well you’re aging in just 30 seconds using only your phone
By Dan Bracaglia published
A quick face scan provides insights into your overall well-being, metabolic health, vitals, chronic illness risk, and more.

I walked 15,000 steps with the Garmin Instinct 3 vs Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Europe's biggest tech show — 5 things I learned
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
I tracked my day at MWC 2026, wearing two popular smartwatches, the Garmin Instinct 3 and Apple Watch Ultra 3, to compare their data.

TCL’s Nextpaper AMOLED screen is so good I want it on every new phone
By Richard Priday published
The latest paper-like display tech from TCL looks awesome while being better for your eyes and easier to look at.

MWC 2026: Best in Show Awards — the 10 top mobile gadgets you need to see
By Tom's Guide Staff published
After several days spent at Mobile World Congress 2026, we're bringing you the most exciting mobile products that caught our eye.

Apple’s low-cost MacBook Neo bets on phone chips to cut costs — Qualcomm says it’s ‘in a very good position’ to compete
By Jason England last updated
As Apple eyes the A18 Pro for a cheaper MacBook entry, Qualcomm’s Kedar Kondap and Alex Katouzian explain why Snapdragon is better positioned to lead the shift away from x86.

I’ve seen the Honor Robot Phone — and it’s like having an opinionated DJI Osmo Pocket 3 stuck to your phone
By Richard Priday published
Honor's Robot Phone features both cutting-edge hardware and software, making it a concept with two chances of becoming a purchasable device.

I just went hands-on with Nothing Phone (4a) — this could beat iPhone 17e to be the budget phone of 2026
By Jason England published
I went hands-on with the Nothing Phone (4a), and it feels like it could very well beat Apple's iPhone 17e to be the best budget phone you can buy this year.
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