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EthyloKey: World’s First Touch-Based Alcohol Detector

Ethylowheel is proud to announce the upcoming Kickstarter launch of EthyloKey, a new category of pocket-sized, contact-based alcohol-awareness device designed to help users better understand their alcohol consumption before driving — effortlessly, discreetly, and responsibly.

Launching on Kickstarter on January 8, 2026, EthyloKey combines patented sensor technology, thoughtful product design, and intuitive real-time feedback to support alcohol awareness in everyday life – without mouthpieces, forced blowing, or socially awkward gestures.

Why EthyloKey?

Most people don’t use a breathalyzer when they should – not because they don’t care, but because existing tools are inconvenient, embarrassing, or impractical in real-life situations. Devices designed for enforcement or professional use rarely fit into everyday social moments.

Alcohol awareness should be as simple and natural as checking the time. It should happen before getting behind the wheel – quietly, quickly, and without friction.

EthyloKey was created to remove those barriers and turn prevention into a simple habit – empowering individuals to pause, reflect, and make more informed decisions, while remaining fully responsible for their choices.

Simple, Visual Guidance

With a brief finger touch, users receive color-coded indicative feedback designed to support understanding and self-evaluation. This guidance helps users assess whether they may be above commonly accepted legal limits, depending on context and local regulations.

🟢   Green – Lower alcohol presence detected
 🟠 Orange – Elevated alcohol presence detected

 🔴 Red – High alcohol presence detected
 🔵 Blue – Test could not be completed

EthyloKey is discreet, eco-conscious, and shareable, making it suitable for both personal and everyday social use.

A New Approach to Alcohol Awareness

Traditional breathalyzers have remained largely unchanged for decades: bulky, slow, and poorly adapted to everyday use.

EthyloKey explores a different approach by leveraging insensible perspiration of ethanol – a natural phenomenon where trace amounts of alcohol are released through the skin after consumption. Using a patented sensor system and proprietary algorithms, EthyloKey analyzes ethanol vapors at the skin surface and provides indicative, real-time guidance to help users evaluate their situation before driving.

EthyloKey is designed as a prevention and awareness tool, not as a certified breathalyzer, medical device, or law-enforcement instrument.

How It Works

  • Capture
     Ethanol vapors emitted through the skin are captured within a controlled micro-volume.
  • Detection
     Specialized gas sensors analyze the concentration of ethanol vapor.
  • Interpretation
     Proprietary machine-learning algorithms translate these signals into indicative alcohol-awareness feedback, delivered in seconds.

Laboratory testing against certified breathalyzers has shown consistent correlation patterns, with a short detection delay compared to breath-based methods.

Smart, Connected & Adaptive

EthyloKey connects via Bluetooth to a companion mobile app (iOS & Android), enhancing the experience with:

  • Alcohol awareness history 
  • Predictive alcohol curve visualization 
  • Safety reminders 
  • Multi-user profiles 
  • Adaptation of legal reference thresholds based on the user’s country or location

This connected approach allows EthyloKey to remain flexible in a world where alcohol regulations vary globally.

Design & Specifications

  • Dimensions: ~40 mm diameter × 15 mm height (1.6 in × 0.6 in)
  • Weight: ~20–30 g (0.7–1 oz)
  • Materials: Aluminum housing, stainless steel, high-grade polycarbonate
  • Battery: Rechargeable coin-cell battery with wireless charging
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth for iOS & Android apps
  • Available Colors: Space Grey and Rose Gold 

 

 

Designed for everyday carry, EthyloKey features a miniaturized, pocket-friendly form factor and a sealed, cable-free charging system.

Why It Matters

Alcohol-impaired driving remains one of the most persistent and well-documented road safety issues worldwide. According to European road safety authorities, alcohol is estimated to be involved in roughly one quarter of fatal road accidents across Europe. In the United States, data from national road safety agencies shows that alcohol-impaired driving continues to cause more than 30 deaths every day.

Despite these well-known risks, voluntary use of personal breathalyzers remains extremely limited outside of enforcement or professional settings.

The gap is not awareness — it’s usability.

EthyloKey aims to help close that gap by making alcohol awareness intuitive, accessible, and stigma-free, encouraging people to pause and reflect before getting behind the wheel.

Founder Quote

“Alcohol awareness should be simple, intuitive, and part of everyday life – not a device people avoid,”
 says Jaime Alonso, CEO and co-founder of Ethylowheel.
 “With EthyloKey, we’re introducing a new approach to prevention – designed for real life, to help people make more informed decisions without friction or judgment.”

Kickstarter Launch

EthyloKey will make its global debut on Kickstarter on January 8, 2026.
Pricing will start at $159, with limited early-bird offers available for early supporters who want to be part of this new generation of alcohol-awareness tools.

ANELLO Photonics Launches Aerial INS at CES 2026

ANELLO Photonics, the creator of the Silicon Photonic Optical Gyroscope (SiPhOG™) and a leader in solid-state, high-precision inertial navigation systems, announces the launch of the ANELLO Aerial INS at CES 2026, a compact, high-performance inertial navigation system built around the company’s Silicon Photonics Optical Gyroscope technology and integrated with multi-band GNSS receivers.

The ANELLO Aerial INS is purpose-built for demanding aerial platforms – including BVLOS UAS, maritime/shipborne VTOL UAS, ISR/special-mission aircraft, heavy-lift and cargo drones and other autonomous aerial vehicles.  The system is powered by an advanced EKF-based sensor fusion engine and ANELLO flight-profile-tuned algorithms, consistently delivering >98% navigation accuracy without the need for cameras or fiber-optic cables.

The ANELLO Aerial INS delivers <0.5 deg/hr unaided heading drift, maintaining accurate navigation and control through high-dynamics and GNSS jamming, spoofing, or occlusion. ANELLO’s navigation solutions deliver assured performance in fully GNSS-denied environments – whether operating over water or desert corridors, in night or low-light missions, or through fog and cloud cover – maintaining precise guidance without GPS and enhancing the warfighter’s effectiveness and survivability.

“Customers flying real missions need resilient navigation when GPS isn’t reliable,” said Dr. Mario Paniccia, co-founder and CEO of ANELLO Photonics. “By combining our SiPhOGs with our airborne-optimized sensor-fusion algorithms and integrated multi-band GNSS, the ANELLO Aerial INS delivers accurate navigation solutions in a cost-effective SWaP-friendly package. This allows UAVs to hold course through GPS jamming, multipath, spoofing or outages using only ANELLO without the need for cameras or fiber-optic cables and allows the warfighter to complete their mission safely and successfully.”

ANELLO’s full product portfolio has been developed in close collaboration with customers and verified through comprehensive integration and mission-platform testing.

Key features of the ANELLO Aerial INS include:

  • High-precision 3-Axis SiPhOG™ optical gyros with < 0.5º/hr unaided heading drift for reliable dead-reckoning during GNSS outages
  • Dual triple-frequency all-constellation GNSS receivers with static heading capability; ready for RTK/PPP corrections
  • ANELLO Advanced Sensor Fusion Engine with GNSS spoofing detection; resilient holdover in GPS-denied or spoofed conditions
  • Flight-stack integration: PX4 and ArduPilot drivers; standard interfaces (Ethernet, RS-232, RS-422, CAN) and timing (PPS Out/PPS Sync In)
  • NMEA-Compliant GNSS Interface outputs NMEA navigation packets for seamless integration as a drop-in replacement for conventional GNSS receivers
  • Flight-Profile Optimization; Algorithms calibrated for BVLOS, ISR, VTOL and other autonomous aerial vehicles for accurate navigation
  • Rugged, Compact and Lightweight; Small footprint, low power consumption, vibration-tolerant design for multirotor, fixed-wing, and VTOL platforms.

“The ANELLO SiPhOG™ technology is a game changer for our warfighters. The ability to navigate in GPS-denied or spoofed environments without cameras or fiber-optic cables – in small, lightweight systems – is essential for future combat missions,” said Dan Magy, CEO at Firestorm. “The ANELLO team has developed an Aerial solution that seamlessly integrates into existing avionics with minimal effort. This type of capability is essential in today’s conflict areas where our adversaries actively disrupt GPS, making ANELLO a powerful upgrade for all modern aerial platforms.”

The launch of the ANELLO Aerial INS reinforces ANELLO’s focus on assured navigationin contested environments. By introducing a purpose-built airborne solution alongside its already proven ground and maritime inertial navigation systems, ANELLO Photonics extends its lead in GPS-denied navigation across land, air, and sea.  ANELLO products have been validated through multiple U.S. DoW operational test events and have been shipping to a vast array of customers.

The ANELLO Aerial INS is available for evaluation today with production shipments beginning Q2/2026. Evaluation kits include the ANELLO Aerial INS, cabling, drivers for PX4/ArduPilot, and a quick-start integration guide

XGIMI Elevates Big-Screen Projection with the Next-Generation TITAN Noir Max Series at CES 2026

After its breakout debut in the professional world, XGIMI’s TITAN returns at CES 2026 in a new generation built for anyone who craves uncompromising quality. The new TITAN Noir Max Series takes everything the brand has learned from designers, producers, AV professionals, and everyday viewers, and transforms it into a projector that feels just as at home in a family media room as in a high-end creative workspace. It’s powerful enough for professionals, but intuitive enough for the people who simply want their favorite movies, games, and stories to project extraordinarily.

Where last year’s TITAN marked XGIMI’s entrance into the pro space, the new TITAN Noir Max Series marks something bigger: the moment professional-grade projection becomes personal. Upgraded hardware, the most advanced dynamic iris system, and precision-tuned optics bring out the kind of depth, contrast, and color nuance once reserved for post-production studios – now available to anyone who wants the best picture XGIMI has ever engineered.

A Dynamic IRIS System That Brings Stories to Life

The heart of the TITAN Noir Max Series is XGIMI’s most advanced dynamic IRIS system to date, boosting native contrast to 10,000:1 and reshaping how every scene feels. This isn’t just about deeper blacks or brighter highlights, but mood, emotion, and immersion that improve real-world viewing.

Every frame becomes an invitation to look closer. See the individual drops of rain catching neon light on a midnight street, the delicate weave of a velvet curtain in shadow, the faint tremor of a candle flame illuminating a character’s face – details once lost now define the scene. Highlights don’t just glow, they breathe: city lights hold their shape against true black, eyes gleam with intention, and specular reflections on metal stay crisp, not blown out. This is how contrast becomes narrative – by revealing not just what’s in the frame, but why it matters.

“We’ve always believed that projection should feel extraordinary – something that elevates any space, whether it’s a family room or a full production studio,” said Apollo Zhong, Chairman of XGIMI. “With TITAN Noir Max, we took everything we learned from building our first professional model and pushed it further. This series reflects our vision for projection’s future: professional-grade performance that anyone can enjoy, without complexity or compromise.”

Re-engineered SST DMD Architecture Pushes Brightness Boundaries

At the heart of the new system is SST, a re-engineered DMD architecture capable of handling substantially higher light power densities. The upgraded thermal pathway effectively dissipates heat at the chip level, ensuring sustained brightness, reduced thermal stress, and improved lifecycle stability in demanding projection environments.

The re-engineered SST Architecture advances XGIMI’s philosophy of accessible innovation by pairing professional hardware with the kind of simplicity usually reserved for consumer products.

For professionals, TITAN Noir Max offers the stability, accuracy, and reliability required for color-critical work, studio environments, and high-end installations. For families and enthusiasts, it turns a blank wall into a cinematic event.

This is projection in its purest form: precision engineering that fades into the background, leaving only a brilliant, immersive image before users.

From CES to Launch

The new TITAN Noir Max Series will make its public debut at CES 2026, where media, creators, and industry partners will be invited for hands-on demonstrations ahead of its preorder in Q1 2026. Further sales details for the TITAN Noir Max Series will be announced at a later date.

Dublin Fire Brigade invests in location intelligence

Esri Ireland, the market leader in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), announces that Dublin Fire Brigade has deployed a new digital mapping system designed to improve emergency response, strengthen firefighter and public safety, and enhance how critical resources are allocated across Dublin city and county.

Ireland’s largest fire and rescue service, Dublin Fire Brigade was founded over 160 years ago. It provides fire, rescue, and emergency ambulance services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to Dublin’s 1.5 million citizens. It recently established a new Organisational Intelligence Unit with a key goal to optimise the use of location-based information to effectively manage fire risks and help keep communities safe.

Built using Esri’s ArcGIS technology, the new digital mapping system brings together operational data, such as the locations of fire stations and historic fire incidents, with third-party data – including census and population health information – for the first time.

Enhanced insights support increased safety for both the public and firefighters by raising awareness of buildings in Dublin with fire safety issues – such as inadequate means of escape, building defects, or over-occupancy. Using the technology, Dublin Fire Brigade can now map this information and put effective response plans in place that take known issues into account.

What’s more, the technology is enabling Dublin Fire Brigade to carry out more targeted community fire prevention activities by focusing citizen safety campaigns on specific vulnerable groups, especially in locations that are experiencing clusters of dwelling fires. It can easily see where fire safety efforts are still needed to reach at-risk communities, as well as contextual data such as concentrations of smokers or elderly people.

In addition, Dublin Fire Brigade is using Esri’s ArcGIS technology to identify optimal locations for new fire stations as Dublin continues to expand, as well as to ensure that aerial fire appliances are strategically located to reach the tallest and highest-risk buildings.

Dublin Fire Brigade plans to make the system widely available across varying departments within the organisation to enable more strategic planning and informed decision-making.

Rob Howell, Station Officer, Organisational Intelligence Unit, Dublin Fire Brigade, said: “It has been a really successful collaboration. The consultants at Esri Ireland have a high level of expertise, both in terms of their GIS knowledge and their project management skills. This technology gives us the ability to target our fire prevention strategies – we can deliver campaigns in the right locations to reach the most vulnerable people and have the biggest impact in terms of community fire prevention. Equally, we have to consider firefighters’ health and safety as well as that of the general public and, by being better informed, we can improve our responses to incidents and keep our responders safe in fires and other emergency situations. The potential for location intelligence in the fire service is absolutely huge and has a big role to play in our future.”

Gareth McBride, Customer Success Manager, Esri Ireland, said: “Dublin Fire Brigade is continuously evolving the fire service to meet the needs of Dublin’s residents, businesses, institutions, and visitors. To support this, it is embedding geospatial data intelligence at the heart of operational and strategic decision-making. Location intelligence is helping the fire brigade in managing and reducing fire risks, addressing some of the biggest dangers in a changing cityscape. We are delighted to be working with Dublin Fire Brigade on such an important and necessary project, and excited to see its expanded capabilities as the technology is rolled out more widely.”

Breggz Introduces the Zohn-1 earbuds certified for IMAX

At CES 2026, Amsterdam-based consumer audio specialist Breggz announces that the Zohn-1, a true high-end wireless in-ear hearable offering pristine sound, has partnered with IMAX® and DTS® to introduce the first wireless in-ear earphones with IMAX® Enhanced certification.

IMAX Enhanced device certification ensures consumer electronics devices meet the highest standards, delivering the renowned IMAX immersive experience on personal devices for the highest-quality entertainment experiences wherever fans are watching. The IMAX Enhanced certification of the Breggz Zohn-1 introduces a new device category to the program, enabling consumers to experience the highest fidelity sound on qualifying in-ear hearables, complementing the IMAX Enhanced-certified suite of TVs, PC laptops, tablets, mobile phones, AVRs, loudspeakers and soundbars.

“Breggz is proud to be the first wireless in-ear hearable certified for IMAX Enhanced, introducing a new device category to unlock more premium experiences on personal devices,” says singer/artist and Breggz founder Xander de Buisonjé. “IMAX embodies what I intended when founding Breggz; I just want the world to hear what I hear.” Continuing, “Artists and filmmakers spend significant time and effort to deliver the best possible audio quality, but hearing the poor sound quality of in-ear hearables puts all that hard work and creative intent to waste—this is why I had to introduce the Zohn-1.”

“IMAX Enhanced is about delivering best-in-class, premium experiences that honor creative intent, making our partnership with Breggz a natural fit,” said Giovanni Dolci, Chief Commercial Officer at IMAX. “By expanding IMAX Enhanced into a premium in-ear device, we’re growing the IMAX Experience and giving fans a way to enjoy content with the same clarity, power, and intent that artists and filmmakers hear.”

The Zohn-1 is recognised for introducing four groundbreaking audio principles into the wireless in-ear headphone—perfect anatomical fit, advanced balanced acoustic drivers, sophisticated microprocessing and greater personalization. Through these principles, Breggz introduces a new kind of listening experience, one that adapts to you. Designed for how people watch and listen today, the Breggz and IMAX partnership creates a more personal and immersive connection to content, deepening fandom and making every moment feel closer, richer, and more intentional.

To learn more about the Breggz Zohn-1: www.breggz.com

To learn more about the IMAX Enhanced programme, visit IMAX and DTS at the Aria Resort & Casino Penthouse Sky Suites at CES – Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas from January 6-9. www.imax.com

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Speediance Unveils Smart Fitness Ecosystem at CES 2026

Speediance, a leader in smart fitness innovation, returns to CES 2026 for the second consecutive year, unveiling an expanded vision for smart training and wellness powered by connected hardware, versatile training modalities, and AI-driven insights. The company’s presence underscores its strategic evolution from standalone fitness devices toward an integrated, system-wide approach to long-term health optimization.

Prototype Innovations Point to Future of Fitness

At CES 2026, Speediance is presenting two forward-looking products alongside its established ecosystem:

Gym Nano: A compact, motor-driven cable training system engineered for high-performance strength training in flexible and mobile environments
Speediance Strap: An innovative wearable prototype that explores how continuous physiological and behavioral data can inform personalized health and training recommendations throughout daily life
These prototypes complement Speediance’s current flagship products, including the Gym Monster 2, the all-in-one smart home gym and VeloNix, the connected indoor bike, demonstrating the brand’s commitment to expanding capabilities across diverse hardware platforms and user interaction models.

Enhanced Training Capabilities and AI Integration

Speediance continues to broaden its training delivery through both software innovations and strategic accessories. The Gym Monster 2 now incorporates Pilates functionality via the Speediance Pilates Set, bringing functional, low-impact, and mobility-focused training to users’ homes in a streamlined format that complements existing strength and cardio capabilities.

Central to the ecosystem expansion is Wellness+, Speediance’s AI-driven health guidance platform that serves as the intelligent foundation of the connected fitness experience. By transforming complex data into clear, actionable insights, Wellness+ empowers users to make informed decisions about training, recovery, and daily wellness habits while promoting consistency and sustainable progress.

Vision for Connected Fitness Future

“CES provides the ideal platform to demonstrate how these interconnected elements function as a unified system,” said Speediance Founder and CEO Liu Tao. “Rather than developing products in isolation, we’re building a comprehensive training and health ecosystem that adapts to users’ real lives and empowers better decision-making over time.”

The CES 2026 showcase represents Speediance’s holistic approach to fitness technology, where hardware innovation, diverse training methodologies, and artificial intelligence converge to create more personalized and effective wellness experiences.

Looking forward, Speediance will continue refining the integration of these elements based on real-world user feedback, guided by its mission to transform home fitness beyond individual devices toward more cohesive, sustainable, and intelligence-driven experiences.

Visit Speediance at the Venetian Expo (Level 2, Room 55339).

Edifier Debuts Cross-Scenario Audio Solutions for Modern Home Entertainment at CES 2026

Edifier, a global leader in premium audio solutions, is proud to unveil a comprehensive lineup of products designed to transcend traditional boundaries. Showcasing distinct form factors and advanced features, this new collection delivers a premium, cross-scenarioaudio experience—elevating soundscapes at home, during high-performance gaming, and for on-the-go listening. 

Introducing the M90: Audio Beyond the Desktop 

Building on the success of the M60, Edifier’s new M90 active speaker extends premiumdesktop sound into full home-entertainment setups, bridging the gap between desktop audio, TVs, streaming platforms, and gaming consoles. Its adaptable design suits a wide range of environments—from compact desks to living rooms—while intuitive controls and an omni-directional remote make it effortless to switch between devices and sources. 

The M90 features a two-way design with a 4-inch long-throw mid-low driver and 1-inch silk-dome tweeter, delivering 100W RMS power and up to 100dB SPL. Bi-amped 24-bit/96kHz DSP provides pristine audio. Its extensive connectivity—including Line-in, Optical, USB-C, HDMI eARC, and Bluetooth 6.0 with LDAC—ensures the M90 delivers a truly flexible, all-in-one audio experience for work, play, and everything in between. 

Near-Field Monitor Series: Optimized for Modern Production 

Designed for today’s home studios and mobile workflows, Edifier’s MR Series near-field monitors deliver studio accuracy in compact spaces. The MR3 offers a space-saving design for desktop setups, while the three-way MR5 features a built-in woofer and side-mounted acoustic lens for powerful bass in a small enclosure. 

All MR Series models feature end-to-end DSP, bi-amp or tri-amp amplification, tonal tuning, androom/placement compensation, along with wide off-axis response for accurate monitoring beyondthe sweet spot. Both the MR3 and MR5 have earned prestigious Japan’s VGP 2025 Design Award. 

Advancing Monitoring: Near-Middle Field Series 

Edifier expands its monitor lineup with the Near-Middle Field Series, led by the XR6. This three-way active monitor includes in-box auto-calibration software that analyzes roomacoustics and automatically optimizes setup, ensuring accurate performance in any workspace. 

Showcasing the QR Series: Understated Aesthetics with Hi-Fi Pedigree With RGB lighting now a standard feature of modern gaming setups—and those setups increasingly serving as hubs for video broadcasting, live streaming, and remote work—Edifier’s

QR65 and QR30 adopt a refined approach to RGB, enhancing ambiance without visual distraction. 

The QR Series uses an Infinity Mirror design to create subtle, immersive ambient lighting that adds depth without distracting from a clean, minimalist desk setup, while its Hi-Fi-grade acoustic design matches the demands of modern high-resolution content. The QR65 features a two-way design with a long-throw mid-low driver and silk-dome tweeter, 70W RMS output with bi-ampedDSP, a precision maze-type bass-reflex port for deep, controlled bass, and a built-in GaNfast charger for efficient power delivery and clean cable management. 

HDMI Integration: Elevating Audio Connectivity 

While HDMI has long been standard for AV receivers and soundbars, standalone active speakers have rarely offered it. With high-resolution and immersive content becoming the norm, Edifier’s latest lineup integrates HDMI eARC, bringing seamless, high-bandwidth audio to desktop and home setups. Premium models like the M90, R2750MKII, and S355DB now deliver future-ready, cinema-quality performance with next-generation displays and media players. 

Visit Edifier at CES 2026 

Date: January 6–9, 2026 

Location: Las Vegas Convention Center 

Booths: Central Hall, Booth #19040 

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TCL Unveils Note A1 NXTPAPER: CES 2026

TCL, a global leader in consumer electronics and display technology, announced the launch of the TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER, an intelligent E-Note designed to transform digital reading, writing, and creativity. Featuring TCL’s breakthrough NXTPAPER Pure Display and AI-driven productivity tools, the device combines the tactile feel of paper with the flexibility of modern technology. 

“TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER lets you think, write, and create as naturally as on paper, but with the intelligence and freedom of modern technology,” said Daniel Sun, chief technology officer at TCL Industries. “It’s a powerful tool for clarity, creativity, and connection, with AI enhancements for professionals, freelancers, students, and scholars.” 

Paper-Like Display Technology 

Building on TCL’s NXTPAPER technology introduced in 2021, the Note A1 NXTPAPER uses NXTPAPER Pure, a display innovation tailored for E-Notes. The 120Hz screen offers flicker-free visuals, TÜV-certified eye comfort, SGS-certified harmful blue light as low as 2.44%, and reflection-free clarity. With a 16.7-million-color range and adaptive brightness, users experience lifelike depth and reduced eye strain in any lighting condition. 

Precision Writing Experience 

The T-Pen Pro stylus delivers 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity, dual-tip functionality, and ultra-low latency under 5 milliseconds. Certified for “Pencil-Like Writing,” it replicates the resistance and texture of real paper, offering a natural experience for notetaking and sketching. 

AI-Powered Productivity 

Integrated AI tools streamline workflows with features such as real-time transcription, translation, and automated meeting summaries. Writing-focused tools like AI Rewrite and Writing Assist enhance clarity and efficiency, while the Inspiration Space organizes ideas and content for effortless creativity. 

Performance and Design 

The Note A1 NXTPAPER features an 8,000mAh battery for extended use, a 5.5mm aluminum unibody weighing 500 grams, and 256GB of storage. Optional accessories, including a flip case and keyboard case, turn the device into a portable workstation. Connectivity options include LAN, Bluetooth, cloud, and email sharing. 

Availability 

The TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER is available now, with early adopter discounts offered through Kickstarter. For more information, visit www.notea1.tcl.com . 

Feature Grid 

Feature  Details 
Display  NXTPAPER Pure, 120Hz, TÜV-certified eye comfort, SGS-certified HEV Blue light content: 2.44%, paper-like clarity 
Stylus  T-Pen Pro: Dual-tip, eraser, 8,192 pressure levels, <5ms latency 
AI Tools  Handwriting-to-text conversion, real-time transcription, translation, summarization, handwriting beautification, writing assist, handwriting one-stroke formation, handwritten formula recognition, Inspiration AI 
Battery  8,000mAh, for days of power 
Design  5.5mm ultra-slim aluminum body, 500g weight 
Storage  256GB with cross-device transfer and cloud sharing via the most popular platforms 
Audio  Eight-microphone array, intelligent noise reduction and directional pick-up 
Accessories  Flip case, keyboard cover for workstation setup 

 

 

TCL Unveils NXTPAPER 70 Pro CES 2026

TCL, a leader in display technology across feature-rich smartphones, tablets, and connected devices, at the Consumer Electronics Show, announced TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro, the latest smartphone in its NXTPAPER lineup. This further strengthens TCL’s leadership in display innovation in the mobile industry. Building on four generations of NXTPAPER breakthroughs, this new NXTPAPER 4.0 device enables users to switch between different modes through a dedicated NXTPAPER key and delivers an all-day and all-scenario eye-friendly viewing experience to meet the growing demands of ubiquitous digital use. 

Immersive Experience Through a Single Switch of the NXTPAPER Key

Since the introduction of the NXTPAPER 3.0 smartphones, the NXTPAPER Key has been a defining design feature of TCL’s NXTPAPER devices. This dedicated key allows users to instantly switch between Color Paper Mode, Ink Paper Mode, and Max Ink Mode, delivering a paper-like viewing experience alongside the classic clarity of a color interface as well as a black-and-white interface.

When you want to settle into deeper focus, the dedicated NXTPAPER key instantly activates Max Ink Mode, transforming the paper-like display into a monochrome mode perfect for immersive and distraction-free reading. This specialized mode delivers remarkable endurance with seven days of reading and up to 26 days on standby. Max Ink Mode includes an extensive library of pre-installed books and AI reading tools like AI Outline, AI Q&A, AI Audiobook and AI Podcast for deeper insight. You can also seamlessly switch back to the full-color display for vibrant streaming and browsing whenever needed. 

When paired with a low-latency and pressure-sensitive T-Pen stylus, the TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro unlocks an authentic writing experience. Diverse AI handwriting input methods, including off-screen memo and AI-generated covers or bullet journals, turn the display into a canvas for endless inspiration. The device is thoughtfully designed to act as all-in-one device for work, play, and creativity. 

All-Day Comfortable Viewing in Every Scenario

Certified by international authorities including TÜV and SGS, TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro delivers ultimate eye-comfort viewing experience. From the first notification at dawn to the final scroll at night, our eyes endlessly connect us to the world, at a cost. With screen time rising, people increasingly find themselves battling eye dryness, fatigue, and mental overload long before the day is over. 

Just like the TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra, launched in September, this device delivers the key NXTPAPER benefits, including seven core eye-care technologies: natural light display, zero flickering, blue light purification, reflection-free and anti-glare viewing, dim-light eye protection, circadian screen comfort, and TruePaper Restoration technology.

Whether scrolling through social feeds on a morning commute or simply replying to messages in bright outdoor environments, glare and reflections often make screens hard to read. The TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro combats glare and reflection in bright light or outdoors with a screen utilizing nano-matrix lithography and adaptive software. It ensures crystal-clear and true-to-life visual even under harsh lights with the industry’s lowest specular reflection rate. No more struggling to read through content or constantly angling your phone, just a screen that stays effortlessly viewable and vividly sharp, wherever you are. 

During prolonged indoor use, whether binge-watching your favorite series or reading for hours, harmful blue light can lead to persistent dryness and blurred vision. The TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro uses blue light purification hardware technology to reduce harmful blue light to as low as 3.41%, significantly easing eye strain. Circular Polarized Light (CPL) mimics certain characteristics of natural light, delivering rich, vibrant visuals with professional-grade color accuracy (ΔE<1), while staying remarkably soothing to view. 

As you unwind before bed, whether catching up on social media or watching one last video, a bright and flickering screen can be jarring and disruptive. The world’s first SGS-certified Dim-Light Eye Protection and circadian screen comfort create a softer, strain-free experience for bedtime use. Brightness and color temperature adjust smoothly, all the way down to an ultra-low 1-nit minimum to ensure eye comfort to naturally align with both real-world lighting conditions and the body’s own rhythm. Flicker is also eliminated at the hardware level through DC dimming, making late-night or pre-sleep use noticeably easier on the eyes. 

Capture Moments, Create Masterpieces

The TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro features a powerful 50MP 1.0um OIS (Optical Image Stabilizer) main camera that captures stunning detail and sharpness in every scenario, paired with a 32MP selfie camera that intelligently enhances your natural beauty while preserving authentic skin texture. 

Powered by the TCL-developed MuseFilm imaging technology, it redefines photography by capturing the feeling within the frame, transforming fleeting moments into everlasting treasures, ensuring your memories are not only preserved, but also elevated with artistic emotion. The super night vision mode balances light and shadow and brightens the scene to reveal clear, vivid details even in darkness, turning night portraits into atmospheric and cinematic masterpieces. With upgraded motion capture, it combines OIS and EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) dual stabilization and horizon lock, tackling the dynamic moments and fast-moving scenes with both remarkable precision and vitality. The CCD (Charge Coupled Device) classic filter injects film-like charm into every photo, featuring soft colors, warm tones, and the perfect nostalgic vibe. 

AI Integration: Intelligence at Your Fingertips

With integrated AI tools that break down language barriers, boost productivity, empower creativity, and streamline your workflow, every interaction brings you closer to a simpler and intuitive world. Whether you’re traveling, learning, or working across languages, the AI Smart Interpreter makes communication seamless. Get real-time subtitles for videos and lectures, use face-to-face translation to connect with locals abroad, or rely on simultaneous interpretation in meetings – all enhanced with optional TCL CrystalClip wireless earbuds for clear, immersive audio. For enhanced productivity and inspiration, Voice Memo automatically transcribes and summarizes recordings, while creative writing and text comprehension tools help you brainstorm, edit, and express ideas with ease. Google Gemini delivers instant answers through natural conversation and enables smart search through simple circling, highlighting, or scribbling directly on the screen without switching apps.

Reliable All-round Performance for Effortless Everyday Use

Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor with 24GB RAM (8GB+16GB RAM Expansion) that supports seamless multitasking, it features an impressive storage of up to 512 GB for all your precious memories. The robust 5200mAh battery with 33W fast charging delivers all-day endurance, while IP68 water and dust resistance empowers worry-free exploration through every journey. For leisure time, the adjustable stand case enables hands-free convenience and perfect viewing angles.

Pricing and Availability

TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro (256GB ROM, with bundled accessories): RRP €339

TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro (512GB ROM, with bundled accessories): RRP €389

Optional accessories: Stand case with T-Pen

Availability: Starting from February across Europe, Asia-Pacific, North America, the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America