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Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Potensic returned to IFA Berlin for the third consecutive year to showcase its newest camera drone, the ATOM 3, under the theme "SEE BEYOND."

The drone weighs under 249 grams, qualifying for Europe's lighter-touch EASA C0 category

That weight class means users face fewer regulatory hurdles before flying, a key selling point for casual hobbyists and travelers.

A 1/1.3-inch sensor and dual 48mm focal lengths capture both wide landscapes and detailed close-ups

The ATOM 3 records 4K/60fps HDR video designed to hold detail across varying light conditions. The European version offers up to 40 minutes of flight time, a 16km video transmission range, and AI Follow 2.0 tracking aimed at travelers, hikers, cyclists, and families.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Potensic returns to IFA Berlin for the third consecutive year to showcase its latest drone, the ATOM 3, at Messe Berlin under the theme "SEE BEYOND."

The ATOM 3 weighs under 249 grams to meet Europe's EASA C0 category

That weight classification lets users fly with minimal regulatory requirements, making the drone accessible for casual and beginner pilots across Europe.

A dual-focal 48mm camera and 1/1.3-inch sensor capture wide landscapes and close-up detail

The drone records 4K/60fps HDR video for sharpness across varying light conditions. The European version offers up to 40 minutes of flight time, a 16-kilometer video transmission range, and AI Follow 2.0 for tracking subjects during travel, hiking, cycling, or family outings.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Segway has picked up two Gold Awards at IFA 2026 in Berlin for its upcoming eKickScooter models, the ZT3 MAX and the Ninebot MAX G3 Pro, both set to launch in Europe in October 2026.

The ZT3 MAX received the All-Terrain Electric Scooter Technology Gold Award, while the Ninebot MAX G3 Pro won the Long-Range Riding Technology Gold Award. Both prizes came from the Global Product Technology Innovation Awards, handed out annually at IFA, one of the world's largest consumer electronics trade shows. The awards were established in 2014 by the International Data Group (IDG) and the German Association of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (DIHK), with continued backing from IFA.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Segway has won two gold awards at IFA 2026 in Berlin for its upcoming flagship electric scooters, the ZT3 MAX and the MAX G3 Pro, both set to launch in Europe in October 2026.

The Segway eKickScooter ZT3 MAX took gold in the off-road e-scooter technology category, while the Segway eKickScooter Ninebot MAX G3 Pro won gold for long-range riding technology. The Global Product Technology Innovation Awards are handed out annually at IFA, one of the world's largest consumer electronics trade shows, and were founded in 2014 by International Data Group (IDG) and the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (DIHK), with ongoing support from IFA.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Fitnexa's DUVA brand unveiled the DUVA ONE sleep earbuds at IFA Berlin 2026, a system designed to adjust sound and noise cancellation throughout the night rather than just report on sleep quality after waking.

The earbuds react while you sleep, not after you wake up

Most wearable sleep tech only analyzes data in the morning. DUVA ONE instead pairs low-profile earbuds with a sensor-equipped charging case and a companion app to respond in real time. Users can start the night streaming a podcast over Bluetooth, and once asleep, the system can switch to locally stored sleep sounds to save battery. If a partner starts snoring or street noise increases, the earbuds can adjust active noise cancellation (ANC) or add a masking sound.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- ECOVACS, a global service robotics company, has won two Gold Awards at the 2026 IDG Global Product Technology Innovation Awards, announced at IFA Berlin, a leading consumer electronics and home appliance trade fair.

WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI takes window-cleaning innovation prize

The ECOVACS WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI window-cleaning robot received the Window Cleaning Robot Innovation Gold Award, recognizing its automated window-care technology. Judges evaluate entries based on technological innovation, practical utility, and market impact.

T1000 4WD Pro honored for smart lawn-edge trimming

The ECOVACS T1000 4WD Pro smart mowing robot won the Smart Edge Trimming Technology Innovation Gold Award. The award cites its high-precision edge trimming, four-wheel-drive mobility, terrain capability, and intelligent route planning that adapts to complex lawn layouts.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Midea has unveiled VitaBreeze, a new home climate system that lets users direct airflow to specific spots in a room using a smartphone. The system makes its global debut at IFA 2026 and will roll out across Europe starting early 2027.

The system maps rooms and lets users steer airflow visually via an app

Midea's AirGrid Intelligence feature scans a room's layout, giving users a visual interface to send cool or warm air exactly where they want it -- whether that's toward a yoga mat or away from a sofa. A wide-angle airflow design covers every corner of a room evenly, while built-in person detection can make airflow follow occupants or steer clear of them, depending on preference.

September 10, 2026 – BERLIN -- Midea has unveiled VitaBreeze, a new air conditioning system designed to personalize climate control room by room, with a European rollout set for early 2027. The product debuted globally at IFA 2026 in Berlin.

AirGrid Intelligence lets users steer airflow from a smartphone

VitaBreeze maps a room's layout and gives users visual control over where air is directed, letting them target airflow toward specific activities like yoga or away from a spot on the sofa.

Breezeless Pro Evolution boosts airflow area by 30 percent

The latest version of Midea's draft-free technology increases the air outlet area by 30 percent, dispersing cool air through strategically placed microperforations. Midea says this creates soft, multidirectional breezes without direct blasts, while still delivering full cooling performance instantly.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Haier unveiled an AI-powered smart home ecosystem at IFA 2026, showing connected appliances that adjust laundry cycles, food storage, cooking and entertainment settings based on real-time household behavior.

The Vision 15 washer reads laundry loads through an internal camera

Sensors and algorithms detect load size, balance and foam levels, then automatically adjust water volume, detergent dosing, drum movement and program settings.

A refrigeration prototype called Maestro tracks food freshness

Its AI Food Care System 2.0 identifies stored items and recommends storage conditions to help users manage food more effectively.

The ID Ultimate Series 6 oven ends cooking cycles automatically

An internal camera recognizes the dish being prepared, monitors cooking progress, and stops the program once the expected result is reached.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- ECOVACS took home two gold medals at the IDG Global Product Technology Innovation Awards 2026, announced at IFA Berlin, one of the world's largest consumer electronics trade shows.

The WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI wins for window-cleaning innovation

The window-cleaning robot earned the Window Cleaning Robot Innovation Gold Award for its automatic glass-maintenance features, including intelligent frame detection, systematic deep cleaning, and reinforced safety mechanisms designed to make hands-free window care reliable for homes.

The T1000 4WD Pro lawn mower takes the edge-trimming prize

ECOVACS' smart lawn mower robot, the T1000 4WD Pro, received the Smart Edge Trimming Technology Innovation Gold Award. Judges recognized its high-precision edge-cutting, four-wheel-drive mobility, off-road capability, and intelligent path planning built to handle complex lawn layouts.