Europe

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Potensic returned to IFA Berlin for a third straight year, showcasing its new ATOM 3 camera drone under the theme "SEE BEYOND" at Messe Berlin.

The drone weighs under 249 grams to skip heavy EU drone rules

At under 249 grams, ATOM 3 falls into Europe's EASA C0 category, letting users fly with minimal regulatory requirements. Potensic designed it for travel, hiking, cycling and everyday creative shooting.

A 1/1.3-inch sensor and dual-focal lens capture landscapes and close-ups alike

The drone's 48mm dual-focal camera records 4K/60fps HDR video across varied lighting conditions. The European version offers up to 40 minutes of flight time, 16 km of video transmission range, and AI Follow 2.0 for tracking subjects.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Segway has won two Gold Awards at IFA 2026 in Berlin for its upcoming flagship eKickScooters, the ZT3 MAX and the MAX G3 Pro, both set to launch in Europe in October 2026.

The Segway eKickScooter ZT3 MAX received the All-Terrain Electric Scooter Technology Gold Award, while the Segway eKickScooter Ninebot MAX G3 Pro won the Long-Range Riding Technology Gold Award. The Global Product Technology Innovation Awards are presented annually at IFA, one of the world's largest consumer electronics shows, and were founded in 2014 by International Data Group (IDG) and the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK), with ongoing support from IFA.

Berlin – – September 09, 2026 -- DeerRun is using IFA Berlin 2026 to show how home treadmills can double as social workout arenas, letting users race friends worldwide through its PitPat platform. The exhibit runs through September 8 at Messe Berlin, Hall 12, Booth 141.

Connected equipment turns exercise into a shared race

Compatible DeerRun machines link to PitPat, a platform that overlays virtual routes, leaderboards and challenges onto real-world movement. At the booth, a 30-minute team relay pits "Team World" against "Team Berlin," with each side's combined distance tracked live on screen.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- OSCAL is showcasing a new lineup of home energy storage systems, rugged smartphones, and connected devices at IFA Berlin 2026, running September 4-8 at Messegelände Berlin, stand H3.2-171.

The Power Storage 3000 brings balcony solar storage with AI-driven tariff management

The balcony energy system delivers 2,500W output with capacity expandable from 3 kWh to 15.3 kWh. It includes a 4,000W MPPT solar input, AI-based energy management tuned to peak and off-peak electricity rates, micro-inverter compatibility, and both on-grid and off-grid operation.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- OSCAL is showcasing a new lineup of home energy storage systems, rugged smartphones and smart devices at IFA Berlin 2026, running through September 8 at Messegelände Berlin.

A balcony battery promises up to 15.3 kWh of expandable storage

The Power Storage 3000 balcony system delivers 2,500 W output with capacity scalable from 3 kWh to 15.3 kWh. It includes a 4,000 W MPPT solar input, AI-driven time-of-use energy management, compatibility with micro-inverters, and support for both grid-tied and off-grid operation.

Portable power stations scale up to 57.6 kWh

OSCAL is also displaying a high-capacity model rated at 6,000 W output with up to 57.6 kWh of storage. The PowerMax 2400 Pro offers 2,400 W output and up to 22.1 kWh capacity, with wireless stackability and both grid and off-grid modes. The PowerMax 3600 SE and 2400 SE round out the lineup for backup power at home, outdoor trips and mobile use.

Brussels – September 09, 2026 -- Euro NCAP has awarded GAC's all-electric hatchback, the AION UT, a five-star safety rating under its newly overhauled 2026 testing protocols, making it one of the first mass-produced Chinese brand models to clear the tougher standards.

Stricter 2026 rules raised the bar for small EVs

Euro NCAP significantly heightened its assessment criteria for this year's cycle, evaluating vehicles across four categories: safe driving, crash avoidance, crash protection, and post-crash safety. The AION UT scored well across all four, a result GAC says redefines expectations for small pure-electric vehicles.

Structural reinforcements anchor the crash performance

The car's body uses 71% high-strength steel, a one-piece hot-stamped dual-ring design, and a 180mm extra-wide crash box paired with a high-strength bumper beam. GAC states these elements give the vehicle extreme load-bearing capacity in collision scenarios.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Grundig showcased a new product lineup at IFA 2026, covering TVs, refrigerators, washer-dryers and air conditioners, marking a fresh stage in its partnership between parent company Beko and Chinese manufacturer Changhong.

The event followed Changhong receiving a license to use the Grundig brand in select product categories and markets, combining Changhong's research, manufacturing and supply-chain capabilities with Grundig's European heritage.

The AURORA 100 TV packs 9,720 dimming zones into a 39mm-thick frame

The flagship AURORA 100 television uses RGB Micro-Focusing LED chips and OD8 backlight control technology alongside an AI-driven Aurora Light Wings system, aiming for immersive picture and sound in a slim design.

Hong Kong – September 09, 2026 -- LiberNovo is showcasing its new Maxis Series ergonomic chair, built specifically for taller, broader and heavier users, at IFA 2026 in Berlin, running September 4 to 8 at Messe Berlin's Hall 7, Stand 7.2a-105.

The Maxis Series was engineered rather than simply scaled up from a standard chair frame. It features a 52 cm (20.5-inch) seat depth, a wider cushion, a reinforced frame, an aluminum-alloy base and four-direction armrests, giving larger users more room and stability during long work, gaming or creative sessions.

Three Maxis versions offer a five-stage recline from 105 to 160 degrees

Maxis Manual uses a knob to adjust lumbar depth. Maxis Electric adds motorized lumbar support along with OmniStretch, a guided back-stretching feature. Maxis Airflow builds in active seat ventilation for use in warmer environments.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- TCL unveiled its new TAB A1 tablet series at IFA 2026, offering four models split across two screen sizes and two display technologies to match different daily uses.

Four models target streaming, study, and work

The lineup includes the TCL TAB A1, TCL TAB A1 NXTPAPER, TCL TAB A1 Plus, and TCL TAB A1 Plus NXTPAPER. TCL built the range around two choices: screen size and display type, letting buyers pick the combination that fits their routine.

11-inch models favor portability, Plus versions add screen space

The 11-inch TAB A1 models measure 6.2mm thick, with 2.1K resolution and a refresh rate up to 90Hz, aimed at users who carry a tablet between home, school, and work. The 12.2-inch TAB A1 Plus models step up to 2.4K resolution, a 3:2 aspect ratio, and a refresh rate up to 120Hz, giving more room for movies, browsing, document work, and split-screen multitasking.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- MERACH has launched the UltraWalk W60 Plus walking pad in Europe, debuting the device on the opening day of IFA Berlin 2026. The pad is available for pre-order through September 20, 2026, at an Early Bird price of €379.99, down from its €459.99 recommended retail price -- an €80 saving.

The UltraWalk W60 Plus is aimed at people who want to add movement to their day without setting aside dedicated workout time, particularly those working from home. It runs on a brushless motor rated for up to 15,000 hours of operation, with a peak output of 3.5 HP.

An integrated Hall sensor keeps walking speed steady even at low intensity.

The sensor is designed to deliver precise and consistent speed control, which the company says is especially useful during slower walking sessions. A convection cooling system with two ventilation openings helps dissipate heat, allowing the pad to run continuously for up to three hours.