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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 -- 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.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Robotics brand MOVA is showcasing three new concept technologies -- TactiPercept, Knot 80 and AstraX -- at IFA Berlin, previewing capabilities that go beyond current robot vacuums and mowers.

Founded only in 2024, MOVA built its product line without inheriting older hardware platforms, a factor the company says allowed it to design AI, sensors and robotics together from the start rather than retrofitting AI onto existing devices.

MOVA has already launched LiDAR-based robotic mowers within two years of founding

The company attributes its rapid product rollout to skipping legacy architecture constraints faced by established manufacturers. According to Lucy Wang, Product Manager on MOVA's Product Development Team, this let engineers evaluate each use case from scratch and select appropriate sensor and robotics technology before building long-term product platforms.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- PITAKA, the maker of aramid-fiber phone cases and MagSafe accessories, hosted its first brand event on September 4 at The Feuerle Collection, a converted industrial space turned art museum in Berlin, to unveil new iPhone 18 accessories and a design called Wind Over Wheat.

Guests explored five themed stations built around material and sound.

Leipzig – September 09, 2026 -- The 32nd Goldene Henne awards show turned the Leipzig trade fair grounds into a glittering stage last night, drawing up to 3.4 million viewers on Das Erste and an 18 percent market share.

International stars headline the musical lineup

Take That, Helene Fischer, Johannes Oerding, Unheilig, Michael Schulte and Peter Maffay performed alongside Florian Künstler and the MDR Kinderchor. Fischer debuted her new single live for the first time, while Take That teamed up with Michael Patrick Kelly for what organizers called a German premiere.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Hisense is showcasing its AI Companion Suite at IFA 2026 in Berlin, demonstrating how connected appliances can handle everyday tasks from meal planning to laundry sorting with minimal user input.

The kitchen responds to a single question about what to cook

Asking "What should I make?" triggers the AI Companion Refrigerator to scan stored ingredients and suggest recipes based on personal preferences. Selecting a dish syncs the AI Companion Oven for automatic cooking, while the AI Companion Wine Cabinet recommends pairings and adjusts storage conditions. The AI Companion Dishwasher then reads dish conditions afterward and adjusts its cleaning cycle accordingly.

Laundry becomes a load-and-go process

The AI Companion Laundry Suite identifies clothing characteristics to automatically select wash and dry cycles, removing manual setting adjustments from the routine.

Berlin – – September 09, 2026 -- PrimeBOT picked up two official honors at IFA 2026 in Berlin, with its T1 robot winning the IFA Innovation Award for Content Creation Technology and its Q1 model named an IFA NEXT Honoree.

T1 and Q1 target different roles inside the home

T1 is built around a transformable design meant for cross-scenario mobility and creative tasks, while Q1 focuses on personalized interaction, programmability, movement, and long-term companionship. Both robots were on display at PrimeBOT's booth (H25-150) at Messe Berlin, alongside demos at ShowStoppers.

Visitors tested balance responses and touch reactions on the show floor

Attendees walked alongside Q1 and tested its balancing responses, describing the interaction as similar to engaging with a child. T1 drew attention for its transformation sequence and its reactions to touch and head pats, which organizers said made the experience feel personal.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- CHiQ, a global smart-home brand, received the AI Home Ecosystem Brand Award at IFA 2026 in Berlin, recognizing its work on AI-powered smart-home technology.

IDG and IFA jointly present the award for practical AI innovation

The prize is jointly given by IDG and IFA and highlights advances in AI technology that carry practical applications for the consumer electronics and home appliance industry.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Hisense used IFA 2026 to showcase new display, laser and audio technology under the theme "Innovating a Brighter Life," pairing brighter picture quality with eye-comfort certifications across its lineup.

The company picked up multiple honors at the IFA Innovation Awards: the Hisense UX1 soundbar won its category, while the 116UXS MiniLED TV, the UR8 TV, the REGZA RGB Mini LED ZX series and the XR10 laser projector were named Honorees.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Hisense used IFA 2026 to show off a new lineup of TVs, laser projectors and audio gear built around brighter colors and less eye strain, with its UX1 soundbar taking top honors at the IFA Innovation Awards.

The 116UXS TV debuts in Europe with a four-color backlight

The flagship 116UXS, making its European debut, adds a dedicated cyan light source to red, green and blue backlighting, reaching up to 110% of the BT.2020 color gamut. It carries Pantone Validated RGB MiniLED and Pantone Color certifications, and pairs a 10,000-nit peak brightness with Hi-View AI RGB processing and an Obsidian panel for what Hisense describes as more accurate color and contrast.