Ahead of IFA 2026 opening to the public in Berlin, a range of manufacturers have already unveiled new devices at Europe's largest consumer tech show, spanning laptops, robot vacuums and gaming accessories. The Verge has rounded up some of the standout announcements so far, highlighting growing competition for Apple's MacBook Neo and fresh takes on portable gaming hardware.

Highlights include Acer's Project DualPlay Mini, a concept Windows gaming handheld with a swivelling 8-inch screen that transforms into a mini laptop, and Dell's budget-friendly 14S, which echoes the MacBook Neo with four colour options and configurable specs up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. iRobot's $1,199 Roomba Max 875 Combo introduces "SealForce" technology for deeper carpet cleaning alongside 35,000 Pa suction and mopping. Jsaux's $49.99 SkyLark S1 Pro offers a versatile, drift-resistant portable controller with triple connectivity options, while Acer's Vero 16 laptop promotes repairability with tool-free access to its SSD and battery, though pricing has yet to be confirmed.