IFA 2026 Day 1 Wearable Highlights: Beyerdynamic, RayNeo, Xiaomi, and More Hit the Show Floor

IFA 2026 has opened its doors in Berlin, running September 4–8, and the wearable technology floor is packed with launches and live demos. Here's everything notable from day one.

Smart Glasses

• RayNeo iO and GT series: Now on sale and demoed live at Hall 21A. The camera-free iO ($449) targets translation and captioning, while the GT Max ($599) delivers a 307-inch virtual cinema screen
• iFLYTEK and Rokid: Both exhibiting display and audio AI smart glasses lines
• BleeqUp Ranger: Showing at IFA Next, a 4-in-1 sports smart glass with camera and walkie-talkie functionality

Audio

• Beyerdynamic Aventho Y: $150 over-ear ANC headphones with 90-hour battery and replaceable parts
• Belkin SoundForm: Budget wireless earbuds starting at $34.99, shipping in September

Smart Rings

• RingConn: Showing its Gen 3 lineup with no-subscription health tracking
• Ultrahuman: Exhibiting the Ring Pro and new wellness features

Smartwatches and Fitness Trackers

• Ulefone Armor Watch: Second-generation rugged smartwatch with enhanced durability for outdoor use
• Xiaomi: Exhibiting the Watch S5 and Smart Band 11 lineup
• Withings: Health-focused connected devices on display

What Buyers Should Know

IFA 2026 is a preview of the fall wearable season. With Apple's September 9 event, Snap's September 16 Specs launch, and Meta Connect on September 23 all coming in the next three weeks, we're entering the busiest stretch for wearable launches in 2026. Browse our smart glasses, smartwatch, and earbuds guides to compare everything available.