The flexible screen revolution takes over CES 2026: from notebooks to smartphones, Lenovo pushes the limits of technology

2026 will be remembered as the year when “folding” is no longer an experiment but a solidified reality in consumer devices. This was clearly demonstrated at Lenovo Tech World held at the Sphere in Las Vegas during CES, where the Taiwanese giant unveiled a lineup of products that completely redefine the concept of form factor in laptops and smartphones.

When notebooks change shape: Lenovo's rollable concepts

Contrary to what one might think, Lenovo has not limited innovation to just smartphones. During the event, the company presented two concepts representing the future of computing: the Legion Pro Rollable and the ThinkPad Rollable XD.

The Legion Pro Rollable is a gaming laptop that transforms the traditional 16-inch screen into an extendable surface up to 21.5 and even 24 inches. The OLED PureSight display, powered by a dual motor, maintains a 240Hz refresh rate across all three configurations. Internally, the concept is based on the Legion Pro 7i platform with Core Ultra 9 and RTX 5090 mobile. An current limitation is the screen resolution, fixed at 3348×1280, which is a bit constrained for a 24" screen in 21:9 format.

The ThinkPad Rollable XD offers a different approach: here, the screen extends vertically from 13.3 to 16 inches, with the rolled panel directly on side A of the chassis. Lenovo addressed the fragility issue by protecting the surface with Corning Gorilla Victus 2 glass at 180°, extending all the way to the edge of the chassis itself. Although CES did not provide detailed specifications, it is likely that the device will feature the latest Panther Lake processors. If development progresses at the same pace as the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable, it could be available as early as August 2026.

Motorola accepts the challenge of the large fold

After years of focusing exclusively on flip phones, Motorola finally launched its first large foldable at CES: the Razr Fold. While maintaining the design philosophy of the Moto X70 Air line with an external 6.6-inch screen, the device introduces an 8-inch internal LTPO 2K display, aligning with the standards of the main foldables on the market.

A distinctive feature is support for the Moto Pen Ultra, confirming that Motorola remains one of the few brands offering compatibility with the stylus on both traditional and foldable models. The camera system includes three 50 MP sensors with 3x periscopic zoom. Launch is scheduled for summer, although full specs and pricing remain confidential.

The return of the flagship candybar: moto Signature

Alongside the foldable, Motorola has revived the traditional flagship segment with the moto Signature, positioned above 7000 yuan. The device adopts the design language of the X series with a 2×2 camera setup in the top left, rejecting the trend of huge circular modules. The colors, developed in collaboration with Pantone, include Martini Olive with diagonal stripes and Carbon with a linen texture.

Technically, the moto Signature features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor paired with a flat 6.8" AMOLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate and a Super HD resolution (2712 × 1220, about 1.5K). The maximum brightness reaches 6200 nits. The 5200mAh silicon-carbon battery supports 90W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. Certifications include IP68 (1.5m for 30 minutes), IP69, and MIL-STD-810H, along with 7 OS updates and 7 years of security patches.

The official price for the 16+512GB variant will be €899.99 (about 7350 yuan) at European debut in the first half of 2026. If marketed in China, it could be around 7000 yuan. For a non-foldable device, this is an aggressive positioning targeting the premium segment.

A 2026 of flexibility

What clearly emerges from Lenovo's announcement schedule is a coordinated strategy to dominate the tech narrative around flexible devices. Whether it’s rollable, foldable, or extendable screens, the industry has finally understood that “fold” is no longer an eccentricity but a fully mature category. With the ThinkPad Rollable XD potentially available by summer and the moto Signature already up for pre-order, 2026 looks set to be the decisive year when flexible technology moves from concept to mainstream adoption.