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An account already exists for this email address, please log in. Subscribe to our newsletterEvery year, the biggest companies in mobile technology get together to show off their wares at MWC in Barcelona, and the 2026 event has been as packed as all the other MWC shows that have gone before it — as this best gadgets guide will help to show you.
The TechRadar team is still putting in the legwork to get around the event's various meeting rooms and conference halls, and these are the highlights from our second day in Spain. You can also catch up on our best MWC gadget picks from the first day as well.
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1. TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro
If you've felt rather uninspired by smartphone designs and innovations in recent years, take a look at the TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro: this handset uses the latest generation of TCL's color e-paper display, making for a gorgeous, reflection-free visual experience.
Comic books are shown off really well, but all kinds of apps and experiences shine on the TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro, and the display doesn't appear sluggish at all. You can even use a stylus with the handset, and it's available at a competitive price point as well.
- Read the full story: As a comic book fan, TCL showed me my dream smartphone at MWC 2026
2. Xiaomi Watch 5
The Apple Watch and the Pixel Watch have some serious competition in the form of the Xiaomi Watch 5, which packs plenty of power in a rather fine-looking casing-and-strap combination — topped off by a 1.54-inch, 1,500-nit circular AMOLED display.
Now available globally, the Xiaomi Watch 5 made a strong impression on us when we checked it out at MWC because it runs Wear OS 6 rather than Xiaomi's own HyperOS, which means you've got access to the Gemini smart AI on your wrist.
Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inboxContact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.- Read the full story: Xiaomi’s Watch 5 has just launched globally, and it could be an affordable Google Pixel Watch 4 rival
3. MemoMind One
We could have another contender for our best smart glasses list: the MemoMind One from XGIMI. There are integrated speakers here as well as dual-eye displays, and of course, a sprinkling of AI, making them a complete pair of smart specs.
The MemoMind One glasses also score highly for customization options, with a variety of frame styles and temple designs to choose from — though we're not exactly sure how many. We're still waiting for details on pricing and availability, however.
4. Biwin CL100 Mini SSD
The name tells you just about everything you need to know about this device: it's an SSD made by Biwin, and it's very small and thin. In fact, it measures just 15 mm x 17 mm x 1.4 mm, so it's not the size of a postage stamp — it's smaller. We're talking microSD card size.
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Despite those very compact dimensions, you don't have to make too many compromises when it comes to speed and capacity. You can buy this SSD with up to 2TB of onboard storage, and it also offers PCIe 3.0-like read and write speeds for rapid data transfer.
5. Oukitel WP63
The Oukitel WP63 isn't your ordinary smartphone, and is sure to appeal to those who want to break away from the standard Apple, Google, and Samsung formulas. It comes with a huge 20,000 mAh battery for starters, which goes some way to explaining its chunky looks.
You also get an integrated LED light for finding your way in the dark, and even an electric ignitor — how many phones do you know of that can start a fire? If you're a serious camper or keen outdoor enthusiast, this could be a handset worth checking out.
- Read the full story: Get updates on the Oukitel WP63 at MWC in our live blog
6. Huawei Watch GT Runner 2
Without making too much of a fuss about it, Huawei is actually putting out some rather impressive smartwatches, and the Huawei Watch GT Runner 2 is the latest to catch our eye, here at MWC. We've actually already had some hands-on time with the wearable.
It's lightweight, it's capable, and it's reasonably priced — although you won't be able to buy it directly in the US, of course, what with the Huawei ban and everything. It scores highly for waterproofing, boasts a 1.32-inch AMOLED screen, and supports contactless payments.
- Read the full story: Huawei's new GT Runner 2 is called 'the pinnacle of professional running watches', so I went hands-on and compared its stats to a Garmin watch
7. 6G
Don't worry if you're still struggling to get reliable access to 5G in your part of the world, because 6G is very much on the way, and it's going to offer even further advances in terms of upload and download speeds, and in terms of how much capacity the networks have.
Numerous mobile companies have been talking up 6G in Barcelona, including Ericsson and Intel: the tech giants say they're going to pool their resources in a partnership that should see next-gen connectivity arrive sooner, and with a higher level of reliability.
- Read the full story: Get updates on 6G at MWC in our live blog
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