What we expect at MWC 2026
By Mike Sorrentino
Google’s exhibit at MWC 2025 was Android Avenue.
Tara Brown/CNETThe Mobile World Congress is one of the largest showcase events for the mobile industry. Taking place in Barcelona, the annual conference features everything from high-profile phone launches to showcasing crazy concepts that sometimes hint at future products in development.
CNET Senior Editor Katie Collins has been attending MWC for years and has put together a summary of what we expect from this year’s event.
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