Unlock CES 2026: Why You Need the Official Mobile App

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) isn't just a trade show; it is a sprawling metropolis of innovation. With over 4,000 exhibitors spread across more than 2.5 million net square feet of exhibit space, Las Vegas transforms into a labyrinth of technology every January. For attendees, the sheer scale of the event is both its greatest draw and its biggest challenge. Walking the floor without a plan is a recipe for exhaustion, missed opportunities and sore feet.

Navigating this massive ecosystem requires more than just comfortable shoes and a printed map. It requires a digital co-pilot capable of filtering noise and providing real-time direction. This is where the official CES mobile app by Eventbase comes into play. Far from being a static digital brochure, the app is a sophisticated tool designed to personalize the attendee journey and streamline the logistics of one of the world's largest technology events.

Powered by Eventbase, the leader in experiential event technology, the CES app has evolved into an essential utility for industry professionals. Whether you are hunting for the next unicorn startup in Eureka Park or rushing to a keynote speech at the Venetian, understanding how to leverage this technology is the first step toward a successful show. Here is how you can use the Eventbase-powered app to conquer the chaos of CES.

The Powerhouse Behind the Platform: Eventbase

When you download the CES app, you are using technology built by the gold standard in the industry. Eventbase is the official provider of the CES mobile app, bringing over a decade of experience in powering apps for massive events like South By Southwest (SXSW), Salesforce Dreamforce and even the Olympic Games.

Our track record speaks volumes about reliability. CES has previously won "Best Event App" at the Event Technology Awards, a testament to the platform's ability to handle high traffic and complex data integrations. For an attendee, this pedigree offers peace of mind. When you are trying to load a map in a hall with thousands of other people, you need a platform that is stable, responsive and intuitive.

Next-Generation Navigation with Pointr Maps

Perhaps the most significant friction point at CES is physical navigation. The Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) alone is enormous and when you add in the Venetian Expo and other venues, simply getting from Point A to Point B can take significantly longer than anticipated. To solve this, Eventbase has integrated Pointr Maps, a world-class indoor mapping platform that revolutionizes blue-dot wayfinding.

This integration brings a suite of advanced features designed to get you where you need to go with pinpoint accuracy.

Real-Time Indoor Wayfinding

The days of staring at a static "You Are Here" board are over. The app utilizes blue-dot navigation with an accuracy of 1-3 meters. This allows for real-time wayfinding that guides you through the complex venue layouts. The system handles smart indoor-outdoor transitions and unmatched multi-floor detection, ensuring that moving between halls or levels doesn't confuse the routing.

A Full 3D Experience

The app features fully dynamic 3D maps with intuitive zoom level controls. This depth is crucial for multi-story venues where 2D maps often fail to convey verticality. Users can rotate and explore the venue digitally, getting a better sense of the layout before they even step foot on the floor.

Rich Point of Interest (POI) Details

The map isn't just geometry; it's a layer of information. Tapping on a booth or location on the map brings up rich details, including exhibitor information, imagery, relevant links and directions. This live data linking means you can move from discovery to information gathering in a single tap.

Curating Your Experience

With hundreds of sessions, keynotes and panels occurring simultaneously, time management is your most valuable asset. The CES app moves beyond a simple calendar listing to become a proactive scheduling assistant.

My Agenda

The core of your planning happens in the "My Agenda" section. This feature allows you to browse the massive catalog of sessions and add them to your personal schedule. Crucially, this syncs across platforms; any sessions you added via the event website or registration platform will automatically appear in the mobile app. You can add or remove sessions on the fly, allowing you to pivot your schedule as the day evolves.

Session Reminders

It is easy to get caught up in a conversation on the show floor and lose track of time. The app allows attendees to set reminders shortly before a session is about to start. These nudges can be the difference between getting a seat at a popular keynote and being stuck in the overflow room.

Connecting with Content and People

Activity Stream

The Activity Stream serves as the pulse of the event. It is a dedicated social feed where attendees can engage with one another by sharing photos, liking threads and posting comments. It’s an excellent way to gauge the mood of the show, see what is trending and discover cool exhibits that other attendees have found.

Session Sharing

Did you just attend a mind-blowing panel on AI? The app gives you the ability to share sessions. This feature is perfect for coordinating with colleagues who might be in a different venue or sharing insights with your team back at the office.

In-App Live Translation

Select sessions will have live audio translation available directly in the mobile app. This feature is designed to make CES sessions more accessible to a global audience, whether you're tuning into a keynote or diving into specialized tracks, you can be sure it’s accessible to you.

Finding the Right People

The app makes searching for specific content seamless. Session, Venue, Speaker and Exhibitor data is fully indexed and searchable.

• Attendee Connect: Attendees can share contact information easily via a secure QR code. This new feature in the 2026 app streamlines networking, ensuring that connecting with others is both safe and efficient.

• Speakers: You can link directly from a speaker's profile to their specific sessions, making it easy to follow thought leaders you admire.

• Favorites: Attendees can "favorite" presenters and exhibitors. These favorites are pinned to your sidebar menu for easy access, creating a personalized directory of the people and companies that matter most to your business goals.

Maximizing Your Booth Visits

With over 4,000 companies exhibiting, the "spray and pray" method of walking the floor is inefficient. The app provides tools specifically designed to streamline exhibitor discovery.

An A-Z list of Exhibitors is accessible directly from the side menu. Tapping on any exhibitor opens a detailed view containing their location, description and product categories. When combined with the wayfinding features, you can build a targeted "hit list" of companies to visit and generate the fastest route between them, saving you miles of unnecessary walking.

Download Your Digital Compass for CES Today

The Consumer Electronics Show is an investment of time, money and energy. To get a return on that investment, you need to be in the right place at the right time. The Eventbase-powered CES app is the tool that bridges the gap between the chaotic potential of the event and a curated, productive experience.

Don't wait until you are standing in the taxi line at the airport to get organized. Download the official CES mobile app today to start building your agenda, favoriting must-see exhibitors and familiarizing yourself with the 3D maps.

Download the CES App for iOS devices here.

Download the CES App for Android devices here.