Synaptics Showcases Edge AI Innovations at CES 2026

Rhea-AI Summary

Synaptics (Nasdaq: SYNA) will showcase Edge AI, sensing, and wireless technologies at CES 2026. Demonstrations in Synaptics' private suite at the Venetian Hotel will feature Astra AI-native SoCs, Veros wireless solutions, and multimodal sensing across smart home, robotics/industrial automation, and personal devices.

Highlights include on-device voice, gesture, and motion processing for privacy and low latency, long-range low-latency connectivity, and integrated demos for predictive maintenance, safety monitoring, and immersive human-device interaction. Media appointments via synaptics@publitek.com.

Market Reality Check

$73.84 Last Close

Volume Volume 646,676 is above the 20-day average of 519,211, indicating elevated interest ahead of CES 2026. normal

Technical Shares at $73.77 are trading above the 200-day MA of $65.18, despite a recent pullback from the $89.81 52-week high.

Peers on Argus

SYNA fell 2.56% with peers SIMO, DIOD, POWI, VSH, and SLAB also down (moves from -0.02% to -1.59%), suggesting today’s weakness reflects a broader semiconductor pullback rather than this CES-focused AI news alone.

Historical Context

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Nov 25	Investor conferences	Neutral	+1.6%	Management highlighted upcoming December 2025 investor conference participation and webcast access.
Nov 14	Investor conference	Neutral	-1.6%	Company announced Wells Fargo TMT Summit appearance and webcast availability for investors.
Nov 12	Partnership announcement	Positive	-0.5%	Strategic engagement with Qualcomm to integrate touch and fingerprint tech for OLED devices.
Nov 06	Earnings results	Positive	-2.2%	Q1 FY26 revenue growth and strong Core IoT sales with new Astra GenAI processor launch.
Oct 16	Earnings date notice	Neutral	+0.4%	Scheduled Q1 FY26 earnings release and investor call details for November 6, 2025.

Pattern Detected

Positive strategic and earnings updates have sometimes seen negative next-day moves, while neutral conference notices show mixed, modest reactions.

Recent Company History

Over the last few months, Synaptics has combined financial progress with an expanding Edge AI roadmap. Q1 FY26 results on Nov 6, 2025 showed revenue of $292.5M and strong Core IoT growth but were followed by a -2.22% move. A strategic Qualcomm partnership on Nov 12, 2025 also saw a slight decline. In contrast, several neutral conference-participation announcements produced small, mixed reactions. Today’s CES 2026 Edge AI showcase continues the theme of highlighting Astra and multimodal capabilities to customers and partners.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights Synaptics’ Edge AI strategy by showcasing Astra AI-native SoCs, Veros wireless, and multimodal sensing at CES 2026 across smart home, industrial, and personal devices. Historically, AI-tagged news produced average moves of 3.79%, with mixed direction, indicating that product demos alone have driven varied reactions. Investors may focus on how these demonstrations convert into design wins and whether future financial updates show continued Core IoT momentum and contribution from the expanding AI portfolio.

Key Terms

edge ai technical

"These solutions demonstrate how intelligence at the Edge transforms real-world applications"

Edge AI refers to artificial intelligence systems that process data directly on local devices or nearby servers rather than sending information to distant data centers. This allows for faster decision-making and real-time responses, similar to how a home security camera can instantly detect motion without needing to connect to a remote server. For investors, edge AI represents a growing trend toward more efficient, responsive technology that can create new opportunities across various industries.

ai-native processing technical

"showcase a broad portfolio of AI-native processing, sensing, and connectivity technologies"

AI-native processing describes computer systems, software and workflows designed from the ground up to run artificial intelligence models and data streams rather than adapting older, non-AI systems. For investors it signals potentially faster insights, lower operational costs and easier scaling—like a kitchen built for a specific cuisine rather than retrofitted—so companies using AI-native processing may gain speed and efficiency advantages that affect margins and growth potential.

multimodal sensing technical

"leading multimodal sensing work together to enable real-world devices"

Multimodal sensing is the use of two or more different types of sensors or data streams—such as cameras, microphones, chemical detectors, or physiological monitors—together to detect and interpret events or conditions more reliably than any single sensor could. For investors it matters because combining modes typically improves product accuracy, reduces false alarms, and creates higher barriers to entry and regulatory robustness, much like using sight and hearing together gives a clearer picture than relying on one sense alone.

on-device inferencing technical

"On-device inferencing is well-suited for predictive maintenance and safety monitoring"

On-device inferencing runs artificial intelligence models directly on a user's device (phone, sensor, camera, or computer) so the device makes predictions or decisions locally instead of sending data to remote servers. Like a car with an onboard navigation computer rather than calling a dispatch center, it reduces delay, improves privacy and compliance, cuts ongoing cloud costs, and can enable new offline features—factors that influence demand for chips, software licensing, and services revenue.

biometric technical

"Sensing portfolio—including touch, biometric, vision, and display innovations— demonstrates"

Biometric describes measurements of unique physical or behavioral traits—like fingerprints, face shape, voice, or the way someone types—used to identify or verify a person. For investors, biometrics matter because they underpin products and services that promise stronger security or convenience, create new market opportunities, and raise regulatory and privacy risks that can affect a company’s costs, customer trust, and long-term value.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Featuring Synaptics Astra™, Veros™, and Multimodal Sensing

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Synaptics^® Incorporated (Nasdaq: SYNA) today announced that it will showcase a broad portfolio of AI-native processing, sensing, and connectivity technologies at CES 2026. These solutions demonstrate how intelligence at the Edge transforms real-world applications across consumer, industrial, smart home, and enterprise markets.

As global demand grows for devices that can interpret their environment, make context-aware decisions, and deliver seamless user experiences, Synaptics is raising the bar for what’s possible for Edge AI and Analog Mixed Signal solutions across a diverse range of applications.

Powering the Next Generation of Smart, Immersive Devices
At Synaptics’ private suite at the Venetian Hotel, demonstrations will showcase how Astra AI-native SoCs, Veros™ advanced wireless solutions, and their leading multimodal sensing work together to enable real-world devices with new levels of perception, performance, and efficiency.

Visitors will experience application-focused demonstrations including:

Smart Home & Living: Context-Aware Automation
The Synaptics Astra™ line of AI-native SoCs allow devices to locally process voice, gesture, and motion, — improving responsiveness and privacy, while reducing cloud dependence. Their Veros wireless solutions are designed to extend these capabilities with long-range, low-latency, and reliable connectivity for wider, dependable coverage.

Robotics & Industrial Automation: Real-Time Intelligence at the Edge
This integrated demonstration unifies Synaptics’ Astra processors, Veros connectivity, and Touch Sensing solutions into a single robotic application suitable for consumer and industrial markets. On-device inferencing is well-suited for predictive maintenance and safety monitoring, and when combined with Veros’ robust connectivity capabilities, enables faster decisions, reduced downtime, and greater operational efficiency.

Personal Devices & Computing: More Intuitive Human Interaction
Synaptics’ Sensing portfolio—including touch, biometric, vision, and display innovations— demonstrates how processing multimodal analog inputs backed by Edge AI creates more personalized, secure, and immersive user experiences across PCs, mobile devices, wearables, and home electronics.

Experience Synaptics at CES 2026
Synaptics will host hands-on, immersive experience technology demonstrations that show how customers and partners can unlock new capabilities for:

• Smart home automation
• Industrial and robotic intelligence
• Consumer devices and wearables
• Audio, vision, and multimodal sensing
• High-efficiency, long-range wireless connectivity
  
  

Visit Synaptics' private suite at the Venetian Hotel, Level 2 Exhibitor Suites, Bellini Ballroom #2105 and #2106, to experience the full lineup of interactive demonstrations for Edge AI, wireless, audio, touch, biometrics, PC, mobile, and automotive. For media appointments, email synaptics@publitek.com.

About Synaptics Incorporated
Synaptics (Nasdaq: SYNA) is driving innovation in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As a go-to partner for forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra™ AI-Native embedded compute, Veros™ wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. We’re making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play. Follow Synaptics on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook, or visit www.synaptics.com. 

Synaptics and the Synaptics logo are trademarks of Synaptics in the United States and/or other countries. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that are not historical facts but rather forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to, statements regarding statements regarding the expected performance, capabilities, features, and potential benefits of Synaptics’ technologies, products, and demonstrations, as well as anticipated customer and market opportunities. Such forward-looking statements may include words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “believe,” “estimate,” “plan,” “target,” “strategy,” “continue,” “may,” "commit," “will,” “should,” variations of such words, or other words and terms of similar meaning. All forward-looking statements are based upon the company’s current expectations or various assumptions. The company’s expectations and assumptions are expressed in good faith, and the company believes there is a reasonable basis for them. However, there can be no assurance that such forward-looking statements will materialize or prove to be correct as forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or anticipated. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, changes in market demand, technological challenges, competitive products, global economic conditions, and other risks discussed in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K. The Company cautions readers not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Synaptics undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made, except as required by law.

For further information, please contact:
Media Contacts
Neeta Shenoy
Synaptics Incorporated
neeta.shenoy@synaptics.com

Becca Wirta
Account Director
Publitek Ltd.
becca.wirta@publitek.com

FAQ

When and where will Synaptics (SYNA) present its CES 2026 Edge AI demonstrations?

Synaptics will host demonstrations on Dec. 2025 at CES 2026 from its private suite at the Venetian Hotel, Level 2 Exhibitor Suites, Bellini Ballroom #2105 and #2106.

What Synaptics technologies will be showcased at CES 2026 and what do they do?

Synaptics will showcase Astra AI-native SoCs for on-device voice/gesture/motion processing, Veros wireless for long-range low-latency connectivity, and multimodal sensing for touch, biometric, and vision.

How will Synaptics' Astra SoCs and Veros connectivity affect smart home devices (SYNA)?

Astra SoCs enable local voice/gesture/motion inferencing for faster response and privacy, while Veros provides long-range, low-latency connectivity for broader, reliable coverage.

Will Synaptics demonstrate industrial or robotics use cases at CES 2026 (SYNA)?

Yes; integrated demos will combine Astra processors, Veros connectivity, and touch sensing for robotics and industrial automation focused on predictive maintenance, safety monitoring, and reduced downtime.

Can investors or media arrange meetings with Synaptics at CES 2026?

Media appointments are available by emailing synaptics@publitek.com as provided for CES 2026.