Each year in January there are many new smart home technologies announced at the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES). This year was no exception! During the 4-day digital event, the technology gurus from global brands showcased cutting-edge innovations designed to transform our lives. We too were virtually present to capture every moment at this year’s virtual tech show, including the smart home tech announced at CES. From security monitoring, smart lighting, and entertainment, to the latest and greatest appliances, we covered all the smart home innovations shown at CES 2021 on the blog. To celebrate the new year, we are giving away a huge selection of smart home devices that we previously wrote about on the blog. Read on to learn about some of my favorite CES announcements, then learn how to enter the contest.
The best tech at CES 2021
From smart lights, security cameras, touch-free doorbells, and smart locks, to magic remote for the TV, camera-equipped robot vacuums, and ice-cream makers, we saw a variety of new devices to make your life a little easier and more enjoyable. Let’s have a look at some of the best from CES:
Smart Lighting and Speakers
Home Security and Monitoring
TP-Link introduced six new smart home products to become available throughout 2021. D-Link announced multiple new products at this year’s CES. The one that grabbed the most attention was the D-Link Whole Home Smart Wi-Fi Water Sensor Kit. Arlo, the home security brand, highlighted two products—the Essential Indoor Camera with privacy shutter and the Touchless Video Doorbell. For a detailed overview of the products announced, read the latest and greatest smart home tech announced at CES 2021 article on the blog.
TV Technology
Samsung, Sony, and TCL all had impressive TV announcements, making TVs thinner, lighter, and more similar to integrated video portals, but LG announced an optimized OLED element that will serve up brighter and even more colour-accurate for its 2021 model OLED TVs. Check out the latest and greatest TV tech announced at CES 2021 on the blog.
Computer Tech
It took a pandemic to switch many people to remote working and learning mode, and computer tech has become the top category now more than ever. For announcements by leading manufacturers like Dell and Alienware, ASUS, Acer, and Intel, be sure to read the Computer Tech coverage by Brad Moon.
Home Appliances
LG announced so many great new appliances, including the InstaView fridge, InstaView Cooking Range, Air Purifier, Vacuum, and Wash Tower. Take a look at our coverage for LG appliances and other big brands. Here’s a look at Samsung’s AI-powered appliances announced at CES 2021. When it comes to appliances, it’s all about space, convenience, and functionality. Explore the latest and greatest appliances announced at CES 2021.
Health and Wearables
Staying healthy has become more of a focus for families this year. Health tech devices can help by promoting physical and mental wellness and by preventing the spread of germs. Read about some of the newest innovations in health and wearables.
Smartphones
LG kicked off CES 2021 on Monday by teasing a rollable smartphone—really? I wonder when foldable phones will become the hottest thing in mobile tech. The company is expected to release the device later this year.
Every year lots of new technologies are announced at CES, and some of them arrive at Best Buy later that year. Last year we reviewed many of the best devices of the year. Now we have assembled four collections from the samples that arrived to the blog and created these smart home prize packages.
How to enter
Entering this contest is easy, and you can enter only once below this article. First, read the CES articles for the products that most interest you. Then, in a comment, tell us which new tech announced at CES 2021 are you most excited to see at Best Buy this year?
What you can win
At the end of this contest, we will randomly choose four (4) people to win one of the following smart home tech prize packs from Best Buy. Note that some of these items were sent to bloggers for an honest review.
PRIZE PACK 1 |
Philips Hue Ascend Wall Light |
Philips Hue Ascend Pendant Light |
Philips Hue Enchant Pendant Smart Light |
uHoo Smart Sensor |
Swann Floodlight Camera |
Honeywell T9 Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat |
Honeywell Wi-Fi Smart Room Sensor for T9 Thermostat |
PRIZE PACK 2 |
uHoo Smart Sensor |
Amazon Echo Auto |
Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera |
Sengled LED Light Bulbs |
Sengled Smart LED and Switch |
Sengled Smart LED Light Strip |
Honeywell Programmable Smart Thermostat |
PRIZE PACK 3 |
Airthings House Kit |
VOCOlinc PureFlow Smart Air Purifier with HEPA Filter |
Amazon Echo Show 5 |
Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera |
Circle Home Plus |
LUX Kono Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat |
PRIZE PACK 4 |
Insignia 18-Gallon Dual Automatic Trash Can |
Dlink Camera |
Circle Home Plus |
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock |
Onelink Smoke Detector |
This contest runs from Jan 22nd until Feb 5th.
Remember, you can enter only once below this contest article. But I’m sure you have family members and friends who would love to learn about the latest technology to upgrade their homes. Share the contest with them so they too have the chance to win.
Win a smart home prize pack Rules and Regulations
Good Luck!
Now that I’m working from home: Dell Videoconferencing Monitor with a 34-inch with a curved panel.
TCL has a new wireless sound bar that would be ideal.
Arlo touchless video doorbell!
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell looks really interesting.
appliances are what I need
LG InstaView for fridge and range are very interesting!
The one that most interests me is the DCH-S1621KT Whole Home Smart Wi-Fi Water Sensor Kit. This could save a lot of time, money and headache. What a great idea!
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell interests me.
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell looks really interesting.
Very interested in the Arlo Touchless Doorbell. Seems pretty cool!
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell looks really interesting.
Very interested in the Arlo Touchless Doorbell. Seems pretty cool!
The washer tower. The swann enforcer seems very interesting.
I am most interested in the PureFlow Smart Air Purifier.
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell looks really interesting.
The Arlo Video Doorbell looks like a great product.
The Samsung Galaxy S21
The touchless doorbell!
I am most interested in the PureFlow Smart Air Purifier.
I’m most excited about the Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K television.
I would have to say I’m most excited and interested to see the Swann Wired Enforcer Security System! 😛
GoSun Flow portable solar-powered water purifier looks pretty cool for camping.
Samsung’s Neo QLED 8K
I am really very interested in expanding on the preliminary smart home I have started building. A lot of pieces that I need to add to the mix, and high on my list are doorbells, so I really like the sound of the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell. Outside the smart home environment, a lot of the wearables announced at CES are drool worthy too!
Arlo Touchless Doorbell. Security is next on my list for our home
I am most interested in the TP-Link Kasa Cam Outdoor with 24/7 Recording.
I’m most excited about the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G for gaming!
I love the easy view fridges put out by LG. Such a simple idea to reduce the time you’re spending with the fridge door open!
I’m most impressed by the new Arlo touchless video doorbell. With a 180-degree field of view, full HD video, and an optimized 1:1 aspect ratio, this blows all others away!
the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell for me
Interested in the Arlo video doorbell.
Interested because we need some home security here. Love the thought of being able to see the front step and entrance.
Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell
Excited to see the the Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System.
I would love the wireless video doorbell.
Lenovo AIO 7 would be a great addition.
Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K tv would be great
I am looking forward to the LG CordZeroThinQ A9 Kompressor stick vacuum.
It changes from a vacuum to a mop so for someone (me) who does most of the housework, this sounds like something that would make the weekly chores much easier.
Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell
I am most excited to see the health and wearables products, particularly the sanitizing and air purifying devices.
Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K tv sounds exciting !!!!
I am most excited for the Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System!
I’m excited about the New Lutron Caséta Outdoor Smart Plug . Great Contest
I am super excited to see the new Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K tv! Sleek!
Love to see the wireless video doorbell.
I’m interested in the home security pack, esp video doorbell and lights system. Wanted to get something over the holidays but it never happened.
I am most excited for Sony’s new 8K TVs that are “the world’s first cognitive intelligence televisions”.
The new LG oven has my attention.
I checked out the LG home appliances and that cusinart home chef food processor and cooker is a dream!! It’s on my list of things to check out! I’m also interested in the led lights!
The video doorbell
I am certainly going to look into the PureFlow Smart Air Purifier.
The “Lutron Caséta Outdoor Smart Plug” is a cool new product perfect for christmas lights, block heaters etc.
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