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!
I am interested to see the new LG refrigerator
The security package would be a great awesome prize for me and my family.
Im excited for the Alienware computers.
I am really interested in having a Security Camera in my home.
I would love to have the pkg #3 as we are very interested in having an Air Purifier and Security Camera.
Looking forward to the Dell and Alienware computers.
AWESOME SECURITY STUFF
I have been looking into security cameras lately and keep reading about the Arlo security camera so I would be interested to try the Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera the most.
I’m most excited to see the new appliances. I need to buy a new fridge and washer and dryer this year but I’m waiting to see the new ones first.
I like them all.
I think it’s between the Smart Flow Air Purifier (allergies galore) and the Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera (we seem to be having a lot of vehicle break ins in my neighbourhood lately)…..Thanks for this fabulous chance to win, Best Buy! ♥️
Excited to see the new KASA products. So far all smart products I’ve purchased from this line have been amazing
I am most excited for the cleer crescent smart speaker! Would be a great addition for party hosting when I purchase a home.
Excited to see the 2021 Samsung Neo QLED TVs
i like all of them really
I found the article on the new TV technology most interesting. Because we’re doing our best to stay home, flatten the curve and keep our families safe, having a TV with the OLED technology would be great,so we can go back to enjoying movies with such clarity that we feel that we’re back in Cineplex watching our favs!
I am most excited to see mat Best Buy the Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera
The Kasa Smart Doorbell
I’m most interested in the Nest Video Doorbell, due to the need to have items delivered to home because of Covid19, having a video camera on those items is invaluable right now!
New tv would be awesome. Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K Infinity One Design TV
Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera, being able to see whats going on outside my door safely is really useful!
I’m most interested in items like the nest video doorbell. With the increase of porch pirates and others resorting to this type of activity, it’s good to have a little security.
The Kasa Smart Doorbell
Some of the new smart lighting stuff looks pretty interesting.
I’m most excited to see Best Buy offer the LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier.
The side by side fridge looks awesome and the 4k security camera system
I’m interested in smart lighting and smart thermostats.
a new BRAVIA XR television from Sony!
I was excited by both the QNED display televisions as well as the Razor Blade 15 laptop
Would like the The iRobot Roomba i3+
2021 Neo QLED 8K would be amazing!
More TP-Link smart home devices to expand my current set up
I’m struggling to keep up with cat hair! The iRobot Roomba i3+ seems like it would help a ton!
I’d like to win Package #4.
An 8K tv would just make my uear!
I’d love to win package 3!
I would love to try the 8k TV! Would love to watch with kids!
I would love to try the 8k TV because I want to replace our old Samsung TV which is more than 10 yrs old.
I’m most interested in the RoboVac L80 Laser Navigation Robotic Vacuum Cleaner from CES this year.
I would love to see the home security package.
I have indoor Lutron outlets, but outdoor smart outlets would be awesome for things like seasonal lighting and decor. Now we can turn on and off Christmas lights without having to bundle up!
Honestly hard to choose! If I had to choose one, I guess it would be the 8K TV. Bit anything would be great
There are so many wonderful products to choose from, but I really like the DCH-S1621KT Whole Home Smart Wi-Fi Water Sensor Kit. It could save us from major water damage issues. Thanks for the contest!
I would like to see the Samsung Bespoke refrigerators. So many features and the colours, the fridge looks just like a great piece of furniture.
I love the article on tv technology because the next tv we buy will be oled and we need to know about them! We currently have 4K but its not oled. Love oled because the pictures are unbelievable. Would love prize packet 1.
The iRobot Roomba i3+ would be a great addition to any household.
Either prize pack one or three.
I would love the Lutron Caséta Outdoor Smart Plug!
I like the Arlo touchless doorbell and hope to pick that up at Best Buy.
8k tv would be awesome
I’m about to move into my first house and the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell is especially interesting to me!
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