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!
The Toucan Wire-free security cameras would be great. They are award winning and easy to use. This would give me some relief when away from home.
I’d love to see the LG insta view side by side door fridge. It looks great especially with kids
The Toucan Wireless Outdoor Cameras looks interesting for my patio deck.
I am most interested in the Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System.
I love the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell which gives users a head-to-toe view of their visitors, and it also allows them to see items on the doorstep like packages that have been delivered.
I love the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell which gives users a head-to-toe view of their visitors, and it also allows them to see items on the doorstep like packages that have been delivered.
I love the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell which gives users a head-to-toe view of their visitors, and it also allows them to see items on the doorstep like packages that have been delivered.
I would love the Arlo Touchless doorbell. Would make us more secure!
The Toucan Wireless Outdoor Cameras looks interesting for my patio deck.
I am interested in the TPlink Kasa Cam Outdoor with 24/7 Recording.
Samsungs Neo QLED TV is interesting. Just starting a reno for the basement and starting to research what tv I want for the family room.
I am definitely exited about the D-Link Whole Home Smart Wi-Fi Water Sensor Kit. With this little gadget i can be sure that they will be no leaks around the house when i am away.
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell is ideal in these crazy covid times. I am going touchless in as much as I can. Finally things are starting to match my love life
The Kasa Cam Outdoor with 24/7 Recording would be nice to have.
We need the Arlo Touchless doorbell to complete our new front door.
I love the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell
I’m suuupppperrrr excited about ARLO doorbell
The Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera would be great!!
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell would be a great addition to my house.
I love the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell which gives users a head-to-toe view of their visitors, and it also allows them to see items on the doorstep like packages that have been delivered.
Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System
TP-Link’s new Kasa Cam Outdoor with 24/7 Recording
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell looks like a great smart home product!
I’m interested in the new Samsung TV’s and the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell.
all new laptop models released will have Wi-Fi 6
The ‘Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell’ sounds cool!
The Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Plug, would be awesome for our seasonal outdoor inflatables
UV-C series of robots from UBTech This sounds like the perfect thing to have these days.
RoboVac L80 Laser Navigation Robotic Vacuum Cleaner
The new Mini LED TV technology from LG is almost surprising. Is it really possible to improve the image to fool the human eye. I think the next logical step should be a real 3D picture.
JetBot 90 AI+ (a robot vacuum with Object Recognition Technology) Great way to help keep the house clean
UV-C series of robots from UBTech This sounds like the perfect thing to have these days.
The TCL XL Collection!
I think time will tell regarding the durability so it may be risky right out of the gate but I am super excited to try out the roll-able phone which LG is developing.
Cell galaxy s21 !!!
Samsung’s LSP9T Premiere ultra-short throw (UST) projector sounds very interesting
I’m definitively excited to see the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell
I’m excited to see the Jetbot 90 AI+ Robotic Vacuum in stores! Anything that can clean my house while I take a nap please!
LG QNED Mini LED technology looks interesting 🙂 Thanks!
The Targus UV-C LED disinfection light is really interesting. I love seeing these products and technology – especially with the current pandemic.
Arlo, the home security, the Essential Indoor Camera with privacy shutter and the touchless video doorbell. I am most excited to see at Best Buy this year. Thank you
Most excited for the AMD’s Ryzen 5000 series laptops
The 2021 Neo QLED 8K interest me the most.
I am definitely looking forward to Samsung’s 2021 Neo QLED 8K! These are exciting times.
Definitely the LG TV lineup! Pushing through with LCD innovation all the way
I’m excited to see the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell
The new Samsung Tvs….. Neo QLED 8K cant wait
The Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System really stood out to me, because it is always important to stay safe, and make sure that the house is protected
Excited about the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell
SO many great announcements. Couple that I am super excited about are the new computers from Alienware. I need a new gaming laptop! I am also pretty excited about Otter Box getting into the gaming accessories market. That is pretty cool.
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