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 like the fact that TV’s are thinner and lighter!
The Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K TV and the Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera–a few wishes to have
I would love the Toucan 180 degree smart doorbell with a wireless chime so I would feel more secure in my neighborhood.
I’m most excited for the Wi-Fi 6E routers. I am a PC gamer, so upping my internet capabilities is ALWAYS a must! Can’t wait to see the possibilities!
Love the touch less video door bell…. safety first,
I am most excited for Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System. It has commercial grade and is wired for great security. Sounds amazing
Love to win!
the Touchless Video Doorbell so I can see who’s at the door and so I don’t miss any of my Amazon packages
I would love the Lutron Caséta Outdoor Smart Plug for Christmas decorations.
definitely Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat for sure.
The Touchless Video Doorbell would be a great way to see my amazon packages and see who’s at my door.
Being a gamer the The Alienware 25 gaming monitor wows me!
The head-to-toe display on the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell looks so cool!
Definitely the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell with it’s vertical automated view. So brillant!
All sound amazing, but our home could use that Smart Thermostat or Air Purifier. Spending most of our time indoors now, that would truly be a blessing
Great innovations but certainly the Touchless Video Doorbell to avoid missing parcels!
I would love an Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell. I have had a couple packages stolen because I didn’t know they were there so this would be perfect to alert me to deliveries and porch pirates.
The alienware gaming monitor
Samsung JetBot 90 AI+. I think that would be really cool! Robot with recognition system to help effective cleaning
Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K TV !
the new Lenovo Yoga AIO 7 seems like a cool way to work from home.
The Alienware 25 gaming monitor sounds incredible!
The VOCOlinc PureFlow Smart Air Purifier with HEPA Filter would be amazing for my son’s allegries
I’m pretty excited to see WiFi 6E because WiFi interference is such a big problem, but it’s too bad it’s not ready for use in Canada just yet… So for 2021 I’m looking forward to Mini-LED tech in TVs and monitors! It’s going to be an exciting step up from the current tech.
The JetBot 90 AI+ looks interesting
Samsung’s AI-powered appliances are the one I would like to see at the BestBuy
Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K TV – looks amazing
I am most interested in the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell.
LG side-by-side Instaview refrigerator
After moving into my new home, I’m always looking forward to making my home more tech friendly. That Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell is amazing!
I am interested in the Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System, too many shady things occurring in the neighbourhood lately.
The VOCOlinc PureFlow Smart Air Purifier with HEPA Filter would be great to have in your home since many of us are working from home and spending much more time indoors. Having peace of mind that the air in your home is being filtered would be one less thing to worry about these days.
The Toucan’s Smart Home – Wireless Security.
The spotlight security camera is something that my home needs right now.
Definitely the new TVs. The Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K in particular, but the LG as well
I am excited to see the Arlo touchless doorbell.
Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8k TV plus security camera
The Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K TV for sure! Will look absolutely beautiful.
Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera
I am most interested in the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell.
The Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K TV for sure! Will look absolutely beautiful.
Most excited about the Swann Floodlight Camera 🙂
LG InstaView range with air fry
I’m most excited to see the Samsung LSP9T ultra-short throw (UST) projector
LG Evo TV
Samsung’s 2021 Neo QLED 8K TV because my TV is dying
THE JetBot 90 AI+!!
Ding Dong….The doorbell for sure!!!
Arlo touchless video door bell
For a mom with 4 kids and a husband that stalks the refrigerator like it shops itself the LG InstaView for fridge and range has all my attention!!!!
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