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!
Arlo touchless video door loos really cool!
The roomba i3+ is ideal for my home
I really need a iRobot
The iRobot Roomba i3+ is the hero my hardwood has been waiting for!
I like package 1 with the smartlight camera
the VOCOlinc PureFlow Smart Air Purifier from prize pack 3
Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System – Could use this for my house.
Pack 3for sure
The new tech I am most excited for is the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell.
i like the iRobot Roomba i3+
I would be most excited about the iRobot Roomba i3+ for my bare floors.
The Kasa Cam Outdoor with 24/7 recording interests me. No so much for porch bandits (although for that, too), but to see what wildlife visits during the night.
I like the Samsung 2021 Neo QLED 8K TV.
I’m interested in that samsung Premiere ultra-short throw projector
I am most excited about the new cabinets from Arcade1Up, especially X-Men and Dragon’s Lair!
Neo QLED TV, Micro LED TV and new even thinner version of the popular Frame TV
TP Link and products are very interesting and would love these.
TP Link would be the option I like,.
LG OLED TV
iRobot Roomba i3+
All are fabulous. A
Galaxy S21 smartphone would be amazing
I must say dell videoconferencing monitors! Working from home has its own pros and cons, and being always on meeting and using multiple screens, you can go wrong with a big screen suitable for meetings!
iRobot Roomba i3+! i am sooo tired of sweeping kitty hairs lol
Jetbot AI robots are cool
iRobot Roomba i3+
Prize pack 3
Prize pack 2
I robot roomba
LG PuriCare line , great new tech
Reimagined LG side-by-side Instaview refrigerator, time to upgrade the old fridge
any from Home Security and Monitoring is most needed
I most definitely would be in LOVE with the
iRobot Roomba i3+ ! I think everyone needs one in their home.
Would love to blog about this!
I am most excited to see the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell
The iRobot Roomba i3+ would be amazing since my Yorkie is not very efficient at barcumming the floor crumbs.
iRobot Roomba i3+ for sure!
Wow. I am rather behind I guess – I was excited at the prospect of a blue fridge. For smart features I would appreciate over time…for the light weight and battery I like the ChromeBook Spin 514! Regular ChromeBooks are heavy and hard to lug about. The 180 degree wide field of view with the Toucan smart bell is fantastic as the one we have now has too narrow of a view.
I’m most excited to see the TP Link and Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System at Best Buy this year.
I think the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell is amazing!
I’m most excited by the iRobot Roomba i3+
Oh the dimmer switch would be amazing!
Galaxy S21 smartphone
Soundcore liberty air 2 pro
Roomba i3+ would be awesome, kids keep feeding the floor
Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell
I am most excited for the Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Dimmer Switch, because of my sensitivity to light. This switch can be activated by motion or an ambient light sensor, and by other smart methods. I think it’s brilliant! 🙂
The Cuisinart Complete Chef food processor sounds awesome!
iRobot Roomba i3+
iRobot Roomba i3+
health & wearables
LG InstaView
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