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 would like the KASA smart doorbell.
Can’t wait to see Samsung’s 2021 Neo QLED 8K in the store. 8K!!
I love the Go Sun Flo portable water filter the best.
I love the Arlo touchless video doorbell the most, but I do really like all the products.
The new Touchless doorbell from Arlo. This seems much needed especially for deliveries during the pandemic!
I really like the Swann Wired Enforcer™ 4K Security System. I find that interesting.
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell!! 🙂
The Swann Wired Enforcer 4K Security System.
Samsungs 2021 Neo QLED 8K
i’d love to try the One new small appliance the Cuisinart Complete Chef food processor will prep and cook your food in one stainless steel bowl. You can chop, dice, and slice just like you would with any food processor, and when you’re ready you can touch one of the automatic cook programs to steam, slow cook, saute, or puree your dish right in the bowl. The appliance ranges in temperature from 90 to 270 degrees F, and it has 200 built in recipes you can try
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell.
I’m most excited for the JetBot 90 AI+ robotic vacuum! I love that it will not only clean my house while I’m out but it will also keep an eye on my dog! Love that.
Awesome prizes
Samsungs 2021 Neo QLED 8K
I like the GoSun Flow portable solar-powered water purifier and sanitation system for portable clean water.
But have also looked at new cell phone tech.
Love the 2021 Neo QLED 8K be awesome
Smart thermostat, sounds great but I think I’m more intrigued by the article talking about foldable smartphones. My iPhone 6 has developed some issues, so I thinking this you tech looks great.
The Dell UltraSharp 40 Curved WUHD monitor looks like quite the monitor for productivity!
Samsungs 2021 Neo QLED 8K
Announced at CES 2021 The ever-popular craft ice is available to dispense on the LG Side-By-Side, and there are two other types of ice you can create too. Staying germ-free is important too, and LG has built their advanced cleaning technology into the fridge’s water dispenser. I just thought this was fun.
Galaxy S21 Smartphone would be my choice.
That’s a tough one but I like the Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera for home security
The Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera would be my top pick!
The portable sanitizers would be useful these days but I like the solar water purifier for the days when I can go camping again.
The Swann security system, looking to upgrade our ancient one at home
The touchless door video
I am looking to upgrade my tv this year so the 2021 Neo QLED 8K really looks like the one I should go for.
I’m most excited for the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell!
I’m definitely most interested in the security camera and monitoring systems. The Swann Wired Enforcer Security System looks amazing! The six camera system is not only wired-in for greater reliability and peace of mind, but it’s also commercial-grade, With recent thefts on the rise, I am definitely looking into this right now
I would really appreciate the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell.
My favorite and first choice would be the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell.
I like the looks of the Swann Wired Enforcer 4K Security System
The Arlo touchless video doorbell is what excites me the most
the one that most interests me is the DCH-S1621KT Whole Home Smart Wi-Fi Water Sensor Kit which would provide peace of mind
I’d love the Swann security system! My home doesn’t currently have one and it would be a great addition for my peace of mind!
The Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell—with Covid 19 here it is good to know who is at your door.
the Arlo touchless door bell yes
All the items look great but I think the Arlo Essential Spotlight Security Camera would be interest me the most.
I am interested in a wireless doorbell and the Arlo touchless looks ideal.
The Cuisinart Complete Chef food processor would interest me as I’m always looking to cut down mess in the kitchen. This would mean only one bowl to clean in prep.
I’d like the Galaxy S21 smartphone as my phone is getting old.
I’m looking forward to LG’s new OLED Evo TV — looks like it has amazing picture quality.
I am most excited to see the Razor Project Hazel Mask at Best Buy this year.
Excited about the Arlo touchless video doorbell
Swann Wired Enforcer 4K Security System
Sounds awesome, with crime going up in the area that I live, the added security would ease my mind, when at work. Thank you so many great items.
I love the information on the Arlo Video Doorbell.
I am excited to see Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell
Galaxy S21 Smartphone
I like the Arlo Touchless Video Doorbell. The view is vertical and you can see all the person and packages at the door.
I am most excited to see the Targus UV-C LED disinfection light.
I’m generally interested in a smart home security system like the Toucan’s Wire Free Security Cameras at CES. Good luck everyone!!
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