Smart Home Revolution Gains Momentum at CES 2026

A giant version of Lockin’s wirelessly charged V7 smart lock was a showstopper on the CES show floor. The Smart Home category at CES 2026 featured an array of innovative gadgets, with Aqara’s Smart Lock U400 and Roborock’s Saros Rover robot vacuum emerging as top picks for their impressive features and user-friendly designs. The growing demand for smart home products led to a surge in new releases across various categories. Several major trends were evident at the event, including advancements in popular smart home staples such as smart lighting, smart locks, security cameras, and even TVs. These developments aimed to improve overall consumer experience by incorporating more intuitive features and affordable pricing. The anticipated impact of Matter, an interoperability protocol designed to simplify platform integration, was also palpable at CES 2026. By streamlining compatibility across multiple platforms, manufacturers can now focus on enhancing product offerings rather than investing time and resources into integrating with various systems.