The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is wrapping up, showcasing a range of notable advancements in smart home technology and security systems, though not all may reach the market soon.
Among the standout displays was a robotic mower concept that harvests fruit and tosses balls for dogs, which generated significant buzz but seems unlikely to become a commercial product.
More feasible options included a light-powered smart lock and versatile Ring sensors that integrate with Amazon's expanding Sidewalk community network for broader connectivity.
For those seeking brighter indoor spaces without the hassle of installation, Govee introduced the Sky Ceiling Light, a fixture that simulates natural sunlight. It features 180 RGBICWW LEDs with specialized gradient lighting, delivering up to 5,000 lumens at 6,500 Kelvin. An AI-driven DaySync mode automatically adjusts the light's warmth based on the time of day. — Ben Patterson, Senior Writer
Read more: Govee’s smart ceiling light doubles as a virtual sky light
LG has revived its Wallpaper OLED TV series after a seven-year hiatus, with the Evo W6 model featuring a clever design twist. Although earlier versions like the W7, W8, and W9 were slimmer at 2.57 to 3.8 mm thick compared to the W6's about 9 mm, the new set offloads most electronics to a separate wireless hub. This hub sends 4K video and uncompressed audio to the panel, requiring only a single power cord for the display.
This setup allows the LG Evo W6 to mount nearly flat against a wall, fulfilling the Wallpaper concept more effectively. — Ben Patterson, Senior Writer
Read more: LG’s Evo W6 Wallpaper TV is thin and wireless to win
Availability: Later in Q1 2026 Pricing: TBD
Mammotion, renowned for robotic mowers, entered the pool cleaning sector with the Spino S1 Pro, which autonomously exits the water for recharging. The device pairs with a deck-mounted dock equipped with mechanical arms to lift the cleaner out of the pool and onto the charging station. To address poor underwater Wi-Fi, the AutoShoreCharge system incorporates a submerged wireless connection to guide the robot back when power is low. — Michael Brown, Executive Editor
Read more: Mammotion’s Spino S1 Pro robotic pool cleaner lifts itself out of the water
Availability: U.S. launch slated for August Price: TBD
The Lockin V7 Max smart lock stood out due to its mortise design, uncommon compared to typical deadbolts, and its unique power source: light waves. A wall-plugged transmitter converts outlet electricity into light-based energy, directing it to a receiver on the lock's interior plate to charge the battery. The transmitter needs a direct 13-foot line of sight, and brief interruptions from people or open doors won't significantly affect charging. Like other mortise locks, it demands professional setup.
This innovative approach earned the Lockin V7 Max a CES 2026 Innovation Award. — Ben Patterson, Senior Writer
Read more: The Lockin V7 Max smart lock is powered by light waves
Availability: Still in development Price: TBD
Certain CES exhibits are purely visionary and may never materialize, such as NexLawn's Master X concept alongside its standard Navia 6000 AWD mower. The Master X includes a deployable arm extending almost a meter with swappable attachments for tasks like gathering debris into an onboard bucket, harvesting fruit, watering plants via a can, and even playing fetch with pets.
While intriguing, the Master X remains a prototype, unlikely to appear in retail outlets like Home Depot shortly. — Ben Patterson, Senior Writer
Read more: NexLawn’s concept robot mower can water plants and play fetch
Amazon's Sidewalk network, which uses nearby Echo and Ring devices to extend connectivity for low-power gadgets beyond Wi-Fi limits, had faded from recent attention until Ring unveiled over a dozen new compatible items. These include sensors for doors, windows, motion, leaks, and more, plus light switches, plugs, and even a GPS-enabled car alarm.
Availability: March Price: $29.99 to $69.99, depending on the device
These can be positioned almost anywhere locally if near a Sidewalk network, which covers most areas. — Ben Patterson, Senior Writer
Read more: Ring goes big with sensors powered by Amazon’s Sidewalk
Displace TV's wireless, battery-operated OLED displays attach to walls via suction without drilling, and the new Displace Hub extends this to conventional flat-screens from 55 to 100 inches weighing up to 150 pounds. It incorporates an Intel N-150 processor, 16 GB RAM, and 128 GB storage for on-device AI to boost privacy.
In case of suction failure, an integrated airbag mechanism gently lowers the TV to avoid damage. — Michael Brown, Executive Editor
Read more: Displace Wireless Pro 2 TVs will feature local AI to enhance privacy
The Ulticam HaLow security camera system targets remote monitoring using the 802.11ah Wi-Fi standard, which penetrates walls and reaches up to 1.5 miles via sub-1.5 GHz bands.
This enables surveillance of outbuildings, barns, lots, or warehouses beyond standard Wi-Fi scope. The kit includes a hub for up to four cameras, with Xthing’s tech enabling local detection of people and vehicles. — Ben Patterson, Senior Writer
Read more: AI-powered Xthings Ulticam security cam series gains a HaLow model
Xthings revealed several smart locks, but the Ultraloq Bolt Sense captured interest with palm vein and facial biometrics in a compact form—though initial images overstated its smallness. It identifies authorized palms or faces in 0.5 seconds and can auto-unlock accordingly.
Additional features include a PIN keypad and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, with upcoming Matter compatibility for integration with Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and Home Assistant. — Michael Brown, Executive Editor
Read more: Xthings Ultraloq smart lock line gains UWB, biometrics, Z-Wave LR
Availability: Some models available for pre-order now Pricing: TBD, will vary according to screen size
Micro RGB TV tech advances LCD displays by employing direct red, green, and blue LED backlighting, eliminating color filters used in standard models. It bridges mini-LED affordability and costly micro-LED self-emissive pixels like OLED.
Samsung plans to release eight models across two Micro RGB lines: the premium R95H in 65-, 75-, 85-, and 130-inch sizes, and the R85H in 85-, 98-, and 100-inch variants. — Michael Brown, Executive Editor
Read more: Samsung goes all in on Micro RGB TVs at CES 2026
Smart gadgets typically rely on external speakers for voice commands, but standalone AI integration is rising, as seen last year with lights featuring onboard mics.
IAI Smart's Emerson appliance series—encompassing tower fans, heaters, air fryers, and plugs—includes offline SmartVoice assistants, eliminating privacy risks, Wi-Fi needs, or cloud dependencies. — Ben Patterson, Senior Writer
Read more: These appliances don’t depend on smart speakers for voice control
Availability: Now available for pre-order Price: $4,250
Robotic pool cleaners manage maintenance but often require manual debris removal; Beatbot's AquaSense X addresses this with the AstroRinse station.
After use, placing the robot on the dock charges it, ejects debris into a 23-liter bin with a two-month bag capacity (for twice-weekly cycles), and rinses the filter. An ideal evolution might merge this with self-retrieval tech like Mammotion's. — Michael Brown, Executive Editor
Read more: Beatbot looks to raise the bar for robotic pool cleaners—again
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Update: This article was updated the evening after publication with a new vendor-provided photo of the Ultraloq Sense smart lock, which shows that it’s not quite as small as we had previously been led to believe.