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CES 2021 Audience Choice Awards

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Which piece of tech wowed you the most at CES 2021? Come and tell us! Our editorial staff has always selected the Top Tech of CES, but this year we’re introducing a new award: Audience Choice. Whenever you spot the Audience Choice poll on a piece of CES coverage, you can vote to nominate the subject of the article for an award. Which company will take it home? We’ll be tallying the votes and announcing winners on Wednesday, January 14. 

Audience Choice Awards: Top Tech of CES 2021

By Digital Trends Staff
Audience Choice Awards
Computing
Eligible Products
This excellent Lenovo laptop makes the Dell XPS 14 look overpriced
Lenovo Yoga 9i Gen 9 front angled view showing display and keyboard.
The war between PC and console is about to heat up again
Intel NUC 12 Enthusiast sitting on a desk.
9 best 2-in-1 laptops in 2024: tested and reviewed
The back of the Surface Pro 9, with the kickstand pulled out.
HP launches a new gaming laptop and HyperX accessories
hp omen 17 2024 launch 4
We might have an answer to Intel’s crashing crisis
Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.
How to search ChatGPT conversations
A laptop screen shows the home page for ChatGPT, OpenAI's artificial intelligence chatbot.
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 completely challenged my expectations
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 playing an OLED demo.
Is this Razer’s Steam Deck killer?
The Razer Kishi Ultra sitting on a table.
AMD Zen 5: Everything we know about AMD’s next-gen CPUs
The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G APU installed in a motherboard.
AMD’s next-gen CPUs are much closer than we thought
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D held between fingertips.
It’s time to stop believing these PC building myths
Hyte's Thicc Q60 all-in-one liquid cooler.
The 5 best laptops for accountants in 2024
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro 360 top down tablet view with pen.
The best 5K monitors you can buy for max resolution
A person using the Dell UltraSharp 40 U4025QW 40-inch curved Thunderbolt hub monitor with a Dell laptop on a desk.
9 best processors for PC gaming: tested and reviewed
The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D installed in a motherboard.
These 4K monitors are discounted at Best Buy — from $200
The Sony InZone M9 sitting next to a PlayStation 5.
The XPS 16 is fighting an uphill battle against the MacBook Pro
Dell XPS 16 sitting on desktop with flowers.
These 6 tweaks take MacBooks from great to nearly perfect
The MacBook Air on a white table.
My most anticipated laptop of the year just got leaked
Foz Do Arelho, Portugal, February 27, 2020 - Laptop, Camera, Pad and phone on a bench at the seaside. Image on the laptop screen saying digital nomad.
These TP-Link mesh Wi-Fi systems are up to 40% off right now
The TP-Link Deco mesh Wi-Fi system on a table.
The 5 best laptops for architects in 2024
AutoCAD
Ghost of Tsushima is already shaping up to be a monster PC port
Jin wearing the Sarugami armor with Iki island in the background.
Lenovo sale: Get up to 67% off ThinkPad Laptops, from $600
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 front angled view showing display and keyboard.
Alienware sale: Get up to $1,000 off gaming laptops and PCs
The Alienware x14 R2 gaming laptop on a desk.
TV and Audio
Eligible Products
The 10 most popular streaming services, ranked by subscriber count
The Netflix home screen.
Netflix to hide its subscriber numbers starting in 2025
Netflix on a TV screen showing on the Roku home screen.
What we want to see from the next Apple TV 4K
An Apple TV 4K sitting on a wood entertainment center with a HomePod Mini behind it.
Tablo’s four-tuner/antenna bundle is just about perfect
tablo ota dvr 4th generation review tv 2023 2
Nothing’s new earbuds upstage Apple, Google, and Amazon by embedding ChatGPT
Nothing's ChatGPT integration in Nothing OS.
Anker’s Soundcore Sleep A20 earbuds are next-level sleep aids to block out noise
Anker Soundcore Sleep A20 earbuds worn while sleeping on side
Walmart is having a clearance sale on Vizio TVs — From $148
People watching sports on the 50-inch Vizio V-Series 4K TV.
New $129 Moto Buds+ tap Bose for boom and Dolby for head tracking
The Moto Buds in Forest Gray.
Best Walmart TV deals: 43-inch 4K TV for $195 and more
lg 55 inch oled 4k tvs deal walmart class b8 tv
Best soundbar deals: Save on Bose, Samsung, Vizio, and more
The Samsung Q-Series 11.1.4-channel surround sound system set up in a luxurious living room.
Best headphone deals: AirPods, Sony, Sennheiser and more
Beats Studio Pro sitting on travel case.
Best projector deals: Replace your TV with a big screen from $58
The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12.
Best QLED TV deals: Samsung, TCL, LG and Vizio
The Hisense U6H ULED 4K TV in a living room.
Soundbar sale: Save on Samsung, Sony, Bose, and more, from $42
TCL Alto wireless soundbar and subwoofer deal walmart
All of Amazon’s Fire TV streaming devices are heavily discounted today
Two Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max sticks in hand.
Sony’s best soundbars are reborn as the Bravia Theater Bar 8, Bar 9, and Quad
Sony Bravia Theater Bar 9.
Sony debuts the Bravia 9, its brightest 4K TV ever, alongside new 2024 models
2024 Sony Bravia 9 4K mini-LED TV.
Best Buy just knocked $300 off this 85-inch Sony 4K TV
Sony - 65 Class X80J Series LED 4K UHD Smart Google TV
The 5 best YouTube TV alternatives in 2024
best youtube tv alternatives alternative 5
Yes, YouTube TV is kind of broken tonight
YouTube TV and Hulu apps on the Roku homescreen.
Best Buy TV deals: Save on QLED TVs, OLED TVs, and 8K TVs
The Vizio V-Series 4K TV in the living room.
Best AirPods deals: Save on AirPods and AirPods Pro
Apple airpods pro.
Best 8K TV deals: Samsung and LG starting at $2,500
Sony 2022 Z9K 8K mini-LED TV.
Best 85-inch TV deals: Save on Samsung, Sony, TCL, and more
TCL 85s435 XL Collection 85-inch LED TV
Mobile
Eligible Products
Apple’s Vision Pro headset can now be used to shop at Best Buy
Screenshots from Best Buy's new shopping app for the Vision Pro.
Meta’s ChatGPT killer is taking over your favorite apps
Meta AI on mobile and desktop web interface.
I wish I could buy Huawei’s new Pura 70 phones
Huawei Pura 70 Ultra green leather and gold metal finish.
Every Samsung gadget we still expect in 2024
A person folding up the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5.
Samsung just launched a $400 phone in the U.S., and it looks great
A render of the Samsung Galaxy A35.
Why you should buy the iPhone 15 Pro instead of the iPhone 15 Pro Max
Natural Titanium iPhone 15 Pro with Chopper and BD-1 droids around it.
The 5 best phones with IR blasters in 2024
The OnePlus 12's camera module.
The camera on this Android phone is confusing, but I love it
The back of the Tecno Camon 30 Premier.
Amazon Fire HD 10 and Fire Max 11 prices slashed… for now
Someone holding the Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet.
Why you need to be excited about the Google Pixel 8a
A person holding the Google Pixel 8, showing the screen.
How futuristic display tech is trying to save your eyes
Lock screen on Onyx Boox Tab Ultra C
Android 15 might add a new way to charge your gadgets
The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.
Hurry! This Apple Watch just had its price slashed to $189
The app grid view on the Apple Watch SE 2.
iPhone SE 4: news, rumored price, release date, and more
The Apple iPhone SE (2022) and Apple iPhone SE (2020) together.
Visible’s affordable 5G plans just got even cheaper
The Visible logo on a smartphone.
The 6 best tablets for kids in 2024
Fire HD 6 Kids Edition
Heineken, the beer company, just launched a phone
HMD, Heineken, and Bodega's Boring Phone.
HMD’s first phones just leaked, and I’m mighty disappointed
HMD Pulse leaked image in black.
3 reasons why I’ll actually use Anker’s new iPhone power bank
A person holding the Anker MagGo Power Bank.
The new Insta360 X4 looks like the ultimate action camera
Insta360 X4 mounted on a car.
Motorola just announced three new phones, and I need them right now
Renders of the Motorola Edge 50 Pro and Edge 50 Ultra smartphones.
I reviewed a pair of tiny earbuds that helped me sleep better
The Anker Soundcore Sleep A20 next to a sleep mask.
Samsung Galaxy Ring: news, rumored price, release date, and more
Three sizes of the Samsung Galaxy Ring, sitting on top of a white display case.
One of the best budget phones just got even better
Google Pixel 7a in Snow showing home screen.
Smart Home
Eligible Products
Blink Mini 2 vs. Ring Stick Up Cam Pro: Which is the best security camera?
The Ring Stick Up Cam Pro on display the 2023 Amazon Fall Devices and Services event.
How to format the microSD card on Tapo security cameras
The Tapo C120 out in the rain.
Get 50% off these incredible scent diffusers to luxuriate your living space
Hotel Collection scent diffuser with unique oils on sale
How to fix a Yale Assure Lock 2 that won’t connect to Wi-Fi
The Yale Assure Lock 2 Smart Lock Deadbolt keypad being used by someone.
Blink sale: Up to 42% off home security cameras and video doorbells
blink mini indoor camera white set in a living room blurred in the background
Amazon’s Echo Pop smart speaker is 43% off, and it’s not even Prime Day
The Echo Pop sitting on a countertop.
How to save Ring Doorbell video without a subscription
Ring Doorbell mounted outside a front door.
How to fix an Amazon Smart Thermostat that’s unresponsive
The Amazon Smart Thermostat hanging on wall.
Best washer and dryer deals: bundles from LG, Samsung and more
A washer and dryer sit next to each other in a laundry room.
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ vs. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential: Which is better for you?
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ with auto fill dock for Black Friday
Grab a keyless entry door lock for $90 with this Walmart deal
A Revolo Keyless Entry Door Lock with Handle Set on a door frame.
Arlo Pro 3-pack of security cameras is down to $400 from $700
A woman assembling a Arlo Pro 5S on a wall.
Dyson’s new AR mobile app shows where you forgot to clean
A person using the Dyson AR app.
Best Buy deals: Save on laptops, TVs, appliances, and more
best buy shuts down insignia line smart home products store 2 768x768
Best lawn mower deals: Cordless, gas, electric and robotic
A robot lawn mower in a backyard while a family relaxes.
Does the Pan-Tilt Mount work with the Blink Mini 2?
The Blink Mini installed in the Pan-Tilt Mount.
Yale’s newest smart lock is designed for renters
The Yale Approach installed on a door.
The 6 best Herman Miller alternatives in 2024
The Steelcase Leap.
Best air conditioner deals: Portable and window units on sale
The GE 10,000 BTU portable air conditioner cools a living room while a woman reads.
Best air purifier deals: Save big on Dyson, Shark, TCL and more
A Germ Guardian purifier placed on a living room floor.
Automotive
Eligible Products
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore is one of the best-looking EVs yet
Front of the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore
Don’t let the gimmicks fool you. The Ioniq 5 N is a serious track car
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N drifting.
Cybertruck production reportedly halted over pedal issue
Tesla CEO Elon Musk behind the wheel of a Cybertruck.
Rivian R2 vs R1S: How will Rivian’s cheaper SUV compare?
The front three-quarter view of a 2022 Rivian against a rocky backdrop.
Rivian R2 vs. Kia EV9: battle of affordable electric SUVs
Kia EV9 GT-Line Three Quarters
Mercedes-Benz EQG: range, price, release date, and more
Concept image of the larger electric G-Wagon
Best electric car charger deals: $100 off home charging stations
The handle of the Grizzl-E EV charger plugged into a vehicle.
2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan gets new face, bigger battery
2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan front-quarter view.
Rivian R2 vs. Ford Mustang Mach-E: Will the R2 be a better buy?
Side of the Rivian R2
Should you buy a used EV? Maybe, but it’s complicated
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited AWD rear end side profile from driver's side with trees and a metal fence in the back.
The 6 best car phone holders in 2024
Belkin BoostCharge Magnetic Wireless Car Charger with an iPhone 14 Pro.
The 6 best car GPS trackers in 2024
GPS Tracker for your car
The best portable jump starters for cars in 2024
The Clore Jump-N-Carry JNC660 portable jump starter connected to a truck battery.
The 6 best remote car starters in 2024
Best car remote starters
2024 Subaru Solterra Touring review: not quite the EV you’re looking for
The front three-quarters view of a red 2024 Subaru Solterra.
Rivian R2 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Should you wait for the Rivian R2?
Rivian R2
Best dash cam deals: Protect your ride from just $39
Rexing V1 dash cam
Tech giant reveals nice price for new EV to take on Tesla
Xiaomi's first electric car, the SU7.
2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid gets improved tech features
2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid driving.
The 5 best portable power inverters for cars in 2024
A man enjoying the Energizer 4000W power inverter.
Gaming
Eligible Products
NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Friday, April 19
NYT The Mini Crossword logo.
NYT Strands: answers for Friday, April 19
NYT Strands logo.
NYT Connections: hints and answers for Friday, April 19
New York Times Connection game logo.
Wordle Today: Wordle answer and hints for April 19
Someone playing Wordle on a smartphone.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is coming this year and it’s twice as big as the original
Henry in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
The best Fallout 76 mods
Fallout 76 covered in snow.
What’s free on the Epic Games Store right now?
Characters in front of a mall in The Big Con.
How to start the Rising Tide DLC in Final Fantasy 16
Rising Tide DLC
Cities: Skylines 2 devs offer DLC refunds as console ports get delayed
A screenshot from Cities: Skylines 2's Beach Properties DLC.
The best iPhone emulators
A collage of the delta emulator.
The Nintendo Switch just got 2 surprise games — and they’re both worth grabbing
A teddy beat sits on an embroidery hoop in Stitch.
The best cozy games
Riding in a boat with Kapp'n in Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
PlayStation trophies are finally coming to PC with new overlay
The PC version of Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut.
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes could be one of 2024’s best and boldest games
A character stands in front of a cracked mirror in Lorelei and the Laser Eyes.
SteamWorld Heist 2 headlines Nintendo’s loaded Indie World Showcase
steamworld heist 2 indie world april 2024
Atari classic Yars’ Revenge is getting a modern Metroidvania revival
Emi shoots a robot in Yars Rising.
Homeworld 3: release date window, trailer, pre-order, and more
A massive space fleet in formation.
All cross-platform games (PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC)
Two squads of heroes clash in an Overwatch 2 trailer.
The best Fallout 4 mods
Everyone's Best Friend
How to sign up for the Hades 2 playtest
Melinoe fighting in a dark forest.