The year 2026 started with a bang, especially in the smart home department. New security camerassenses, smart lights, thermostats So much has come out in the month of January that it’s been hard to keep track of them all!
CES takes place at the beginning of January where many new technological, practical and home products appeared. Smart home announcements have really opened our eyes to what we can expect this year, and there have been eye-opening startups like Eufy, Arlo, IKEA, Dreame, Govee and more.
In case you missed any, I have collected the best home launches from January 2026 that you should know about.
A quick sentence before I start – not all of the smart devices announced this month are available for purchase yet so you won’t see the LG CLOiD robot or Eufy’s latest video doorbell on this list. Instead, I’m focusing on products launched this month that you can buy right now.
The best smart home is launched in January 2026
IKEA KLIPPBOK water leak sensor
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IKEA has been in the news this month, and has debuted a range of new smart devices that you can buy online and in stores – see The 5 best IKEA launches in January for more details. But the highlight is the KLIPPBOK water leak sensor which costs just £7 / $7.99!
I IKEA FLIPPBOK it does what it says on the tin – it detects water leaks and beeps when it comes into contact with liquid. When you’re connected to the IKEA DIRIGERA hub via Matter, it can send notifications to your phone, and it’s small enough to easily fit under your sink, dishwasher or washing machine.
Arlo Pro 6
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Arlo presented both of these Pro 6 and Ultra 3 security cameras this January, but it’s the former that I’m most excited about. Arlo Pro 6 is based on the design and features of its predecessors Pro 4 and 5, and now comes with better detection and resolution than before.
I Arlo Pro 6 offers 2K+ HDR video resolution, color night vision and automatic tracking zoom for motion detection and tracking. It also comes with Arlo’s Secure Early Warning System (with registration) that detects people, pets, cars and even fires, and reports these incidents to you immediately so you can take action.
Tapo C545D
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Like Arlo, Tapo has released two new cameras this month, including the C545D 2K Outdoor Dual Lens Pan/Tilt Security Camera as well as C401 Smart Wire-Free Outdoor Security Camera.
I Tapo C545D that’s what I like the most, since it has two cameras or lenses stacked on top of each other to see wide angles. The two lenses include a larger main camera at the bottom and a smaller lens at the top. One camera stays in focus when it detects movement while the pan/tilt camera tracks and zooms in on the event.
Reolink TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi
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The Reolink TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi Camera was announced at IFA 2025, but finally available for purchase in the US. Another dual lens camera, the Reolink TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi offers 360° coverage and switches between focal lengths so you can better see details near and far.
At the top of the lens Reolink TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi built-in lamp that uses 3000 lumen dimmable LEDs. It not only brightens up your photos but also makes it easier to approach your home in the dark. Since AI is the buzz feature at the moment, the Reolink TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi also has AI detection.
Yale Linus Smart Lock 2 Lite
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The latest Yale smart lockthe Yale Linus Smart Lock 2 Lite has an almost invisible design that can convince people to upgrade to a smart lock. Key technology has been incorporated so that your exterior door handle remains standard, but you still get smart opening features.
With KeySense technology, i Yale Linus Smart Lock 2 Lite it has a button in the middle that you can quickly tap to open the door. If you long press it, the key will automatically lock after a customizable delay once you leave the house, which you can customize with the Yale Home app.
Aqara Smart Lock U400
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Announced at CES 2026, the Aqara Smart Lock U400 another device that is currently available only available for purchase in the US – but you still have to know about it. Why? It uses Ultra-Wideband technology to automatically open your door when it detects your approach.
Not only does the Aqara Smart Lock U400 come with hands-free unlocking, but it has many other options to choose from, including pin codes, fingerprints, Apple home key, NFC cards, apps, physical and digital keys, and voice assistants.
Original Netatmo Thermostat
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14 years after its last thermostat was introduced, Netatmo is back with the Thermostat Original. Very modern in design and functionality, the Netatmo Thermostat Original is wireless and has app controls so you can use it remotely.
I Original Netatmo Thermostat it has a touch screen that shows your two favorite settings so you can set it up quickly. Through the app, it gives users access to customizable heating features, including Eco-Assist, and is compatible with many heating systems.
Shelly BLU H&T Display ZB
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If you’re looking for a smart display that isn’t an Amazon Echo device, the Shelly BLU H&T Display ZB it will fit the bill – and it’s only £15! Compact and ultra-thin, it measures just 6.5 cm x 6.5 cm x 0.9 cm and is battery powered so you can place it anywhere in your home.
To keep things simple, i Shelly’s new smart displayy monitors temperature, humidifier and light levels. It shows you all the information you need on its e-paper screen, and it supports Bluetooth and Zigbee.
