CES 2026 Smart Home Predictions: Why Your Current Setup Will Feel Ancient

And speaking of screens, LG’s new microwave comes with a 27-inch touchscreen that controls your entire smart home, even rival brands—talk about a control freak in the nicest way.

Meanwhile, Hisense rolls out modular appliances like LEGO for grown-ups: laundry stacks grow as your family does, and top-empty dehumidifiers save your back (and your dignity) when you’re emptying yet another bucket of sadness. These aren’t just appliances, they’re roommates that adapt without complaining. The zero trust principles embedded in these devices ensure your data remains secure even as they communicate with each other.

Hisense’s modular appliances grow with your life—laundry stacks expand, dehumidifiers empty from the top, and your dignity stays intact.

The real star? Ambient intelligence. It’s the invisible brain turning houses into living systems, adjusting lighting, air quality, and temperature based on who’s in the room—even if your dog just walked in.

Ecovacs stole the show with robot vacs so smart they avoid dog toys and your left sock from 2019. Plus, Hisense’s fridge display is bigger than some tablets, and it talks to the oven, which talks to the dishwasher—no yelling required. Matter-compatible integration enables this seamless communication across brands.

But let’s be real, not everyone owns all one brand (unless you’re *that* person). Fragmentation’s still a headache—your LG fridge won’t always cozy up to your Samsung TV.

That’s where Matter-compatible apps like Connect Life step in, bridging gaps without drama. The future isn’t about owning the most gadgets; it’s about them working together, quietly, like a well-oiled, slightly sassy, household machine.

proactive environmental adjustments are becoming standard, thanks to AIoT systems that anticipate needs rather than just respond to commands.