For tech enthusiasts, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is a great time of year where all kinds of new devices make their debut. Smart home decor is quite common at the Las Vegas event every year, and in 2022, several brands will be showing off new HomeKit wares. Best HomeKit devices from CES: From lights and power to smart locks, sensors and more, there are plenty of new HomeKit devices on display at CES this year. We've gathered all the important announcements below. Eve Outdoor Cam Source: Eve Systems Smart home accessories retailer Eve unveiled a new HomeKit security camera at CES 2022. The Eve Outdoor Cam, due out in April, features a sleek, modern design, powerful integrated floodlights, and support for HomeKit Secure Video. “By combining elegant aesthetics with technology designed to protect privacy, Eve Outdoor Cam goes beyond the old security camera concepts with their eye-catching looks and manufacturer clouds,” said Jerome Gackel, CEO of Eve Systems. “Eve Outdoor Cam embodies what Eve stands for: beautiful, connected home products that set the standard for privacy-first smart homes.” The Eve Outdoor Cam streams and records events in 1080p HD at 24 fps with a wide 157-degree field of view. There's also two-way audio, IP55 weatherproofing and IR night vision. Via HomeKit Secure Video, Eve Outdoor Cam securely stores 10 days of events in iCloud. The Eve Outdoor Cam can also take advantage of other HomeKit Secure Video features such as facial recognition and packet detection; plus, users can customize smart notifications that can delete things like cars or pets. Eve's Outdoor Cam costs $249.95.

Eve Wired Motion Blinds Source: Eve Systems In addition to the new floodlight camera, Eve announced that the company's MotionBlind motor technology for roller blinds is now available through select Coulisse window covering resellers. Eve's MotionBlinds are threadable and will also support the Matter smart home standard when it launches this year. “When you add window treatments to your connected home, it's essential to make a future-proof choice,” said Jerome Gackel, CEO of Eve Systems. "As a Thread-enabled accessory, Eve can support MotionBlinds Matter, the smart home standard of the future currently being developed by Google, Amazon, Apple and numerous IoT manufacturers." Belkin Wemo Smart Video Doorbell Source: Belkin Belkin has launched a new HomeKit video doorbell under the Wemo brand. The Wemo Smart Video Doorbell works with HomeKit Secure Video, connects to both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi networks, and offers a high-res 4MP camera. Wemo Smart Video Doorbell provides an easy and convenient way to securely monitor your home with a wider field of view, high-quality video resolution, and secure recording capabilities. It works exclusively with Apple HomeKit Secure Video and is an easy way to make a simpler, smarter and more secure home. You see everything with a super-wide 178° angle of view, and the high-resolution 4MP camera provides first-class zoom clarity.

The Wemo Smart Video Doorbell will be available in February or March and will cost $249.99. Belkin Wemo Smart Switch, Dimmer and Plug Source: Belkin A New Video Doorbell wasn't Belkin's only Wemo-related HomeKit announcement at CES. The company also revealed plans to release new versions of three of its most popular smart home products. Next-gen versions of the Wemo Smart Plug, Wemo Smart Light Switch, and Wemo Smart Dimmer support Matter over Thread. Jon Harros, director of certification at the Connectivity Standards Alliance, said: “We are delighted that members like Belkin are adopting Matter and are excited at the prospect of Matter-enabled products coming to market under the Wemo brand with the launch of our specification and certification programs." Wemo's new smart plugs and lighting solutions are coming around the world later this year, starting in 25 countries. TP-Link Tapo smart plugs, bulbs and more After promising to add HomeKit compatibility to its Kasa products, TP-Link is finally supporting Apple's smart platform with some new products under a new brand. The company is launching its Tapo brand in the US with a range that includes HomeKit-compatible smart plugs, light bulbs, smart dimmers, and more. Like many of the best HomeKit smart plugs, the Tapo P125 Mini Smart Plug offers a compact design that takes up only one outlet.

Those who want more outlets can opt for the Tapo P306 Wall Power Strip which offers three smart outlets and three always-on outlets, as well as two USB-A ports and one USB-C port. Source: TP-Link On the lighting side, there are also a few HomeKit compatible devices available, including the Tapo L535 Multicolor Smart WiFi Light Bulb, Tapo L930-5 Smart Multicolor Light Strip, and the Tapo S500D Smart Dimmer Switch. Those in Europe may already be familiar with TP-Link's Tapo brand, although it will be new to those on the state side. That said, Tapo devices have not supported HomeKit in other regions before. Schlage Encode Plus with Home Key Security company Schlage has announced a new smart deadbolt that can be unlocked with Apple's Home Key feature, allowing people to keep their keys in the Wallet app alongside their Apple Pay cards. The new lock also includes full Apple HomeKit support. The Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt is the latest device in Schlage's connected portfolio and the first smart lock solution in the North American market to support Apple's Home keys for iPhone and Apple Watch. With a Schlage Home Key in Apple Wallet, homeowners don't even have to unlock their iPhone or Apple Watch to open their lock, and with Power Reserve, even if the iPhone needs charging, they may still be able to tap to unlock for up to five hours. after their iPhone battery runs out.

Other features include real-time activity logs so users know who has accessed their home, while homeowners can also create and manage up to 100 passcodes for people who need temporary access. The Schlage Encode Plus will be available this spring for $299.99. Twinkly Dots Source: Twinkly Smart lighting brand Twinkly unveiled a new HomeKit strip light product at CES 2022 in the form of the Twinkly Dots. The IP44-rated Dots come in three different configurations: a 33-foot version with 200 RGB lamps, a 66-foot version with 400 RGB lamps, as well as a USB-powered 60 LED model. The latter is Twinkly's first USB option. In addition to working with HomeKit, Twinkly Dots also connect to Alexa or Google Assistant and even work as part of a Razer Chroma setup like many of Twinkle's other smart lights.

Pricing information is not yet available, but expect to hear more near Dots launch time in Q1 2022. Aqara Thread sensorsSource: Aqara Affordable smart home accessories manufacturer Aqara has unveiled two new sensors that offer Thread support. The new thread-based door and window sensor and motion sensor will ship in the second half of 2022. The launch time depends on the launch of Matter, Aqara tells iMore. As part of the announcement, Aqara has also reiterated its commitment to adopt the Matter smart home standard, stating that it will bring Matter support to its existing Zigbee-based products through an over-the-air update to Aqara hubs. such as the Aqara to push Hub M2 and M1S. Nanoleaf Thread Border Router SupportSource: Bryan M. Wolfe/iMore While not announcing a new product, Nanoleaf has used CES to reveal that it plans to release an update to its existing Nanoleaf Shapes, Nanoleaf Elements - and Nanoleaf Lines products to make them Wireline routers for all Thread over HomeKit devices. With the upcoming Nanoleaf firmware update, Shapes, Elements, and Lines will work with all Thread across HomeKit devices, including the Nanoleaf Essentials Bulb & Lightstrip, Apple TV 4K, and multiple Eve products (Thermo, Switch, Energy, Aqua, Weather, and Door - and window sensor). Arlo Matter Support Source: Arlo Smart home security expert Arlo announced its intention to support the Matter smart home interoperability standard at CES 2022. “We are excited to confirm our partnership with Matter and lead the way in guiding the specification as it takes shape,” said Tejas Shah, Chief Information Officer and SVP Software and Services at Arlo. “Innovation is at the heart of Arlo's DNA .

Collaborating with Matter members to advance integration between Internet of Things devices – ultimately delivering home security solutions that are highly intuitive, secure and easy to use – is the driving force behind our commitment.” Arlo also used the event to show off With its new Arlo security system and all-in-one sensors, this DIY smart security system doesn't have a launch date or pricing information yet, although we do know it will work well with existing Arlo cameras, video doorbells, and the Arlo Secure We'll keep this post up to date with all other HomeKit devices as of CES 2022, though there's sure to be more of HomeKit throughout the rest of 2022. With Thread gathering steam and the launch of Matter Scheduled for later in the year, all eyes will be on Apple's annual WWDC event in June to see what the company has in store for the smart home. and coming together, meaning 2022 could be a big year for progress in this space. We may earn a commission on purchases using our links. Learn more.