The most unbelievable tech gadgets we’ve seen in 2021

Check out the tech that blew our minds this year. Keep reading to learn about our favorite home robots, smart glasses, and more.

The most unbelievable tech gadgets we’ve seen in 2021
Unbelievable tech gadgets in 2021

Tech innovations impress us every year, and the ones in 2021 are no exception. From household robots that pour wine to robotic dogs that perform backflips, there’s been a lot to get excited about. What are the most unbelievable tech gadgets we’ve seen in 2021? Read this roundup to find out.

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It’s no surprise that tech in 2021 gave us new products that help prevent disease. And one of the coolest is a cylindrical robot that sanitizes public spaces with UV-C light.

All in all, these gadgets show us what’s possible. With such astonishing features, we can’t wait to see where they’re going and what new gadgets they’ll inspire.

1. The Elephant Robotics myCobot collaborative robot weighs just 850 grams. Personalize it for use in a variety of situations.

Elephant Robotics myCobot collaborative robot
Elephant Robotics myCobot on a table

The Elephant Robotics myCobot collaborative robot is a bot you can work with. It boasts a 250-gram payload and a 280-millimeter working radius. It can help with scientific research, education, commercial applications, and your smart home.

Get it for $599 on the official website.

2. The Ubtech Adibot UV-C disinfecting robot disinfects targeted surfaces using UV-C light. It’s ideal for schools, hospitals, and more.

The most unbelievable tech gadgets we've seen in 2021
Ubtech Adibot UV-C in a bedroom

Disinfection is more critical than ever, and the Ubtech Adibot UV-C disinfecting robot ensures public spaces stay clean. It shines 360 degrees of light and sanitizes 99.9% of the area it targets. There’s even an autonomous model.

The gadget’s price is TBA. Learn more about it on the official website.

3. The Doosan Infracore CONCEPT-X unmanned excavator digs a building’s foundation without anyone aboard. Or supervise it with a drone.

The most unbelievable tech gadgets we've seen in 2021
DOOSAN Infracore CONCEPT-X excavating a site

A huge step forward in industrial technology is the Doosan Infracore CONCEPT-X unmanned excavator. It solves problems with the help of drones, keeping humans safer than ever. That’s why it made our list of unbelievable tech gadgets in 2021.

This product’s price is TBA. Learn more about it on the official website.

4. The Xiaomi Smart Glasses show notifications, capture images, and more all while keeping you connected to your environment.

Xiaomi Smart Glasses in a video

Stay in touch with the online world while interacting with the real one using the Xiaomi Smart Glasses. Impressively, they can prioritize your messages, showing you the most important ones first.

Their price is TBA. Read more about them on the official website.

5. The Amazon Astro household robot has a cool periscope camera that can show you around the house while you’re not there.

Amazon
Amazon Astro charging

The Amazon Astro household robot is like having a 24/7 house sitter. Whenever you’re out, it can show you what’s going on at home. It works with Alexa Together to assist older people who live independently.

This gadget costs $999.99 and is available by invitation only. Learn more about it on Amazon.

6. The Xiaomi CyberDog quadruped robot has a range of motion, speed, and agility. It also has an AI super computer and 11 sensors.

The most unbelievable tech gadgets we've seen in 2021
Xiaomi CyberDog in black

Another of the most unbelievable tech gadgets in 2021 is the Xiaomi CyberDog quadruped robot. It performs high-speed movements, and its AI camera sensors let it perceive its environment. What’s more, with its obstacle avoidance navigation, it’s almost like a real dog.

This gadget is coming soon and costs $1,540.

7. The Cooler Master Orb X gaming workstation features a motorized dome for focus. Use it for full immersion while gaming or working.

The most unbelievable tech gadgets we've seen in 2021
Cooler Master Orb X in a dark room

Take your immersion up a few notches with the Cooler Master Orb X gaming workstation. With just a single touch, the dome activates automatically. Then you can play comfortably in the ergonomic chair and work on up to 3 27-inch monitors. So it’s great for both work and play.

This gadget costs $10,000 and is coming soon.

8. The Samsung Bot Handy smart home robot can put dishes away or tidy messy rooms. It grasps objects of different weights and sizes.

The most unbelievable tech gadgets we've seen in 2021
Samsung Bot Handy sorting dishes

You really can get robotic help around the house when you have the Samsung Bot Handy smart home robot. This helpful bot uses the correct amount of force to pick up items of different materials. It’s another of our favorite picks for unbelievable tech gadgets in 2021.

This product’s price is TBA. Learn more about it on the official website.

9. The Acecore Technologies Zoe Zetona commercial drone is powerful. With its engines, it almost completely stabilizes itself in midair.

Acecore Technologies Zoe Zetona commercial drone
Acecore Technologies Zoe Zetona in the air

Use the Acecore Technologies Zoe Zetona commercial drone for top-to-bottom views of commercial property and high-risk assignments. It also holds the Sony a7RIV camera—which you control completely—for a full 25 minutes.

This gadget’s price is TBA. Learn more about it on the official website.

10. The HUAWEI MateView wireless smart monitor has so many smart features. Plus, the smart bar makes it intuitive to use.

HUAWEI MateView wireless smart monitor
HUAWEI MateView on a desk

Enhance your workflow with the HUAWEI MateView wireless smart monitor. It boasts a gorgeous 4K+ Ultra HD display and a cinema-level color gamut. Also, it wirelessly connects to multiple devices, letting you use all of the gadgets at your disposal.

Get it for about $809 on the official website.

Tech innovations in 2021 show us that machines are poised to help us through pretty much any challenge. And we can’t wait to see where these products are headed. Which of these gadgets did you like the most? Let us know in the comments.

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Lauren has been writing and editing since 2008. She loves working with text and helping writers find their voice. When she's not typing away at her computer, she cooks and travels with her husband and two daughters.
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