Entry Details
What will I need to enter?
To complete your submission, you will need the following information:
* = Mandatory
- Manufacturer EXACTLY as it should appear in promotion and on awards. *
- Product Name EXACTLY as it should appear in promotion and on awards. *
- Category *
- MSRP *
- Ship Date *
- Is this product embargoed until CEDIA Expo/CIX 206? *
- Company logo *
- Upload up to 10 product photos * (one is mandatory)
- Upload additional product specifications document here
- Product Video (upload a video or provide a link)
- Describe your product's design and/or technological innovation. * (200 words maximum)
- Describe the three most important functional features of this product. * (100 words maximum)
- How does your product stand out from others in this category? * (200 words maximum)
- Please provide a promotional description to be used in print and online listings. * (50 words maximum)
- Social Media links
Rules
- Your product must have shipped either in the 12 months before September 2026 or be set to debut by March 2027.
- If you have an exciting new product that will not ship until 2026, consider entering the "Most Promising" award.
What is the entry fee?
- Early-bird Entry Fee: $547
- Regular Entry Fee: $647 for initial entry, $597 for each subsequent entry
What is the deadline for submissions?
- Early-Bird Deadline: May 21, 2026
- Regular Deadline: July 17, 2026
The Entry Process
Step 1: Pay now to lock in the discount. Provide your product's name, select a category, and add your submission to the cart.
- Step 2: Complete the product details for your entry (outlined above) any time before the deadline of July 17. Just log in to access Step 2 of your application.
When are the winners announced?
Winners will be announced during CEDIA Expo at the Smart Stage, on Thursday, September 3rd, 2026
How are the entries judged?
The judging is done completely independently by CE Pro editors and other industry experts. They will consider all aspects such as your product’s design and/or technological innovation, most important functional features of the product, and how your product stands out from others in its category.