Tom's Guide, a Future plc-owned tech news and reviews platform, has announced that entries are now open for its inaugural Tom's Guide AI Awards 2026. 

The awards are looking for the most innovative new tools and devices infused with AI, from phones and smart glasses to the latest chatbots and appliances. The entry deadline is 27 March, and winners will be announced in April.

Categories include:

Core AI & Productivity

• Best AI Model (LLM)
• Best AI Chatbot
• Best AI Search Tool
• Best AI Image Generator
• Best AI Video Generator
• Best AI Writing Assistant
• Best AI Coding Copilot

Personal Tech (Phones, PCs, & Wearables)

• Best AI Smartphone
• Best AI Camera Feature
• Best AI Laptop
• Best AI Tablet
• Best AI Gaming Peripheral
• Best AI PC
• Best AI PC Processor
• Best AI Wearable
• Best AI Smart Glasses
• Best AI Health/Fitness Device
• Best AI Headphones

Smart Home, Appliances & Security

• Best AI Robot Vacuum
• Best AI Smart Appliance
• Best AI Kitchen Gadget
• Best AI Home Hub/Display
• Best AI Smart Thermostat
• Best AI Sleep tech
• Best AI TV feature
• Best AI Security Camera
• Best AI video doorbell
• Best AI Networking/Router
• Best AI Smart Lighting
• Best AI Sleep Tech
• Specialty & Future Tech

AI for Good Award

• Best AI Accessibility Tool
• Most Practical AI Feature of the Year
• Best AI Productivity App (Non-Chatbot)
• Best AI Browser or Agent
• Breakthrough AI Feature of the Year

For more information, visit future.com.