About LEGO Powered Up
Powered Up is LEGO's replacement for the long running Power Functions elements and has improved it in many ways including improved range and Bluetooth and a tech platform that works across most new LEGO smart components. Powered Up provides elements such as smart motors, power hubs, color and distance sensors, LED lights and more. The LEGO Powered Up platform lets you remote-control your creations via Bluetooth and code them into action with the Powered Up mobile app.
2021 LEGO Sets
In 2021, LEGO explored digital-physical play with LEGO VIDIYO, a collaboration with Universal Music Group that let users create augmented-reality music videos using minifigures and collectible BeatBits. Although short-lived, the experiment reflected LEGO’s continued pursuit of hybrid play experiences. The LEGO Art series expanded with more display sets inspired by pop culture and design icons, strengthening LEGO’s appeal among adult builders. Established themes such as Star Wars, City, and Technic maintained momentum, while LEGO unveiled prototype bricks made from recycled materials—an early step toward fully sustainable production.