The smart home is no longer a distant promise. At IFA Berlin 2026, Hisense took a decisive step forward, showing how everyday white goods—refrigerators, washing machines, cookers, air conditioners and more—are evolving from passive appliances into proactive, intelligent assistants.

From Devices to Digital Companions

At the heart of the announcement is V AIOS, Hisense’s new operating system, working hand-in-hand with the expanding **ConnectLife** ecosystem. Together they enable appliances to understand context, learn household routines, and adapt to the preferences of every family member.

Instead of simply responding to commands, the next generation of Hisense appliances anticipates needs. AI-powered cooking systems suggest recipes and adjust settings based on ingredients and dietary preferences. Laundry care becomes smarter, optimising cycles for fabric type, soil level and energy use. Intelligent air and energy management systems fine-tune comfort and efficiency throughout the home—quietly, automatically, and with minimal input from the user.

The result is a more natural, human-centric smart home experience: connected living that feels seamless rather than complicated.

Scale Meets Responsibility

Hisense’s ambition is matched by its global footprint. The company now operates 41 manufacturing facilities, 32 R&D centres and 65 companies worldwide, positioning it as one of the fastest-growing brands in the home appliance sector.

That growth is paired with a clear commitment to sustainability. Hisense Europe’s production base, Gorenje, has earned the EcoVadis Platinum Medal for the second consecutive year. This places Gorenje among the top 1% of more than 150,000 companies assessed globally—and makes it the only major home appliance manufacturer to achieve this distinction.

Looking Ahead

The message from IFA Berlin is clear: white goods are entering a new era. By combining advanced AI, a unified operating system and a growing connected ecosystem, Hisense is working to make intelligent, adaptive appliances the everyday standard—delivering greater convenience, personalisation and efficiency while maintaining a strong focus on responsible manufacturing.

The future of the smart home isn’t coming. According to Hisense, it’s already here.