Changhong unveiled a comprehensive suite of AI-driven home appliances

At the Appliance & Electronics World Expo (AWE 2025) opened on March 20 in Shanghai, Changhong unveiled a comprehensive suite of AI-driven home appliances. Changhong also introduced the dual-zone PRO air conditioner for combined living and dining spaces. This AI-powered system offers a comprehensive upgrade in user experience, specifically designed to meet the needs of integrated environments Changhong’s booth, the Pure Color series refrigerator impresses with its high capacity and AI-driven rapid ice-making in 60 minutes. Its ultra-thin design appeals to younger consumers, enhancing aesthetics and lifestyle. The exhibition showcased residential and commercial refrigeration equipment, including the Blue Oxygen washing and drying set, highlighting Changhong’s technological advancements. Notable exhibits included the M Fresh Life, Frozen Fresh Life, Worry-free Embedded Pro, and more. The Changhong Smart Home System integrates intelligent control, energy efficiency, and security, offering energy savings and AI-driven solutions for personalized household needs.

Changhong’s extensive product at AWE 2025 highlighted its shift from traditional home appliance production to smart manufacturing. The presence of voice actors from the hit Ne Zha animated movie series added a cultural touch to Changhong’s booth, enhancing its impact at the event.

Turn Your Space into a Refreshing Oasis

Introducing the Next Evolution in Cooling: SharkNinja FlexBreeze™

The FlexBreeze™ Pro Mist isn’t just a fan—it’s a game-changer. With an impressive airflow reach of up to **70 feet**, built-in misting technology, and a sleek, flexible design, it transforms your home or outdoor spaces into an inviting escape from the heat. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or seeking comfort indoors, the Pro Mist delivers cooling that’s as powerful as it is versatile.

Haier HVAC Europe Expands in Central-Eastern Europe with Acquisition of KLIMA KFT

HAIER EUROPE APPLIANCES HOLDING BV today announced the signing of a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) with E.ON MYENERGY KFT to acquire 100% of KLIMA KFT, a company active in the business of heating-cooling and construction industry, which include air conditioning and heat pump wholesale and retail, building engineering design, construction, maintenance, and servicing of implemented systems.

Hisense research centre

Hisense officially opens the new EU Home Appliances Research Center of HVAC in Milan! Hisense has opened its “EU Home Appliances Research Center of HVAC” (HARC), a center dedicated to the research, design and innovation of HVAC solutions for the European market. Located within Hisense’s offices in Milan, the center covers an area of 500 square meters and represents a key strategic step to strengthen Hisense’s global presence.

Elica net profit falls

Elica  closed 2024 with a group net result of 9.4 million euros (11.3 million in 2023), revenues of 452.1 million (down 4.5% on the previous year), an Ebidta of 31.4 million (7% of revenues) and an Ebit of 8.1 million euros. This was announced in a press release from the group, after the board of directors approved the financial statements for the 2024 financial year. The net financial position at 31 December 2024 was -46.8 million euros, down 13.2% compared to 2023

LG Introduces PuriCare AeroHit, a Compact Home Solution for Cleaner Air

LG Electronics (LG) is introducing the LG PuriCare™ AeroHit, an advanced air care solution designed to seamlessly integrate into any living space while delivering superb indoor air quality. Boasting advanced purification capabilities, convenient features and a modern, minimalist aesthetic, the AeroHit brings both comfort and style at home.

The LG PuriCare AeroHit delivers fresher, safer air at home with its Aero Series H Filter – a multi-layer “360-degress” filtration system that effectively reduces dust particles, odors, viruses and allergens while also absorbing various airborne pollutants. In addition, its Particulate Matter (PM) 1.0 sensor* detects ultrafine dust as small as 0.01 micrometers, enabling real-time air quality monitoring. The AeroHit automatically adjusts its purification performance to maintain optimal indoor conditions

Wilfa launch two humidifiers

Wilfa launch two humidifiers that not only improve the indoor climate, but also fit perfectly into your home. With solutions that cover everything from large areas to smaller, flexible rooms, Wilfa offers something for every need.The Nimbus humidifier has a modern design with a textile-covered surface and can be placed directly on the floor. It is ideal for large rooms and open areas, with a capacity to cover up to 95 m². Dew is a versatile humidifier that works equally well in large and small rooms and can improve the humidity in areas up to 70 m². Small changes in the indoor climate can make a big difference – both for well-being and for your home.

Morphy Richards Expands Global Footprint

Morphy Richards embarked on a significant transformation, prioritizing the creation of innovative products that enhance everyday life. A standout achievement this year was the launch of the world’s first certified portable air conditioner, which quickly gained traction on Kickstarter, amassing nearly one million dollars in sales. This revolutionary product captured attention at the IFA exhibition, where it received several prestigious design and innovation awards, piquing the interest of potential partners from Europe, Japan, and South Korea.

Expanding Global Partnerships

In addition to product innovation, Morphy Richards successfully secured exclusive distributor agreements in over ten new countries and regions, including Russia, Poland, Bulgaria, Vietnam, Singapore, and Central America

Coway CES winner

Coway has been named a CES® 2025 Innovation Awards Honoree for three conceptual products that reflect the company’s future-forward technological direction, one that prioritizes providing the utmost in consumer convenience alongside optimized, fully customizable life solutions.
The products that have received honors in this year’s CES Innovation Awards are the ‘Digital Healthcare Bidet’ in the Home Appliances category, the ‘Smart Self-cleaning Air Purifier’ in the Sustainability & Energy/Power category, and the ‘Smart Home Care Air Purifier’ in the Smart Home category

‘Digital Healthcare Bidet’ is a conceptual bidet product that goes beyond the conventional cleaning functionality of traditional bidets by providing an integrated feature capable of providing the user with holistic health updates and tailored management based on the data collected and monitored over time during product use.

Coway’s ‘Smart Self-cleaning Air Purifier’ concept product, which features an innovative self-cleaning technology that removes the need for filter cleaning or replacement, was recognized in particular for its eco-friendly design that minimizes the production of filter waste.

The third product to have been awarded honors, the ‘Smart Home Care Air Purifier’, is a conceptual air purifier product that harnesses artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to design and provide optimized air care solutions for any space, thus making multi-room air purification more effective and seamless for the consumer