LG Electronics launched its “LG Smart Cottage,” a compact modular home featuring integrated artificial intelligence (AI) appliances and advanced heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The company announced on Wednesday that it has opened an official website for Smart Cottage sales, targeting both individual consumers looking for secondary homes near urban or rural areas and corporate or institutional buyers.
The Smart Cottage blends space, appliances, and services into a compact housing solution. It was initially showcased at IFA 2023, Europe’s largest consumer electronics trade show held in Berlin in September 2023 and has since appeared at various domestic and international events.
Inside, the cottage comes equipped with LG’s premium “Objet Collection” appliances, including the WashTower Compact, a dishwasher, induction cooktop, microwave oven, and water purifier. It also features smart home technologies such as a smart door lock, CCTV, motorized blinds, and IoT devices – all of which can be managed through the LG ThinQ app. The cottage can also be upgraded with LG’s upcoming AI Home Hub, “ThinQ ON,” to create a fully connected smart home environment.
Beko close UK factory
Beko Europe told staff last month that its Hotpoint UK factory in Yate, near Bristol, will close on December 31.
The decision means the end of more than a century of manufacturing at the site on Station Road.
A spokesperson from Beko Europe said all affected staff have been notified and that they are “grateful for their continued efforts”.
Hisense milestone
Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, announced a remarkable milestone with its overseas business revenue surpassing $12.2 billion USD in the fiscal year of 2023. This significant achievement was revealed at the Group’s 55th-anniversary celebrations, at which the company also unveiled its ambitious future goals.
Over the past five years, Hisense has significantly expanded its global footprint and achieved breakthroughs in technological foundation. The company’s acquisition of SanDen Corporation and development of AI picture quality chips were catalysts for growth, enabling Hisense to enter new markets and enhance its technological capabilities. As a result, Hisense’s overseas revenue has more than doubled since 2019, while in 2023 Hisense Group’s revenue surpassed $28.7 billion USD.
At the celebration event, Hisense Group Chairman, Mr. Jia Shaoqian, delivered the speech “Faithful as in the Beginning, Creating the Future”, introducing future goals, including becoming a high-quality development model by leveraging industrial clusters; transitioning towards green and low-carbon operations; expanding its global reach through transformation from China-centric to a truly global management model; and establishing a world-class enterprise and global brand.
“We continue to strengthen our core competitiveness in technology and products, leverage strong appeal in cross-cultural integration, and enhance global competitiveness in building a brand matrix,” emphasized Mr. Jia. “Hisense will persist in developing our own brands, aiming for the high-end market in resolutely striving to become world-class!”
With a focus on innovation, Hisense has dedicated approximately 5% of its annual revenue to R&D, with 30% of that investment directed towards pre-research. By prioritizing user needs and customer satisfaction, Hisense ensures that its products and technologies serve users and create value.
Hisense has established a strong global presence with 36 industrial parks and production bases, 30 R&D centers, and 64 overseas offices, forming a “5+1” network covering Europe, the Americas, ASEAN, the Middle East, Africa, and China. To drive growth, Hisense is accelerating its manufacturing footprint globally. In Africa, the company is establishing new production facilities, while in ASEAN and Latin America, Hisense is increasing localizing production and research capabilities. This strategic expansion will enable Hisense to better serve customers and strengthen its global competitive position.
Hisense becomes first sponsor for FIFA’s Club World Cup
Chinese electronics manufacturer Hisense has signed on as the first official partner for next year’s FIFA Club World Cup, global soccer’s governing body said on Wednesday.
Hoover new cordless range
the new range of Hoover cordless vacuum cleaners, designed to combine power and flexibility for an easy and convenient cleaning experience.
The HF2 is the lightest cordless stick vacuum in our range, weighing under 2.4kg. It features the revolutionary ULTRA COMPACT X3 technology, which compacts dust to extend suction power and maximize bin capacity.
HF1 Plus, featuring up to 45 minutes of runtime, is equipped with our exclusive ANTI-TWIST™ technology to prevent hair from wrapping around the brushbar while cleaning.
HF4 Hydro includes the new Hydro nozzle, which features an integrated water tank on top, and three mop pads underneath, leaving floors fresh and clean.
CIH CEO
UK independent retailer buying group Combined Independents (Holdings) Ltd (CIH), part of Euronics, has announced that Paul Tyler will be stepping down as CEO from 4 April 2025.
Midea new factory Brazil
Midea has launched its second home appliance factory in Brazil, now with an annual production capacity of over 1 million units, marking a new milestone in #manufacturing capabilities. 🎉
With an integrated system for production, R&D, and sales, Midea has created a nationwide network of sales and after-sales channels to meet local market needs and foster #innovation.
Moving forward, Midea will continue to focus on product innovation and market share growth in Brazil, while deepening local production capacity and supply chain, further enhancing competitiveness across South America
Simfer launched a new range of refrigeration
Meet the new Simfer Refrigerator Family, which meets different needs from energy efficiency to space optimization, blending advanced technology with traditional expertise! ✅Active-C Fresh Technology ✅Chiller Compartment ✅Humidity Control Drawer ✅Digital Control

Middleby Residential UK
Middleby Residential has announced the appointment of Dominic Worsley, former managing director of CDA, as the new UK group managing director. In this role, Worsley will oversee a diverse range of brands, including Aga, Rangemaster, Rayburn, La Cornue, Novy, and Josper.
Worsley brings a wealth of experience to the position, having spent the past two years leading CDA. His career also spans various roles beyond the kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom (KBB) sector, showcasing his versatile expertise.
Chef Michele Lazzarini teaches unconventional cuisine with Neff
Collaboration between the Neff brand, a brand from the Bosch stable , and the starred chef Michele Lazzarini is enriched, in fact, with a new online initiative destined to become an unmissable event for cooking enthusiasts: the Ingredient Stories column hosted on the Neff website .
An unprecedented culinary adventure, a unique journey made of tradition, passion and creativity to discover the stories behind unconventional raw materials … Chef Michele Lazzarini will show how to find them and transform them into small masterpieces, using innovative NEFF appliances
