New solution from Midea Group capable of supporting all smart home brands unveiled at IFA Midea Group topped off its return to IFA this year with the official launch of its brand new SmartHome app. The neutral app is capable of supporting the entire range of brands of the Fortune Global 500 company and has already been met with widespread acclaim including winning a Red Dot Design Award.
By opening up the app to all Midea Group smart home brands, SmartHome also opens up a whole host of new possibilities. Consumers no longer need to have a different app for each brand. SmartHome is capable of providing a one-app solution where the setup and interface are the same for each device regardless of which Midea Group brand it is.
With all Midea Group brands capable of being housed inside one single app, the opportunities for interconnectivity increase exponentially. Where before a consumer may be unable to control the temperature and humidity in their home because the air conditioner and dehumidifier belonged to different brands, now they can be set to work in tandem to provide a perfect welcome home after work. Where once a washer and dryer may work separately despite being next to each other in the kitchen, now the washer can communicate what type of load is being washed so the dryer can choose the most suitable drying program that gives consumers laundry that feels dry and fresh.
The launch of SmartHome also saw a series of other new exciting features added to the app. In the current climate, few issues are more important to consumers than energy saving and a whole new energy dashboard has been developed for the SmartHome app. This enables consumers to closely monitor their energy usage in across all the connected devices in their home and receive energy-saving tips based on usage trends.
This emphasis on environmental friendliness is also reflected in the refreshed UI of the app that boasts a green color scheme along with a cleaner layout. The UX has also been optimized to provide consumers with a seamless user journey that offers an intuitive design every step of the way including an overhauled home screen that makes it easier to control devices. All of these updates have led to SmartHome winning a Red Dot Design Award for Brands & Communication Design.
While the app has already been well received and won awards, the launch of SmartHome represents what is just the beginning of an exciting journey to a more open, more connected, and ultimately, smarter home. As the tasks that devices are capable of become more advanced and the ways they can talk to each other multiply, consumers will be able to use the SmartHome app to tap into the true potential of their home.
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Franke introduced Mytico to Australia
Franke Coffee Systems unveiled its newest product line, Mytico, to the Australia and New Zealand markets. The Mytico range is the first to be released in Franke Coffee Systems’ latest product category. The product release was the highlight of the opening of the new state-of-the-art Franke showroom. The modern space is a contemporary take on traditional European design to showcase the latest in professional coffee systems.
Hisense has invested 45 million euros in a new factory
Hisense has invested 45 million euros in a new factory for the production of cutting-edge refrigeration appliances in Valjevo. In the new Valjevo 3 factory They will manufacture side-by-side refrigerators under the Hisense, Gorenje, and Asko brands, primarily for export to demanding European markets. The opening ceremony that marked the completion of the construction and the official opening of the factory was attended by the Serbian Prime Minister Ms Ana Brnabić who said she was extremely grateful to Hisense for showing great respect and trust in the country and its people by investing and creating over 3000 jobs in Valjevo, Serbia. “This factory represents our unwavering commitment to this community, country, and the European market,” added Hisense Europe CEO Hanson Han.Gorenje has been successfully operating in Valjevo for 17 years. The opening of our new factory signifies the employment of an additional 1,000 workers over the next three years. The factory is situated next to the existing one on a 45,000 m² site, housing a modern production hall covering 30,000 m², warehouses, and a modern cafeteria for employees. The planned production in the new factory will reach 750,000 side-by-side appliances annually, contributing to a total production of 1.7 million appliances per year across all three Gorenje Valjevo facilities by 2025. These state-of-the-art refrigerators appliances from Valjevo will find their place in homes throughout Europe, serving all European markets that Hisense is currently present on.
Whirlpool Corporation Named One of the World’s Best Companies for 2023 by TIME
Whirlpool Corporation announced today that it has been recognized as one of the World’s Best Companies for 2023 by TIME magazine. To create the list, TIME partnered with Statista, a leading provider of market and consumer data, to conduct a comprehensive research study identifying the top performing companies across the globe. Whirlpool Corp.’s inclusion on the list reflects its dedication to delivering products and solutions that enhance the lives of people around the world while contributing to a more sustainable and responsible future.Whirlpool Corp. is frequently recognized as an exemplary organization. This year alone, Whirlpool Corp. was named one of the Worlds Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek, one of America’s Most Just Companies for 2023 and one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune for the 13th consecutive year.
CLEANR’s New Microplastic Filters
CLEANR won four “Best of IFA 2023” awards for its innovative microplastic filter technology designed for washing machines.
CLEANR’s technology, inspired by natural filtration systems found in fish and other marine life, could potentially prevent over 280 million plastic bags’ equivalent from entering waterways annually in the EU and U.S. Its unique approach uses fluid patterns to create a vortex that isolates microplastics, outperforming traditional filtration methods by over 300 percent. Rigorous testing has validated its superiority.
Haier 959 series front load fully automatic ‘Made in India’
Haier Appliances India has launched its new 959 Direct Motion Motor Fully Automatic Front Load Washing Machines in the country. Haier is dedicated to creating advanced laundry solutions with smart home technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and IoT capabilities, all aligned with its mission ‘Make in India, Made for India.’The 959 Super Drum Series of washing machines by Haier utilizes cutting-edge Direct Motion Motor technology to reduce vibrations and noise, increasing the machine’s durability. These machines are equipped with AI and IoT features, ensuring a seamless laundry experience.
The AI-DBS (Dynamic Balance System) software maintains a stable washing process. Haier addresses space constraints in Indian homes with a slim, redesigned body that fits easily in kitchens, washrooms, or balconies.Integrated Wi-Fi Control allows users to manage the washing machine remotely via a smartphone. The Haier HaiSmart App simplifies operation, enabling users to choose wash programs, start, stop, and pause cycles, and receive notifications for added convenience
Electrolux Group puts the spotlight on resource efficiency with AEG EcoLine
Global appliance company Electrolux Group – under its premium brand AEG – is showcasing, for the first time, its most resource-efficient models at IFA 2023: the AEG EcoLine. AEG EcoLine is a dedicated selection, presented in-store and online, of the company’s most resource efficient appliances covering all major product categories and aimed at helping consumers to reduce climate impact while providing high-quality performance. The sustainable selection of appliances from the current AEG and Electrolux portfolio as well as the new AEG SaphirMatt induction hob with scratch-resistant glass will be revealed at IFA 2023
According to Electrolux Group’s science-based approach and Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs), approximately 85% [1] of the global climate impact of an appliance, during its lifespan, is generated when it is in use. Therefore, to help reduce climate impact while providing high-quality performance, all models within AEG EcoLine have been designed to be used effortlessly, at their top efficiency, every day while meeting the brand’s strongest energy label ratings.
“Technological innovation is at the heart of every model within AEG EcoLine with functions designed to make life of consumers more enjoyable while making it easy to take more sustainable choices. Resource efficiency and performance without compromise is what consumers want and it’s what AEG EcoLine delivers,” says Chris Braam, CEO Europe Electrolux Group.
“We chose IFA 2023 to present the AEG EcoLine selection to an international audience because of its important role in highlighting innovation. AEG EcoLine is a significant step forward in making resource-efficient models stand out when people are looking for an appliance in-store or online, and we are very much looking forward to showcasing it to our trade partners and consumers in Berlin,” adds Braam.
Better than the best A rating
The new AEG EcoLine selection covers all the main product categories ensuring it meets the appliances needs of the entire home.
Within laundry, AEG EcoLine will be showing washers which have an energy rating better than the best A rating on the market and with resource saving features such as AutoDose, which saves detergent, and UltraWash which cleans efficiently at 30ºC and saves 30% energy [2].
AEG EcoLine tumble dryers with heat pump technology can save up to 68% more energy versus a traditional tumble dryer [3].
AEG EcoLine ovens retain minerals and vitamins while using up to 20% less energy when cooking with steam [4], and a steam cleaning function saves up to 95% energy versus pyro cleaning [5].
The new AEG 7000 cordless cleaner is made with up to 70% recycled plastic, when using Auto Mode, it can save up to 47% energy and prolong running time [6].
Other appliances included in the AEG EcoLine are hobs, hoods, dishwashers, free-standing cookers and air purifiers
Electrolux Susegana factory
Susegana plant in Italy. Already one of the most automated production sites in the world. Here we produce built-in refrigerators that protect food quality and promote sustainable living, including the Electrolux 500-900 /AEG 5000-9000 fridge which contains 70% recycled plastic in the inner liners – a world first. The factory also sends zero waste to landfill.
And with new investment coming to the factory later this year, we will be able to create a new assembly line (to accompany two others) and high-tech systems, as well as retrain workers to further establish Susegana as a highly automated and digitalized production environment with an outstanding workforce.
IRobot launch
iRobot launch new products, they are introducing an expanded line-up of 2-in-1 robots as well as the latest version of our software – iRobot OS 7, with Dirt Detective technology and SmartScrub. With our flagship Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+, as well the recent introduction of the Roomba j5+ and Roomba i5+, we’ve embarked on our most ambitious product launch cadence in company history.
iRobot understands that customers need to trust a robot will deliver on the promise of automated cleaning. If a robot is continually getting stuck, losing its way, smearing carpeted surfaces with wet mop pads and so on, then a customer’s trust in that product breaks down. The new Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+ tackle competing product shortcomings head-on with superior engineering, iRobot OS intelligence and thoughtful digital experiences. They are designed so you can trust your robot will get the job done right.
