Whirlpool new washer

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The laundry room is a must-have for today’s home buyers, but 58 percent of consumers admit doing laundry takes up more than the preferred amount of time, according to a global survey from Whirlpool Corporation. At the 2020 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), Whirlpool Corporation will showcase its newest, most innovative laundry appliances designed to take friction out of the laundry process.


As the world’s leading manufacturer of major home appliances, Whirlpool Corporation is constantly seeking new ways for its appliances to remove extra steps from consumers’ laundry routine to create a seamless experience in the home. From smart capabilities to innovative features and functions, Whirlpool Corporation offers builders laundry appliance packages that provide simplified, personalized care for homeowners.

“The laundry room is an essential home feature and consumers are looking for ways to make the laundry process as easy and efficient as possible,” said Kelly Safis, General Manager, Builder Sales at Whirlpool Corporation. “With our laundry appliances, builders have the opportunity to address these needs and create sought-after spaces that deliver on performance and style.”

The Whirlpool Corporation Booth #C7548 will showcase an all-star lineup of in-demand laundry appliances with innovative, time-saving features. Products include:

Maytag® Smart Front Load Laundry Pair with Extra Power: The new smart laundry pair features an Extra Power button designed to boost stain-fighting performance. In addition, consumers can monitor and control their appliances while away from home1 with smart laundry features. Through notifications and alerts, consumers can manage laundry cycles, avoid unnecessary service calls, maintain their machine and help ensure dependable performance, year after year.

Whirlpool® Compact Washer and Ventless Heat Pump Dryer: This 24-inch laundry pair installs virtually anywhere thanks to its slim, space-saving design. Consumers can tackle laundry day with great features like the Quick Wash cycle and X-Dry. In addition, the dryer uses a ventless heat pump design to take the next step in energy efficiency.
Whirlpool® 24″ Smart All-in-One Washer and Dryer: Perfect for small spaces or for homeowners looking to remove an extra step in their laundry process, the Whirlpool® Smart All-In-One Washer & Dryer completes a load of laundry in the same machine. The unit features a variety of smart laundry capabilities designed to remove guesswork and provide the right care for each load.
“Building industry professionals can count on Whirlpool Corporation for innovative laundry appliances that appeal to the needs and wants of today’s homebuyers, and for our quality services,” Safis continued. “With our extraordinary team of over 150 sales professionals, builders can feel confident selecting an appliance brand, style, features and upgrades that will allow them to give their homeowners the complete and seamless home experience they’re seeking.”

Samsung Reimagines Clothing Care with AirDresser, Innovative New Appliance that Refreshes and Sanitizes Clothes without Washing

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Samsung Electronics today announced the global launch of its innovative AirDresser in markets around the world, including the U.K. and Russia. Samsung’s latest home innovation uses powerful air and steam to remove dust and germs, refreshing and sanitizing clothes to provide easy and convenient garment care.

“Samsung is once again elevating modern life by transforming how we care for our clothes at home, giving consumers more freedom to spend their time doing things they want to do,” said Jennifer Song, Vice President of the Digital Appliances Business at Samsung Electronics. “AirDresser is Samsung’s response to consumer demand for more dynamic performance from even basic appliances, providing an easy and effective home solution to meet their needs for clean clothes that smell fresh, are germ free and look neat.”

Refreshes Your Clothes Thoroughly
Once a garment is hung inside the unit, the user can initiate the cycle and simply wait for the system to run its course: The Jet Air and Air Hangers release powerful air to loosen and remove engrained dust, with only minimal noise and vibration, quiet enough for anywhere inside the home, including the bedroom.

Then, the JetSteam sanitizes the garments to get rid of the bacteria, viruses, and allergens.* Infusing high temperature steam deep into the fabric, JetSteam is the perfect tool for routine sterilization of clothes and many other household items such as linen and soft toys.

AirDresser also uses its Deodorizing Filter function to freshen clothes, breaking down the odor-causing particles caused by sweat, tobacco, and food, while preventing unpleasant smells from building up inside the unit. Meanwhile, Self Clean technology dehumidifies, sanitizes, and deodorizes the interior of the AirDresser without requiring harsh or costly detergents by cleaning with a combination of heat, air, and steam. It even notifies users whenever it needs cleaning every 40 cycles.

Grooms Your Wardrobe Well
AirDresser also ensures clothes are groomed gently, increasing their lifespan by helping consumers avoid washing their favorite items too frequently, which can cause damage to the delicate fabric. Heatpump Drying gently dries clothes at a low temperature, minimizing heat damage and shrinkage. And with Wrinkle Care, the AirDresser can smooth out wrinkles without ironing by using a combination of steam and air to relax the clothes.

AirDresser can also handle delicate materials such as fur, which usually requires professional service. Fur care dehumidifies 90% of the moisture trapped in fur, which increases its volume by 78% and helps maintain its original condition, thus extending its lifespan.** As a result, it can keep a wide variety of items made of fur, including coats, wraps, or shawls, looking their best for much longer.

The unit even keeps clothes outside the unit stay in optimal conditions. The Dehumidification feature draws in air from the room, extracting moisture while pushing out dry air.

Saves You Time and Money
AirDresser can also save consumers time and money when they incorporate it into their daily routines. For example, operating a complete washer-and-dryer process with just one or two items per load or going to the dry cleaners frequently is not time or cost efficient. So, using the JetSteam to sanitize and deodorize your clothes for a quick refresh makes sense. And with Jet Air and Air Hangers able to quickly remove dust off of clothes, you can confidently re-wear outfits without worrying about bad odors or hygiene. Heatpump Drying also reduces drying time with a more effective heat transfer method.

And with the AI-powered capabilities that SmartThings provides, you can enjoy better clothing care and easier maintenance. Home Care Wizard remotely identifies problems and provides a troubleshooting service, while My Closet stores details of your clothes and suggests the best courses for them.

Enrich Your Day-to-Day
Combining the technology with modern design, AirDresser offers a sleek frame that blends flawlessly in any contemporary living space. In Quiet Mode, AirDresser can be run overnight without disturbing sleep and, for added convenience, it features portable water containers for steam at the bottom, so it doesn’t require a water supply or drainage system. This also means the unit can easily be installed anywhere most suitable for the user. AirDresser lets consumers refresh their clothes every day in the comfort of their own home.

LG Expands Industry-First ‘Craft Ice’ Feature To More Refrigerator Models In 2020

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LG Electronics USA continues to redefine the art of home entertaining by expanding the industry-first LG Craft Ice™ feature to 15 additional smart refrigerator models in different sizes, configurations and premium finishes rolling out in spring 2020.LG refrigerators with Craft Ice are the first of their kind in the industry and bring one of the most prolific beverage trends into the home by automatically making slow-melting round ice (measuring 2 inches in diameter) without the hassle of manually filling and freezing ice molds.


LG refrigerators with Craft Ice are the first of their kind in the industry and bring one of the most prolific beverage trends into the home by automatically making slow-melting round ice (measuring 2 inches in diameter) without the hassle of manually filling and freezing ice molds.
LG refrigerators with Craft Ice are the first of their kind in the industry and bring one of the most prolific beverage trends into the home by automatically making slow-melting round ice (measuring 2 inches in diameter) without the hassle of manually filling and freezing ice molds.
LG Electronics USA continues to redefine the art of home entertaining by expanding the industry-first LG Craft Ice™ feature to 15 additional smart refrigerator models in different sizes, configurations and premium finishes rolling out in spring 2020.
LG Electronics USA continues to redefine the art of home entertaining by expanding the industry-first LG Craft Ice™ feature to 15 additional smart refrigerator models in different sizes, configurations and premium finishes rolling out in spring 2020.
With the ability to store up to 25 ice spheres in the freezer drawer bin and auto-replenishment, LG refrigerators with Craft Ice represent a paradigm shift for home entertaining – opening up a new frontier for home mixologists and cocktail connoisseurs, while also keeping sodas, lemonade, iced coffee, and other drinks, colder for longer.

The new 2020 models from LG, the most-awarded brand in home appliances,* offer round LG Craft Ice in the freezer drawer along with crushed and cubed ice in the refrigerator door. Each features an automatic water dispenser that measures the exact amount (4, 8, 16 or 32 ounces) of fresh, filtered water and automatically turns off when done, leaving the guesswork out of measuring for drink mixes and recipes.

The 15 new Craft Ice refrigerators announced at the 2020 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show will be offered in premium finishes including PrintProof™ Black Stainless and PrintProof Stainless Steel under the LG and LG Studio brands. They will be available in various configurations and sizes – French-door, bottom-freezer and side-by-side models in standard and counter depth – for unparalleled custom kitchen design flexibility.

The new 2020 LG Craft Ice refrigerators build on the success of the four award-winning LG InstaView™ Door-in-Door® refrigerators available now – models LRFVS3006S, LRFVS3006D, LRFVC2406S and LRFVC2406D, the first in the industry to offer this exclusive innovation. Recognized for their iconic tinted glass panel in the door, LG InstaView Refrigerators allow users to knock twice to illuminate the interior and see inside, making choosing favorite grab and go foods before opening the door easy and reducing cold air loss.

“With this expanded range of models, LG is offering a wider range of consumers access to one of hottest trends in the industry, as well as providing more exciting choices when designing their kitchen, proving that with LG there’s no need to compromise,” said David VanderWaal, senior vice president of marketing, LG Electronics USA.

Each of the Craft Ice models are equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity for enhanced convenience. Using the LG ThinQ® mobile app, users can manage LG smart refrigerators remotely, receive alerts if the refrigerator door is left open, set fresh food and freezer temperatures or turn IcePlus™ on and off. For added convenience, LG smart refrigerators respond to voice commands via Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant.

LG refrigerators with Craft Ice will also support LG Proactive Customer Care – a new smart customer service solution that leverages artificial intelligence to deliver peace of mind and enhanced customer satisfaction, along with improved product performance and longevity. The service can immediately alert users to potential problems before they occur, expedite repairs when they are needed, and offer useful maintenance tips to keep LG appliances performing their best.

The expanded 2020 line of LG Craft Ice refrigerators starts at $3,499 and will begin rolling out at retailers nationwide in March.

        Natufia to feature the world’s first fully-integrated and automated hydroponic kitchen garden at KBIS 2020

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        Luxury smart home appliance brand Natufia will be exhibiting at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas, Nevada, from Jan. 21 to 23 in booth SL1625. The company will feature the Natufia Kitchen Garden, which is the world’s first fully-integrated and automated hydroponic kitchen garden.

        The technology of the Kitchen Garden automatically maintains the perfect light, temperature, water and pH level to ensure optimal health for the plants. It also optimizes all minerals, nutrients and vitamins for the non-GMO leaves and flowers. Since it is controlled indoors, homeowners do not need to worry about pesticides, herbicides or fungicides. These are year-round, 24/7, kitchen-to-table ingredients without the concern of weather challenges or seasons.

        “The Natufia Kitchen Garden goes beyond farm-to-fork and provides herbs and plants from kitchen-to-table,” said Gregory Lu, Natufia co-founder. “Moreover, it reduces waste in the food supply chain and gives the homeowners year-round control over what they want to grow, regardless of climate or season. ”

        “With the combination of our robust technology and high-end design, you can now practice a sustainable lifestyle and eat healthy while minimizing your environmental impact through packaging, pollution, food miles, food waste and toxins,” said Lu.

        The seeds are strictly non-GMO, certified both organic and Demeter—today’s most strict certification for seeds. They come in individual, patented seedpods and can grow anything from basil to lemongrass. The unit simultaneously grows 32 plants in handmade ceramic cups. The watering is fully automated, cascading from the top, down to each cup. This ensures that each plant receives the necessary amount of water and nutrients, which are dissolved directly into the water. Each Kitchen Garden can produce enough plants and herbs to ensure two harvests a day.

        Also, by connecting it to the Wi-Fi, owners can monitor and control the machine through the cloud. It even has three playlists to play music for the plants: classical, ambiance and nature sounds.

        Additional benefits and features include:
        Specially developed LED lights mimic nature and provide the optimal range of the light spectrum for plant growth.
        Tinted glass so people can see their plants growing in real time.
        Food-grade stainless steel for aesthetics and a clean environment for plants.
        The unit can be integrated seamlessly into any high-end kitchen design, similar to other appliances.
        Natufia was recently awarded Best in Category for “Socially Responsible Design” at the WestEdge Design Fair, and a Product Innovator Award 2019 from KBB Magazine. For more information about Natufia, please visit https://www.natufia.com/.

        Samsung Electronics unveiled the latest edition of its Family Hub refrigerator

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        Samsung Electronics unveiled the latest edition of its Family Hub refrigerator, with intelligent new features that automate meal planning and other daily tasks and deliver a more personalized experience. Family Hub for 2020 will enable families to more easily share life’s important moments with one another and control more of the connected devices within their smart home.

        “In the five years since we launched Family Hub, we have introduced innovations that reflect the new ways that busy, modern families are managing their daily lives,” said John Herrington, Senior Vice President, General Manager of Home Appliances, Samsung Electronics America. “The latest Family Hub is the most innovative yet, with more personalized, intelligent features that enable busy families to stay better connected to one another.”

        The latest version of Family Hub is simple, sophisticated, and modern, making it the perfect addition to today’s connected kitchen. In response to years of consumer insights with Family Hub, the next generation delivers innovative features that people want the most: AI-enhanced cameras inside the refrigerator and improved, thoughtful meal planning and recipe suggestions tailored to personal preferences. The new Family Hub also enables families to share more types of media and entertainment together, and brings a new level of control to the connected home.

        24 in. Microwave Drawer™ Oven with Sharp Kitchen App & Easy Wave Open (SMD2489ES)

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        If you’ve ever needed some help from a digital assistant while preparing a meal in the kitchen, you’ll want to take a look at this product from Sharp Electronics. At CES, the company showcased the Sharp 24 in. IoT Microwave Drawer, a built-in oven that features airflow control for flush mounting, a touchless opening mechanism, and it can be controlled via the Sharp Kitchen app or with Alexa voice commands.

        White appliance prices jump in Japan over past 10 years

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        Prices of refrigerators, washing machines and other “white goods” are rising in Japan, pushing up the earnings of domestic electronics makers.

        The average price of washing machines has soared about 90% over the past 10 years, while air conditioners and refrigerators have risen about 20%. Once the target of operational restructuring efforts by manufacturers because of their low profit margins, white goods are now being marketed in Japan as high value-added products. This is in contrast with television sets and other “black goods,” which are facing fierce competition from South Korean and Chinese makers. Retail prices of washing machines in Tokyo averaged 188,324 yen ($1,742) in 2019, up about 90% from 101,207 recorded in 2009, according to a report by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. Average prices of refrigerators and air conditions increased 24% and 18%, respectively. Prices climbed in all locales despite regional differences in price growth, the ministry said. In contrast, TV prices dropped sharply. Flat-screen TVs temporarily rose as high value-added products when they replaced picture-tube TVs, but plummeted to the price of their forerunners in 2010 due to widespread acceptance. The average retail price of TVs with liquid crystal displays stood at 48,243 yen in 2019, down about 50% from 2009. The price plunge in TVs reflects intense global competition in the sector. Widespread commoditization of materials has effectively made flat-screen TVs indistinguishable except for power sources. Following the lead of South Korean manufacturers such as Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics, Chinese makers like Hisense and TCL have entered the market. Japanese makers have tried to distinguish themselves from overseas rivals by introducing advanced functions ahead of the pack, but have since lost even this edge. A case in point is LG’s organic light-emitting diode, or OLED, TVs featuring high-defintion 8K picture quality. But Japanese refrigerator and washing machine manufacturers have been largely immune to foreign competition in the domestic market due to cost of exporting these heavy, bulky items. In addition, white goods — unlike TVs — require overseas makers to develop products that fit Japanese homes and lifestyles. Many electronics makers in Japan have restructured their home appliance operations, with Toshiba even selling its appliance wing, Toshiba Lifestyle Products & Services, to China’s Midea Group. Companies that have remained — including Panasonic, Hitachi and Mitsubishi Electric — have focused more on functionality than pricing to meet changing consumer lifestyles. “Time saving” and “user friendly” have become keywords in the marketplace, especially as the number of two-income families rises — up about about 20% over the past decade.

        This washing machine by Toshiba Lifestyle Products and Services, now part of China’s Midea Group, can be operated remotely by smartphone. In February 2019, Mitsubishi released an intelligent refrigerator at a retail price of about 290,000 yen. This was 102,991 yen more than the price of similarly sized refrigerators from rivals. Mitsubishi’s product is equipped with artificial intelligence that predicts how users will consume ingredients, defrosting items in the freezer in a timely manner. Meanwhile, Panasonic introduced a smart washing machine that can be controlled remotely via smartphone, including automatically adding detergent and other cleaning agents. The retail price of the unit is 380,000 yen — about 110,000 yen higher than products with similar functionality. The unit is selling well, according to an official from a large retailer, because consumers like the fact that “washing is done when they return home.” Demand for pricey appliances is also strong owing to consumer willingness to spend on highly functional products. But experts question how long the trend will continue. Noting that home appliance replacement cycles are lengthening due to higher quality manufacturing, Toru Miyamoto, senior analyst at market research firm GfK Japan, said, “The pursuit of high functionality is reaching its limit.” As the country grays amid a sharp decline in birthrates, the domestic market has been drying up. The number of households is forecast to decrease about 5% in the next 20 years. Moreover, the large domestic brands are seeing rising competition from upstarts such as Iris Ohyama and its cut-rate appliances, with the along with the emergence of appliance sharing.

        LG new washer

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        LG has announced that it is launching a new Artificial Intelligence powered washing machine, which comes with the companies latest AI technology.This new Ai washing machine come with an Intelligent Direct Drive™ (AI DD) and a range of feature designed to improve washing your clothes.LG’s most intelligent washer is able to detect a mixed load of t-shirts and pants (different from bedding, delicates and other fabric combinations) and program the wash cycle to use customized motions, temperatures and times for the optimal wash. And LG’s new user-friendly ezDispense feature takes the guesswork out of detergent dosage by automatically adding the exact amount of liquid detergent and fabric softener customized for each load size at optimal times during the wash cycle for improved results. And when it comes to drying, the new LG Smart Pairing feature automatically sends the optimal dryer setting for each load directly to the compatible LG dryer for the best results every time.The intelligent washer can also connect with Amazon Alexa through LG’s ThinQ mobile app to provide notifications when the laundry detergent is running low. Customers can enable Amazon Dash Replenishment via the app to automatically reorder pre-selected supplies such as detergent and fabric softener to be delivered right to their door.

        Morus Zero is a countertop tumble dryer that uses a vacuum-based system to dry clothes.

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        Revolutionary Vacuum Drying Technology
        With patented Vacuum+ technology, the water can evaporate much faster
        Your clothes will be dried much faster and well protected in this wayMorus Zero is a countertop tumble dryer that uses a vacuum-based system to dry clothes.

        Its makers claim the technology makes it more energy-efficient than heat-based models. But they may have to address concerns raised by some crowdfunder backers about whether it’s possible to deliver what has been promised.