Designed to deliver a smarter and more personalised washing experience, Vision 15 combines an innovative AI Vision Sensor with a network of 9 intelligent sensors that work together to understand, adapt and optimise every load.
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ASKO Sense & IFA Highlights: How AI is Eliminating Friction in the Kitchen and Laundry Room
Smart home technology is often guilty of creating complexity rather than solving it. Between navigating endless app menus, decoding cryptic laundry icons, or manually pairing connected devices, many “smart” appliances end up feeling like extra work.
Continue readingElectrolux Elevates Intelligent Food Care With Its Latest Fridge‑Freezer Line
Electrolux has introduced a new generation of fridge‑freezers engineered to deliver quieter, smarter and more consistent food preservation — bringing advanced cooling intelligence into everyday kitchen design.
At the heart of the range is GreenZone+, a sealed, humidity‑controlled compartment that protects fresh produce by maintaining the ideal microclimate for fruits and vegetables. Working alongside it, AI CoolAssist learns each household’s usage patterns and automatically adjusts cooling performance to keep ingredients fresher for longer without any manual input.
The line also features the MultiChill 0° drawer, offering flexible temperature zones tailored to different food types — from meat and fish to delicate ingredients that benefit from precise chilling. Cooling 360° ensures uniform cold‑air circulation throughout the cabinet, maintaining consistent temperatures on every shelf and in every corner.
To complete the system, TwinTech technology keeps dry freezer air separate from the fridge compartment, helping food retain moisture, texture and freshness for longer periods.
Electrolux’s latest cooling platform blends intelligent automation with premium preservation performance — giving retailers a strong story around freshness, efficiency and design‑led Innovation.
LG Unveils Korea’s Largest‑Capacity AI Washer‑Dryer Lineup
LG Electronics has announced a major expansion to its premium laundry portfolio with the launch of two new LG Tromm AI Objet Collection models — the WashTower and WashCombo — both delivering the largest combination washer‑dryer capacities currently available in Korea.These new additions strengthen LG’s position in the fast‑growing combo‑laundry segment, blending high‑capacity performance with advanced AI‑driven care.Record‑Breaking Capacities for Bigger LoadsWashTower: 25kg wash / 25kg dryWashCombo: 25kg wash / 21kg dryThis scale makes it possible to handle bulky items — including winter duvets — in a single cycle, a key selling point for households seeking convenience without compromising on performance.⚙️ Core LG Technologies Meet AI IntelligenceLG has integrated decades of component engineering into the new lineup, including:AI DD Motor — selects the optimal drum motion from six patterns based on fabric type, soil level, and load size.Dual inverter heat pump — improves drying efficiency and reduces energy consumption.AI Time Sensing — detects load and displays estimated cycle time within three seconds.AI Time Guidance — learns user habits to deliver increasingly accurate drying‑time predictions.Despite their size, both models achieve Grade 1 energy efficiency, thanks to optimised drum movement and compressor control. Faster Cycles and Improved User Convenience customer feedback has shaped several upgrades:Quick Small Load Cycle: Wash and dry up to 3kg in approx. 64 minutes — over 30% faster than the previous 99‑minute cycle.MiniWash Integration: Users can control both the WashCombo and MiniWash from a single display, reducing bending and improving accessibility.Push‑to‑open detergent drawer: A cleaner, more premium exterior design. Enhanced Care & Maintenance Services LG is also expanding its after‑sales support with a new Direct Water High‑Pressure Cleaning service. This includes:Internal and external drum cleaningUV sterilisationEndoscopic inspectionSteam cleaning of detergent drawer, slot, and gasket These additions aim to reassure customers who prioritise hygiene and long‑term appliance care. Premium Colour Options LG continues to lean into design‑led laundry appliances with new finishes:Luxe SilverSteel BlackThe WashTower is available in seven colours, while the WashCombo comes in four, giving retailers more scope to target style‑conscious buyers.
Tech Giants Are Now Building Whole Houses: Inside the Samsung vs. LG Modular Home Wars
For decades, the battle between Samsung and LG took place in your kitchen and laundry room. They fought over who had the smartest refrigerator, the quietest washing machine, or the sleekest air conditioner.
But the rivalry just breached a massive new frontier. They aren’t just trying to sell you the appliances anymore—they want to build the entire house.
With the rise of “workcations” and people looking for weekend getaways, the modular housing market is absolutely exploding. It’s projected to hit a massive 4.4 trillion won (around $3.2 billion USD) by 2030. Now, Korea’s tech titans are racing to drop fully built, AI-powered smart homes straight onto your empty plot of land.
LG’s Play: The Affordably Luxury “Smart Cottage”
LG struck first with its LG Smart Cottage, a modular home packed to the brim with their premium appliances and high-tech heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
Recognizing that cost is the biggest barrier for people wanting a second home, LG just changed the game. They launched the MONO Core 27, a 27-square-meter (about 290 sq. ft.) open-plan, single-story layout featuring a living room, bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom.
The kicker? It costs 100 million won (roughly $72,000 USD)—slashing the price of their previous model exactly in half. It’s essentially a plug-and-play designer tiny home backed by one of the biggest tech brands on earth.
Samsung Fires Back: The Factory-Integrated AI Home
Not one to be outdone, Samsung just announced its official entry into the market, partnering with wooden modular housing specialist Gongganjegaeso to launch the Samsung AI Modular Home.
While LG is focusing on lowering the price barrier, Samsung is flexing its SmartThings ecosystem ecosystem.
When you order a Samsung modular home, over 20 smart devices—including heat pump boilers, refrigerators, TVs, smart lighting, and security cameras—arrive pre-installed and pre-registered directly from the factory floor. You don’t have to spend days setting up Wi-Fi, pairing devices, or hiring installers. You just turn the key, and your entire house is alive and connected.
Samsung has opened massive showrooms in South Korea ranging from tiny-home scale up to a sprawling 330-square-meter luxury layout, and they are already planning to scale this tech up to four-story apartment buildings.
The Big Picture: Why You Should Care
We are moving past the era of the “smart appliance” and entering the era of the “native smart home.” Instead of buying a house and trying to make it smart with aftermarket gadgets, tech companies are building homes from scratch where the walls, the air, the security, and the appliances act as a single, unified machine
AI-Powered Perfection: CES 2026 Brews Up the Future
At CES 2026, artificial intelligence didn’t just make headlines—it made coffee. From scent-personalizing gadgets to tennis-playing robots with uncanny precision, this year’s show proved that AI is no longer just behind the scenes. It’s front and center, transforming everyday experiences into something extraordinary.
“Alexa, Make Me an Espresso”
One of the standout moments came courtesy of German engineering giant Bosch. Their latest innovation? A smart upgrade to the fully automated 800 Series coffee machine (starting at $1,700), now seamlessly integrated with Amazon Alexa.
Imagine this: you wake up groggy after a late night, mumble “Alexa, make me a double espresso,” and moments later, your perfect cup is ready—no buttons, no fuss. With 35 customizable espresso options, this machine doesn’t just brew coffee; it crafts your ideal morning ritual.
Whether you’re a ristretto purist or a latte lover, Bosch’s AI-powered barista is ready to serve—no apron required.
Siemens’ Matt Edition
Siemens’ Matt Edition brings sleek elegance to the kitchen with a matte black finish that resists fingerprints and hides scratches. This refined look now extends across a full range of appliances—cooktops, ovens, hoods, and more—for a cohesive, modern aesthetic.
🔥 Smart Cooking Meets Style
The inductionAir Plus cooktop combines powerful induction with a built-in extractor and silent ventilation. Features like Fry Sensor Plus ensure perfect results with minimal effort.
🔍 Intelligent Ovens
Matt Edition ovens use AI food recognition to help you cook complex dishes with ease, blending high performance with minimalist design.
🌬️ Ultra-Quiet Ventilation
The wall-mounted hood offers up to 900 m³/h extraction with just 56 dB of noise. Home Connect syncs it with your hob for automatic control.
💨 Steam Drawer & Hidden Hood
The steam drawer supports healthy cooking, proofing, and reheating, all controlled via touch or voice. The integrated designer hood stays hidden until needed, adapting to your cooking with smart sensors and freeing up space.
Midea and Hisense Forge Strategic Partnership for AI and Smart Manufacturing
Chinese home appliance giants Midea Group and Hisense Group have joined forces in a strategic partnership, paving the way for collaboration across multiple fields, including artificial intelligence applications, global advanced manufacturing, and smart logistics.
Leveraging their strengths in digitalization, both companies will work extensively on AI application platforms, focusing on the integration of AI agents in sectors like manufacturing and logistics. The partnership also extends to key initiatives such as green factories, industrial internet advancements, and global production capacity optimization.
In the realm of smart logistics, Midea and Hisense aim to upgrade and enhance platforms by improving the synergy between production and logistics, refining intelligent warehousing systems, and boosting supply chain efficiency—all to streamline inventory management and optimize operations.
ASKO DishDesigner
ASKO Smart Solutions Team has won the prestigious AI Innovation Award by Microsoft at CES 2025 in Las Vegas for DishDesigner.
DishDesigner is an AI-powered cooking assistant that will transform the home cooking to smarter and more personalized experience. Designed to cater to both novice and experienced cooks, it provides tailored recipe recommendations based on individual preferences, available ingredients, and cooking skills. This AI-driven platform, developed in collaboration with Microsoft Azure AI Studio, ensures that users can create delicious meals with what they have on hand, reducing the need for last-minute grocery runs and minimizing food waste.
“DishDesigner is more than just a feature; it’s a comprehensive cooking assistant that tailors itself to your needs and preferences. Through the integration of the ConnectLife app and Microsoft Azure AI technology with ASKO’s premium kitchen appliances, we strive to elevate the home cooking experience, making it more enjoyable for all,”
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