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Laundry? Chores? Let Samsung Home Appliance with Bixby handle it

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“Let AI handle what I don’t necessarily want to think about.”

This is what I recently told someone about how I want AI or Artificial Intelligence to be part of my life. Right now, there’s been more implementation of AI in desk work and creative fields – and it has been helpful somewhat.

However, my personal take is that AI should handle the tasks I don’t necessarily look forward to doing. For someone like myself who is domestically challenged, that means house chores. And what I saw during a Samsung Home Appliances showcase in Bangkok was encouraging. 

The concept of a smart home isn’t exactly new. But the refinements with the help of AI offer quality of life things on washers, refrigerators, and more that can really come in handy. 

AI Wash+ 

Laundry is one of the last few things I ever want to spend brain cells on. Perhaps that’s the case with other people too and Samsung caught on to that.

I already make a ton of micro decisions all day because of the nature of my work. Not to mention there are also these existential choices to make like “what am I having for lunch,” or “do I really need to shower for this video call?” So no, I don’t want to guess how much detergent to use or whether my jacket needs a delicate cycle or a full spin to the shadow realm.

Thankfully, Samsung’s Bespoke AI Washers exist. These machines with the AI Wash+ cycle have the emotional intelligence I clearly lack when it comes to laundry. 


You load it up, press a button, and boom: the washer figures out how dirty your clothes are, what fabric types you’re mixing, and how to adjust detergent, water temp, spin speed, and wash time accordingly.

It even knows the difference between outdoor gear and denim — and handles both gently.

The top load version adds features like AI VRT+, which reduces noise and vibration by reading your floor. Meanwhile, AI Energy Mode tries to be more eco-conscious than I’ve ever been.

Best part? You control it all from a 7-inch touchscreen called AI Home, so you can pretend you’re managing a spaceship instead of dirty socks. So yeah, it’s nice to have a washer that overthinks so I don’t have to. 

Smart Fridge 

I’ve made peace with the fact that I’m not a “home chef.” I don’t meal prep. I don’t plan ahead. And most of the time, the fridge is just a glorified lightbox I open while deciding between snacks or ordering again.

And fridges like the Bespoke AI Refrigerator Side-by-Side had me wishing I had both the money to purchase it and the space in my home to host it. I have neither, but let me tell you why I now covet one. 

Right on the front is a 9-inch AI Home screen, which shows your calendar, the weather, and other helpful little reminders — all without asking you to deep dive into a sea of apps. It’s like having a polite assistant who just lives in your kitchen and doesn’t judge your life choices.

There’s SmartThings Cooking, too. It can recommend meals and send cooking instructions straight to a smart oven. Would I use that? Not really. But it’s nice knowing the fridge tried.

What I do like is the upgraded Bixby with Voice ID. It recognizes who’s talking, and adjusts accordingly — like showing my schedule, or helping me find my phone. That’s personal AI, not just shared confusion.

And because I am, at the very least, pretending to be responsible, the fridge also tracks energy use with SmartThings Energy. It even reduces power consumption with AI Energy Mode. Less waste, lower bills, no extra thinking required.

Plus there’s a nifty feature too that lets you just glide over a sensor and the fridge opens by itself. Perfect for when I bring over too many ready-to-heat packages that my arms are totally pre-occupied.

AC and vacuum cleaning 

The showcase also touched on air conditioning (AC) and vacuum cleaning things that, to be completely honest, flew over my head. 

One thing about the AC stood out to me though. I cannot count how many times I have come from an event and just want to cool down at home but always forget to turn on my AC before I arrive. 

Samsung’s solution is an AI connected to your phone relaying your approximate location via GPS. Once it detects that you’re nearing your lovely home, the AC will turn on to start the cooling so you arrive ready to enjoy a chilled abode. How neat is that?

On the cleaning side of things, the one thing that stuck with me are the thoughtful additions to their robot vacuum. Existing designs tend to miss certain spots and corners. But now, they’ve added cleaning apparatus that extends beyond the usual to make sure every spot the vacuum goes to is squeaky clean. 

They also improved mobility by making sure the robot vacuum is able to detect and climb minor inclines. Nothing revolutionary, but still very much eye-opening and extremely thoughtful and helpful. 

Bixby is at the heart of Samsung Home Appliances

Ever since the Samsung Galaxy suite of devices embraced Google’s Gemini for many of its AI features, it felt like Samsung’s own assistant, Bixby, had been pushed to the side. That wasn’t the case during the Samsung Home Appliances showcases in Bangkok. 

Bixby, and the SmartThings app, is front and center as Samsung showed off how its bevy of new AI-infused Home Appliances. These include washers, refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, and air conditioners. 

I asked the people at Samsung if this was a conscious decision on their part and this is what they had to say: 

Samsung aims to deliver an optimized AI experience by leveraging various AI agents effectively. We focus on what is most meaningful for people, which is why we work openly with like-minded industry-leading partners. This enables us to curate and cultivate AI-driven experiences in a way no other smartphone brand can. For example, many of the innovative Gemini features included in Galaxy S25 were developed in collaboration with Google from the early stages, ensuring an optimized user experience.

Bixby, Samsung’s voice-based AI agent specialized in device control, will play a pivotal role in advancing AI by enabling more intuitive and effortless control of Galaxy devices, as well as seamless connectivity and management of Samsung products like TVs and home appliances. Additionally, Bixby supports creating SmartThings modes and routines using natural language, making it easier and more intuitive to connect and manage devices.

Samsung’s position as the leading Android brand globally makes Galaxy the most accessible platform for experiencing the benefits of AI enhancements. Our unique ability to integrate AI into our products, experiences and components, from mobile devices to TVs, home appliances and even automotive systems gives us unparalleled reach. Moving forward, Bixby will continue to play a key role in delivering seamless connectivity and advancing Home AI, while Galaxy AI will serve as the connective tissue across a variety of Samsung Galaxy and SmartThings devices for a truly seamless user experience.

That totally reeked of corporate speak but it’s also true. We’re all still figuring out what role AI will play in our lives. I’ve personally somewhat decided where I’d want it in full swing. And Samsung seems to be finding their way around it nicely too, especially when it comes to Smart Home Appliances.

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This pop-up sauna brings the steam room experience into your home

HAZEMOR’s Instant Sauna sets up in about a minute and folds into a closet

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A home sauna no longer needs a dedicated room or a permanent spot in your house.

HAZEMOR’s new Instant Sauna is designed to bring the steam room experience into smaller spaces. It comes with a pop-up frame that sets up in about a minute and folds away when the session is over.

The portable indoor steam sauna uses the brand’s QuickFlow semi-automatic frame, which opens without tools or separate poles.

Once the frame is locked and its four support legs are raised, the sauna is ready for its steamer. The 1,300-watt unit has a 3-liter stainless-steel tank. It produces steam in about two minutes with hot water or six to eight minutes with cold tap water.

Inside, the temperature reaches up to 131°F (55°C), with adjustable steam levels and a timer for customizing each session. A remote control lets users change the settings without stepping outside the enclosure.

The design takes a brighter approach to the traditional steam tent. Finished in warm beige and champagne tones, the HAZEMOR Instant Sauna has two transparent ceiling panels under its SKY TOP WINDOWS design, which let natural light into the space.

Its three-layer insulated fabric pairs a water-resistant exterior with a heat-retaining middle layer and a soft interior surface.

With interior dimensions of approximately 43 × 43 inches and 71 inches of headroom, the sauna leaves room to sit comfortably.

It comes with a folding chair and floor mat, along with the steamer, steam hose, remote control, squeegee, and carry bag.

Price, availability

For those looking to expand their setup, HAZEMOR also offers a Red & Near-Infrared Light Kit for an additional US$ 149. It includes three 10-watt tubes that combine 660nm red light and 850nm near-infrared light.

Storage is factored into the design as well. Folded, the sauna measures approximately 41 × 12 × 12 inches, small enough to tuck into a closet or bedroom corner. Assembled, it needs about 47 × 47 inches of floor space and access to a standard household outlet.

The HAZEMOR Instant Sauna is available now in the United States through the brand’s website for US$ 425. An early-bird price of US$ 319 runs from November 3 to 16, 2026.

Each purchase comes with a one-year limited warranty and a 30-day return window from delivery.

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Samsung brings smarter cooling to older buildings

Smarter building cooling

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Replacing an entire building to improve its efficiency isn’t practical. Hotels, offices, and shopping centers can instead upgrade existing systems to improve comfort and manage operating costs.

Samsung is targeting this opportunity with its heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) solutions. The company combines AI-powered cooling systems with connected building management tools to help businesses modernize existing properties.

Cooling more spaces with fewer outdoor units

Samsung’s DVM S2 Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system sits at the center of its commercial cooling lineup.

A single outdoor unit can connect to as many as 64 indoor units, allowing one system to cool multiple rooms or areas. Samsung says this setup can reduce the need for additional piping and structural work when businesses upgrade existing buildings.

The system also supports more than 10 types of indoor units, giving building operators flexibility when choosing equipment for different spaces.

This flexibility can benefit older properties in particular. Hotels, for example, need to keep rooms and shared spaces comfortable while minimizing disruptions to guests during upgrades.

AI helps manage energy use

Cooling systems can account for a substantial share of a commercial building’s energy consumption. Samsung combines the DVM S2 with SmartThings Pro, its connected management platform for businesses, to help operators monitor and manage their systems.

The DVM S2 uses AI to adjust cooling performance based on operating conditions. SmartThings Pro adds remote monitoring, automated scheduling, energy analytics, and centralized management across multiple sites.

Samsung says the DVM S2 can reduce compressor energy usage by up to 15% under specified internal test conditions. Actual savings depend on installation, building conditions, and usage patterns.

Together, these technologies aim to help businesses maintain comfortable indoor temperatures while avoiding unnecessary energy use.

Modernizing existing buildings

Samsung points to Bali Beach Hotel Sanur as an example of how its cooling solutions can support upgrades to existing properties.

The hotel adopted Samsung’s DVM system to cool areas such as its lobbies, spa rooms, and fitness centers. The installation aimed to improve comfort while preserving the property’s heritage character.

Samsung also sees opportunities for connected cooling systems in offices, shopping centers, and mixed-use developments.

As building operators look for ways to manage energy consumption and operating costs, upgrading existing HVAC systems offers an alternative to major renovations.

Samsung combines flexible cooling hardware with AI-driven controls and connected management tools to help businesses modernize their properties. For operators across Southeast Asia and Oceania, these solutions offer another way to improve building efficiency while keeping indoor spaces comfortable.

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Samsung introduces 18kg washer and 14kg dryer

Bigger loads, fewer cycles

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Samsung Washer Dryer

Laundry isn’t exactly everyone’s favorite chore. For businesses that handle piles of it every day, however, getting it done quickly and reliably is part of the job.

Samsung is expanding its commercial laundry lineup in Southeast Asia and Oceania with two new machines. These are the WF9100F washer with an 18kg capacity. And the DV9100F dryer, which can handle up to 14kg per load.

The machines are designed for businesses such as laundromats, hotels, hospitals, and salons. These establishments need to process large volumes of laundry while making efficient use of their available space.

Bigger loads, faster cycles

The 18kg washer supports six cycles, including Normal, Heavy Duty, Synthetics, Delicates, Clean Wash, and Rinse+Spin. It also features Bubble Wash technology, which dissolves detergent to help it penetrate fabrics, followed by a strong water jet to rinse away dirt and detergent residue.

Samsung says a Normal wash cycle can finish in 36 minutes under its specified internal test conditions. It uses an 8-pound load of cotton and polyester fabric.

The 14kg dryer uses a vented drying system and offers Normal, Heavy Duty, Synthetics, and Delicates cycles. It also has 10- and 20-minute timed drying options.

Built for daily business operations

Both machines are designed for frequent use. The washer has a Direct Drive motor with Inverter technology and VRT+ vibration reduction. Meanwhile, the dryer features a stainless-steel drum designed for durability.

Businesses can also stack the dryer on top of the washer using the required installation kits. This helps maximize floor space, particularly in smaller laundromats and other facilities with limited room.

For maintenance, the washer has a Drum Clean cycle, while the dryer uses a vent sensor to notify users when its air duct needs cleaning.

Expanding Samsung’s commercial laundry lineup

Samsung’s new machines are intended to serve businesses across Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The company is also working with businesses in the region to expand commercial laundry services. In Vietnam, its partnership with TiTi Laundry supports a 24-hour self-service laundromat in Ho Chi Minh City. In the Philippines, Samsung laundry equipment is used by Washwell to handle uniforms and guest laundry for hotel brands including Ibis, Ascott, and Citadines.

With the new washer and dryer, Samsung is expanding its options for businesses that need to process large amounts of laundry reliably, without sacrificing valuable floor space.

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