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Mint
5 days ago
- Mint
Samsung's Bespoke AI refrigerators learn your voice and know who's speaking
Now times have literally changed in the world of refrigerators; earlier fridges were only appliances that could keep your food preserved, your vegetables fresh for more days, and had inverter compressor technology. But now it has really changed as if we're living in a new advanced world of refrigerators that don't just store food but understand who we are, what we need, and when we need it. Samsung's new smart fridges are one such example. Bespoke AI fridges now support Voice ID features provided by Bixby. With this new update, Samsung's latest Bespoke AI refrigerators can recognise individual voices and understand who is speaking at the moment. When the user voice is registered directly on a fridge, Bixby can identify that person and adjust the display accordingly. This means that your calendar, photos, to-do list, and other settings show up as you speak. It is no longer one screen for everyone; the fridge knows who you are. Another great feature is the double tap feature. Instead of tapping on the Bixby icon on the refrigerator, now you can simply double tap the fridge's display even if it's off to activate Bixby. It is a small feature but very useful in the kitchen. For example, when your hands are messy while cooking in the kitchen, you can just double tap the screen to get a recipe or set a timer. Beyond the voice feature, these Bespoke AI refrigerators are equipped with AI Vision Inside. It's a camera based food identification system. These cameras not only show you what's inside, they can also recognise and track different fresh and packed food items kept inside. This lets the fridge suggest recipes, monitor when the food is about to expire and help reduce food wastage. You can even check the contents of your fridge remotely using the SmartThings app while you're at the store. Speaking of SmartThings, the new fridges work with the app to do many helpful things. You can see how much power the refrigerator is using and get tips to save energy, making it even more useful for users. You can also send recipes and shopping lists from the fridge to your phone. Even better, you can control other smart devices in your home, like lights or air purifiers, right from the fridge screen. These features will make your everyday tasks more simpler. Samsung's Bespoke AI fridges come with helpful features like two ice makers, cooling zones you can adjust, and a big 32 inch screen. You can use the screen to watch videos, see your calendar, or mirror your Samsung phone. These smart fridges also support people with visual impairments using voice control and screen reader options. New features like Voice ID and double tap to wake Bixby are coming to the 2025 models first and will be added to more fridges soon. These fridges do more than just keep food cold. They are becoming smart helpers in the kitchen.
USA Today
11-06-2025
- USA Today
Is a pricey AI fridge worth it? One woman's rant about hers is going viral.
Is a pricey AI fridge worth it? One woman's rant about hers is going viral. Show Caption Hide Caption Woman's AI fridge rant goes viral, claims isn't intelligent after all A woman claims her Samsung refrigerator with AI technology isn't so intelligent after all. Last year when April Matta was looking for a new refrigerator, a line of appliances that boasted innovative features using artificial intelligence caught her eye. The mother of three thought the Samsung Bespoke Kitchen appliances could help her family stay better organized with functions like a digital calendar and grocery tracking, she told USA TODAY. But now that she owns the Bespoke fridge, Matta said the technology hasn't been exactly what she expected — and her experience is going viral on TikTok. "I wasted my money so you don't have to," she says in the clip. On the other hand, Samsung stands by the product, saying that with proper use and care, the features are effective. Home tips: Is there a 'right' way to load the dishwasher? What the fight teaches us Smart fridge confuses husband's head for an avocado Matta shared her experience to TikTok, where her video of the fridge has been viewed over 200,000 times as of June 10. In the video, she said the fridge's main AI feature, which is intended to track grocery items as they are placed inside, hasn't worked as she had hoped — for example, thinking her husband's head is an avocado and a bottle of ketchup is meat. She also said in the video that she hasn't been satisfied with the freezer's ice tray — she says it lacks a sensor to stop making ice — and the outside of the fridge has showed fingerprints and smudging. However, there are a few features Matta likes, including the fridge door's automatic opening function and its connection to her doorbell camera. Matta told USA TODAY that she decided to share the video to debunk the "fancy bells and whistles" that come with the appliance. "Even something as stupid as a fridge, it's not always all it's cracked up to be," she said. "The simple things in life are probably a little bit better." Samsung defends fridge, says AI software update is coming In an emailed statement to USA TODAY in response to Matta's video, Samsung said the grocery tracker, which is called AI Vision Inside, "uses an internal camera to recognize 33 fresh foods as they're placed in the refrigerator." "The owner's manual shares guidance on where to properly hold an item and the importance of waiting for a recognition beep, in order to best utilize this feature and make home cooking more seamless," the statement said in part. The statement said the company introduced the AI technology in 2024. A software update, which will be available later this year, will expands the recognition to 37 food items, according to the statement. Customers also have the choice to turn off the AI Vision Inside feature at any time, the statement said. As for some other features mentioned in Matta's video, Samsung said "customers always have the option to pause ice production using the fridge controls, or with the SmartThings app." The statement also noted that the fridge's stainless steel is fingerprint-resistant, but "can be easily cleaned using a clean, damp cloth." On Samsung's website, the fridge has an overall customer rating of 4.1/5. One customer said it was "the best purchase I have made in a long time." What is an AI refrigerator? How much does it cost? Samsung's Bespoke line, which includes kitchen and laundry appliances, are intended to simplify daily tasks using AI, according to the company's website. According to Samsung's website, the fridge retails for around $5,000 before any discounts are applied. Matta said she paid about $2,500 for hers. The refrigerator has a built in touchscreen called the "Family Hub," which encompasses a lot of the machine's technology. For example, it has access to apps like YouTube and Ring and can play movies or TV shows, according to Samsung. There is also a SmartThings app available to download on smartphone for remote access to the fridge. Other so-called smart fridges on the market include products from GE and LG that similarly offer WiFi or linked apps to control the appliances — each retail for around $4,000. Melina Khan is a national trending reporter for USA TODAY. She can be reached at
Syyaha
13-04-2025
- Business
- Syyaha
Samsung Unveils New Refrigerator Lineup Equipped With Screens and Enhanced AI Vision Inside Feature
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Apr. 13, 2025 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the global rollout of its latest lineup of smart refrigerators, reinforcing the 'Screens Everywhere' vision introduced at CES 2025. This expansion includes the introduction of the 9-inch AI Home screen on the 4-Door, 4-Door French Door and Side by Side refrigerators, as well as an enhanced Family Hub screen on select French Door and Side by Side models. An enhanced AI Vision Inside feature is integrated on select 4-Door and 4-Door French Door models, refining food identification and streamlining meal planning to ensure a more intuitive kitchen experience for users. 'By offering a wide array of refrigerator options across type and also screen sizes, we are expanding choices to meet diverse household requirements,' says Jeong Seung Moon, EVP and Head of the R&D Team for Digital Appliances Business at Samsung Electronics. 'Consumers can enjoy greater flexibility in choosing fridge designs while benefiting from the AI-powered smart home experience Samsung provides.' A Smarter Way To Manage Food, Home, Family Communication and Entertainment Samsung's new refrigerators incorporate the intuitive 9' AI Home screen and 32' or 21.5' Family Hub screens, which are designed to enhance four key areas of daily life: Food, Home, Family Communication and Entertainment. The first category, food, is especially powered by the upgraded AI Vision Inside, which adds four more food items to the list of recognizable types for a total of 37. Furthermore, adding on to fresh food items, AI Vision Inside can now also recognize processed food items. Refrigerators with the enhanced AI Vision Inside will recognize and recommend users to save processed food items that have been placed inside multiple times, allowing up to 50 items to be saved with designated names . Based on the improved food list, the screen will provide tailored recipe recommendations and meal planning , making home cooking more seamless and personalized. Beyond food, the screens also enhance smart home connectivity. The latest advancements provide deeper integration into the smart home ecosystem, making the refrigerator a central hub capable of controlling connected appliances throughout the entire home. With the integration of Map View, users can monitor and control Samsung appliances and even third-party smart home devices like lights and smart plugs. There's also SmartThings Energy , which helps users track and optimize their energy consumption, facilitating greater efficiency in everyday life. The intuitive display provides users with access to a great deal of information about their home, with users also being able to issue voice commands through Bixby . The new Daily Board feature keeps everyone informed and connected. Placed at the heart of the home, the refrigerator screen delivers real-time updates throughout the day — whether it's the morning weather and schedule before heading to work, or daily energy consumption reports in the evening. Users can also easily access their schedules through voice commands and receive tailored responses. By recognizing each family member's voice and replying accordingly, Bixby will serve as both a helpful assistant for the entire household and for each person individually . Additional family-focused features include a shared gallery for storing precious memories and a calendar to help with daily planning. Samsung's latest refrigerators also redefine entertainment in the kitchen, allowing users to stay engaged while cooking or spending time with family. With Spotify integration, users can listen to their favorite music or podcasts directly from their fridge . SmartView Mirroring enables seamless screen sharing from smartphones or Samsung TVs, and the dedicated gallery feature lets families display their favorite photos, adding a personal touch to the kitchen. The Next Generation of Refrigeration The 4-Door Refrigerator is designed to meet the needs of modern households with its innovative features. The 9' AI Home applied on select models allows the refrigerator to integrate seamlessly with the smart home ecosystem. Models that incorporate Hybrid Cooling technology keep produce fresh for even longer, while also allowing extra space by utilizing a peltier module that is compact in size for cooling. By utilizing the conventional compressor and the Peltier module together, AI Hybrid Cooling is capable of providing additional cooling whenever necessary, such as when the internal temperature increases or when AI predicts a potential rise . When users put in a large amount of groceries after shopping, or open the door multiple times in the summer, the Peltier module will assist the compressor to maintain a consistent internal temperature. The 4-Door Refrigerator also comes in Kitchen Fit design, allowing agile installation that requires only a tiny gap of just 4mm from the sides and 20mm from the top. Also, the refrigerator's doors have been enhanced with SpaceMax™ insulation technology that uses less amount of high-efficiency insulation, increasing the space in the doors by 56% compared to previous models equaling 10L in capacity . Users can also enjoy convenience with the wide opening door that opens more than 90 degrees, and the food showcase to store frequently used items. The 4-Door French Door Refrigerator, launching in North America, is available in various configurations, including a 32' Family Hub and a 9' AI Home. This flexibility allows users to choose the best fit for their kitchen. The Auto Open Door feature ensures hassle-free accessibility with just a gentle tap, making it accessible to everyone in all kinds of situations to effortlessly access the inside of the fridge. It also has a Beverage Center that includes a water dispenser and a 1.4L Auto-Fill Water Pitcher that is dishwasher safe and BPA free . Apart from ensuring that fresh, filtered water is always available, the pitcher also allows users to infuse their water with fruits and herbs. The Side-by-Side Refrigerator also offers multiple screen options, including the 21.5' Family Hub and 9' AI Home . The model, featuring an Auto Open Door that opens up widely makes it simpler to reach stored items , is designed for users who prioritize easy access and organization. Select European models are equipped with Hybrid Cooling technology — as seen in the 4-Door refrigerator — to maintain freshness by preventing temperature fluctuations. All three types of refrigerators come with the AI Energy Mode feature, allowing users to reduce energy consumption by up to an additional 10% . Users can choose to activate the mode always, or when electricity bills are expected to exceed the preset target. With these latest innovative solutions, Samsung continues to push the boundaries of the connected kitchen, transforming the refrigerator into an intelligent hub that enhances food management, smart home integration and entertainment. By seamlessly blending AI-enabled convenience with energy efficiency, Samsung is redefining how users interact with their appliances and bringing the future of the smart home to life.
Forbes
28-03-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Samsung's Smart Refrigerators Ramp Up ‘Screens Everywhere' Push
Samsung's new smart fridge for 2025 Samsung Samsung is doubling down on its 'Screens Everywhere' vision with the launch of its latest smart refrigerators. The new lineup packs a plethora of AI skills and now come with multiple display sizes to suit different kitchens. The 2025 range includes fresh takes on Samsung's 4-Door, 4-Door French Door, and Side-by-Side fridge models, now featuring an upgraded AI Vision Inside system and a choice of screen sizes; including a brand-new 9-inch AI Home display. That smaller 9-inch screen may not be as massive as Samsung's Family Hub panels, but it still delivers the same smart features: food tracking, meal suggestions, and smart home controls. If you prefer a larger display, Samsung is still offering the 21.5-inch and 32-inch Family Hub options. Samsung's improved AI Vision Inside can now recognize 37 different food items and even keeps track of frequently stored groceries, making it easier to manage your fridge contents. It works with the built-in screens to suggest recipes, highlight expiration dates, and generally make sure you're not discovering mystery leftovers way past their prime. There's an AI Energy Mode feature on board as well, letting users reduce energy consumption by up to an additional 10%. Earlier this year, the Korean tech giant used its Unpacked launch event to announce a big step toward its 'AI for All' vision; detailing how the SmartThings platform will evolve to make the smart home more intelligent, more personalized, and - crucially - more invisible. Of course, devices like refrigerators are perfectly placed for this purpose. The new fridges can act as a control center for SmartThings devices, including third-party smart plugs and lights, and feature SmartThings features like Map View and Energy Management. The fridges also support voice recognition and Bixby can tailor its responses for different family members. If you want some entertainment while cooking, there's built-in Spotify streaming and SmartView Mirroring so you can beam over your tunes or videos from your phone. Samsung's new smart refrigerators are set to roll out in late spring.
