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Now that LG has released a 27” microwave to one-up Samsung in the appliance game…

​Samsung is unveiling its latest smart home appliances at CES 2025, featuring new, smaller displays on refrigerators and laundry machines.

Moving away from its previous emphasis on large screens, Samsung is introducing a new 9-inch AI Home screen for its refrigerators, offering a smaller alternative to the existing 21.5-inch Family Hub. This means consumers will have more options for integrating smart features into their kitchens without the need for a massive display.
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Smaller Screens, Same Smart Features:
The 7-inch AI Home display, already featured on the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo, is also coming to the newly launched Bespoke AI Washer and Dryer set. These smart appliances offer a range of advanced features, including:
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• Internal cameras: To view the contents of your fridge without opening the door.
• On-screen guidance: For recipes and wash cycles.
• Entertainment features: Compatible with various streaming services.
• Bixby voice control: For hands-free operation.
• Appliance information: Displaying internal temperature and wash cycle details.
• Map View: Turning the display into a smart home hub for monitoring and controlling other devices.
• SmartThings compatibility: For seamless integration with other smart home devices.

While there's no official word on Matter compatibility yet, it's expected to be added soon, given Samsung's recent rollout of Matter support for other appliances.

A Shift in Strategy:
This move towards smaller displays suggests a change in Samsung's "Screens Everywhere" strategy, offering more discreet integration of smart features. As Samsung Electronics' Jeong Seung Moon explains, they are expanding consumer options by developing screens of different sizes and products that effectively incorporate them.

This new approach offers a welcome change for those who appreciate smart functionality but prefer a less visually dominant presence in their homes.

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