Chips, cameras and WiFi: Samsung adds Bespoke AI to washing machines, ACs, microwaves and more

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Samsung's next big step in the AI race is to add chips, cameras and WiFi connectivity to home appliances like washing machines, microwaves, refrigerators, air conditioners and more. Samsung has introduced its new range of appliances that are powered by AI and is calling this initiative the Bespoke AI platform which is powered by its own Tizen operating system. 

After smartphones, home appliances will now get software updates. The AI training data set as well as the AI features are tuned for Indian use cases, thanks to the efforts of the R&D team in Bengaluru at Samsung Research Institute. So, what will AI exactly do in otherwise dumb appliances like a washing machine or microwave? 

For starters, the connected Samsung washing machine with Bespoke AI features can automatically decode whether your clothes are made of cotton, wool or silk. Accordingly, the washing machine will tune the wash cycle, water temperature, spin cycles, water level and more.

In microwaves, Bespoke AI will enable users to cook recipes without having the user understand temperature and time requirements. With AI, Samsung Bespoke refrigerators can alert whether the food inside is already spoiled or what should be the ideal temperature to increase the shelf life of the food. Yes, there will be cameras inside fridges. AI-powered ACs will exactly tell what's wrong with it and what part needs to be replaced during servicing. 

Bespoke AI connects and helps users control appliances through the SmartThings apps. Samsung claims that AI features will also help increase the longevity of these appliances, with users getting notified when their refrigerator is due for water filter replacement or the air conditioner needs a filter change through the SmartThings App. With the introduction of AI, Samsung aims to reduce the time required to manage these appliances. 

“We are introducing Bespoke AI, our next big innovation in home appliances which will ensure smarter living for Indian homes and reduce energy