Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that, in collaboration with the Carbon Trust and other major tech companies, it has launched a new methodology for measuring the emissions and reductions linked to the use-phase of connected devices, such as laptops and speakers.

The launch of this methodology is part of Samsung’s participation in the Decarbonising the Use-Phase of Connected Devices (DUCD) initiative, through which the company has teamed up with the Carbon Trust, Amazon, Microsoft, and Sky to tackle the greenhouse gas emissions resulting from use-phase electricity consumption of internet-connected electrical and electronic products.

These organisations are focusing on the use-phase in particular because it is typically the largest source of product’s carbon emissions throughout its entire lifetime. Globally, connected devices currently require approximately 500 terawatt-hours (TWh) of energy annually — similar to France’s total energy use. Therefore, understanding and accounting for products’ carbon impact and finding ways to drive down emissions while devices are being used is a priority for the tech industry.

This new methodology sets out how companies can assess and report emissions using data drawn from devices that are being used by their customers, enhancing the accuracy of reporting that has until now relied upon lifetime forecasts used in current emissions accounting. Tech firms will also be able to account for emissions reductions that have been achieved in the process of using the methodology.

The annual reporting of use-phase emissions and reporting of emissions reductions will lead to increased transparency in communication to consumers, incentivising companies to make reductions while products are still being used. The standardisation and accuracy of the data will also guide companies to identify innovative solutions to further reduce the carbon impact of their devices.

Samsung’s contributions to launching the new DUCD methodology are a continuation of the company’s commitment to finding new ways to help save energy. This type of innovation is exemplified by SmartThings Energy, which empowers users to track their energy usage and make better energy decisions, as well as AI Energy Mode, which considers usage patterns and electricity rates to help users better manage energy usage[1].

“The use-phase emissions make up the lion’s share of our products’ carbon emissions across their lifecycle, and measuring is key to managing and reducing emissions,” said Inhee Chung, Vice President of the Corporate Sustainability Center at Samsung Electronics. “At Samsung, engaging and empowering consumers through our energy saving solutions is a key element of our climate strategy, and we look forward to applying the DUCD methodology to demonstrate how our SmartThings platform and its AI Energy Mode support  consumers to monitor and help reduce the energy use of their connected devices.”

“Connected devices are becoming increasingly relevant in everyday life and so it was important to bring key players in the technology industry together to start to address use-phase emissions now. This collaboration has produced a significantly improved approach for the calculation and reporting of carbon emissions and reductions achieved from connected devices and lays the foundation for further efforts to address emissions in this challenging area,” said Felix Prettejohn, Senior Consultant at the Carbon Trust.

[1] The SmartThings App is available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required. Users are required to utilise a single log-in account between the devices.

On World Environment Day, we explored ways and smart practices we can incorporate in our daily lives, using Samsung’s latest smart appliances and devices that integrate connectivity and cutting-edge technologies like AI. 

Save Energy, Save Costs

Using AI Energy Mode with the WindFree Conditioner

Take your energy monitoring to the next level with the SmartThings Energy[1], Artificial Intelligence (AI) Energy Mode[2]. AI Energy Mode uses AI to keep track of usage patterns and power consumption of your compatible appliances, by providing an overview of daily, weekly, and monthly power consumption across Bespoke AI appliances, and analyses the data to provide useful insights through the SmartThings app[3].

For the Bespoke Top Mounted Freezer refrigerator, AI Energy Mode recommends users to switch to AI Energy Mode when an estimated monthly electricity bill goes over preset targets.[4] It also helps adjust Air Conditioners’ settings based on your usage patterns, room temperature, and humidity.

Forgot to turn off your lights before leaving the house? Fret not about incurring unnecessary electricity costs. The power-off function on the SmartThings app lets you turn off your compatible appliances, such as TVs, kitchen appliances, lights and even plugs[5] remotely whether you are in another room or outside your home.

Set up your power-off routines in a few taps

With SmartThings Energy[6] on the SmartThings App, your compatible devices can also be programmed to power down by scheduling. For instance, enable location-based routines and cue SmartThings to turn off your compatible household appliances such as the air-conditioner when all your family members have left home.

Clean Home, Conscious Consumption

Doing laundry may seem like a chore, so efficient time management is always helpful. Connect your compatible Samsung washer to SmartThings and receive timely notifications when the wash cycle is done or if any errors occur – so you can start saving time and energy today!

Step-by-step optimal cleaning with AI Wash

Another handy feature is AI Wash, which helps you wash clothes thoroughly[7] but gently with less detergent waste and effort[8], and built-in sensors that do all the hard work for you, working to determine the optimum amount of water and detergent to use, as well as the optimal amount of water to rinse the load.

Intensive and intelligent cleaning with the Bespoke Jet AI

Beyond laundry, keeping your home clean is likewise a breeze with Bespoke Jet AI, the world’s first UL Verified AI cordless stick vacuum cleaner[9]. Equipped with AI mode[10] which classifies complex cleaning environments[11]

Eat Well, Reduce Food Waste

While savoring food is often a highlight of our day, the preparation process can be tedious and sometimes result in unintentional food wastage.

Manage your food simply to make sure no ingredient goes to waste. Before grocery shopping, check a food list on the SmartThings App[12], created with the help of AI Vision Inside[13] that uses an internal camera[14] to automatically identify certain fresh food items. All Family Hub refrigerators allow users to view images of items in the door bins, manually manage a food list and set use-by dates, and get recipe recommendations based on the food list with Samsung Food on the Family Hub touchscreen.

Baking for the family or roasting a feast for friends? Make cooking easy, fun, and shareable with professional results using Bespoke AI Oven’s AI Pro Cooking’s[15] artificial intelligence.

The Sense Inside function recommends recipes based on ingredients

Serve up amazing dishes while saving time to ideate recipes with AI Pro Cooking’s Sense Inside[16] function that recognises ingredients, recommends recipes, and optimise settings with just one button[17]. It also monitors the doneness of your food, guiding you on whether your food is under or overcooked, and even alerting you if burning is detected[18].

Check on your dish with the SmartThings App[19]

Last but not least, AI Pro Cooking’s View Inside internal camera[20] eliminates the guesswork for you, helping you check on your dish without frequently opening the oven door, ensuring a more convenient and effective cooking process.

Be it optimising your energy usage with the handy AI Energy Mode or saving time on laundry or cleaning chores, take these small and mighty steps to using less and living more today!     

[1] SmartThings Energy currently works with around 40 Samsung home appliances that are SmartThings enabled. These include air conditioners, air purifiers, clothes dryers, cooktops, dishwashers, energy meters, hoods, microwave ovens, refrigerators, TVs (from June 2022), vacuum cleaners and washing machines.

[2] Currently supported by nine Samsung appliance categories, including refrigerators, air conditioners, washers, dryers, dishwashers, air purifiers, dehumidifiers, hoods, and TVs. Selected models only.

[3] The SmartThings App is available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required. Users are required to utilise a single log-in account between the devices.

[4] SmartThings will display a notification before activating the saving algorithm in both ‘Maximum Mode’ and ‘Custom Mode’.

[5] Currently supported by four Samsung appliance categories including air conditioners, air purifiers, hoods, and TVs. Selected models only. Supported third-party devices are only selected plugs, lights, and switches.

[6] Available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required.

[7] Based on AI-created algorithm. Actual results may vary depending on individual use.

[8] Compared to cycle without AI Wash. AI Wash holds detergent for up to 1 month’s washing, based on the average of 4 loads per week. May vary depending on the washing load and settings.

[9] In May 2023 it was the first cordless stick vacuum cleaner to receive AI certification from UL Solutions, a leading independent safety science organisation.

[10] AI Cleaning mode related functions/performance will be continuously updated and upgraded through SmartThings.

[11] The ability to identify different cleaning environments can be affected by environmental conditions.

[12] User may need to manually operate the list for accuracy.

[13] As of March 2024, AI Vision Inside can recognise 33 food items, such as fresh fruits and vegetables. If a food item is not recognisable, it may be listed as unknown item. AI Vision Inside cannot identify or list any food items in the refrigerator door bins or freezer. It recognises food items based on deep learning models, which may be updated periodically to improve accuracy.

[14] A red light will turn on when the camera is working. The user’s appearance can be captured, but surroundings other than food items will automatically be blurred.

[15] AI Pro Cooking is only available on 76L Built-in Pyrolytic Flex Door Oven with AI Camera – NV7B6799AAK.

[16] Only available when using the Auto Cook menu. The type and quantity of some ingredients may not be recognized.

[17] Based on an AI created algorithm and not real time learning. After the ingredients have been identified and the recipe selected, if pre heating is required, the ingredients need to be removed from the oven during pre-heating. If pre heating is not required, they can be cooked immediately after they have been identified.

[18] May not work properly when cooking specific food items that are a dark color or have a cover, which can hinder recognition. So you should also monitor the cooking status yourself.

[19] The SmartThings App is available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi Fi connection and a Samsung account are required. This scene is staged and for illustrative purposes only. The images shown may differ from those captured by the actual camera.

[20] The camera is only operating when the light is on.

Performance upgrades for the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra include an 18% increase in CPU, 28% increase in GPU, and 14% increase in NPU compared to the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S9+ models[3].

This improved processing power enables faster and more responsive AI features, which are now easily accessible with written prompts using the new Galaxy AI Key[4] on the Book Cover Keyboards[5] to customise AI assistant. Cutting-edge software includes features such as Note Assist and Drawing Assist, optimized for the tablet form factor. The Galaxy Tab S10 series also acts as a home AI device, with a 3D Map View[6] that gives a visual overview of the home and all connected devices to streamline device management across the SmartThings ecosystem. Robust Samsung Knox security ensures data privacy and control, while innovative materials underscore Samsung’s commitment to a more sustainable future.

“The Galaxy Tab S10 series is Samsung’s first tablet built with AI enhancements available right out of the box, and it’s the latest addition to the Galaxy AI family,” said MC Lee, VP, Head of Galaxy Ecosystems Business Team, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “We’re proud to add to our seamless ecosystem of connected devices, bringing versatile experiences that only an AI tablet can offer through the Galaxy Tab S10 series’ blend of power and portability.”

Peak Performance on the Go

Built on Samsung’s legacy of providing powerful experiences, the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S10+ harness significant leaps in AI processing power to deliver a supercharged, reduced lag experience. The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra includes an 18% increase in CPU, 28% increase in GPU, and 14% increase in NPU compared to the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra[7]. Coupled with long-lasting battery life[8] and Super-Fast Charging[9], the Galaxy Tab S10 series allows the device to be used for longer, with less time spent waiting for it to charge.

Elegant Build Quality, Mesmerising Display

The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra’s 14.6-inch display and Galaxy Tab S10+’s 12.4-inch display[10] both feature cutting-edge Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology and offer a vibrant yet natural viewing experience, even outdoors. Details remain clear with the anti-reflective coating[11], minimizing distracting glare and reducing reflection rate. The series’ quad speaker setup is further enhanced with AI-powered Dialogue Boost[12], which amplifies voices over unwanted noise to help create ultra-clear audio. And for use on the go, the Galaxy Tab S10 series offers uncompromised durability with an IP68 rating[13] further protected by enhanced Armour Aluminium[14] — built to handle bumps and scraped to use anytime, anywhere.

Work Smarter, Achieve True Creativity

The Galaxy Tab S10 series offers an efficient experience — enhancing productivity —and serves as the ideal canvas to let out your creative side.

• With Note Assist[15] and the intuitive S Pen, notetaking is a breeze on the tablet’s large display. Schoolwork, note-taking, and personal journaling become more efficient with automated transcriptions and summaries provided by AI. With PDF Overlay Translation[16], the Galaxy Tab S10 series can also seamlessly translate PDFs via an on-screen overlay.
• Galaxy AI’s Sketch to Image[17] makes the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra perfect for turning imagination into reality, acting as the ideal creative assistant for overcoming mental roadblocks.
• With Circle to Search[18] with Google on the Galaxy Tab S10 series, you can Circle to Search anything without switching apps. Instantly translate anything you see on your tablet with Google. Without switching apps, you can translate images, video or text in two taps. Quickly get the info you need, then get right back to what you’re doing.
• The Galaxy S Pen’s Air Command with AI provides instant access to Galaxy AI Assistant features without toggling between menus. AI Assistant apps can also be easily launched by the Galaxy AI Key on the Book Cover Keyboard[19] with written prompts, making it easier for users to choose between Samsung’s Bixby and Google’s Gemini[20] for a customised AI experience.

Intelligent Home Device

Galaxy Tab S10 doubles as a Galaxy home AI device, simplifying device management. With large screen-optimized features such as 3D Map View, it’s easy to see status and take control of SmartThings-enabled devices via the SmartThings widget[21]. Users can also enable SmartThings Energy and AI Energy Mode to easily monitor their devices’ energy consumption. Galaxy AI doesn’t just enhance life on the go, it also takes the stress out of home life.

The Galaxy Ecosystem, Secure and Expanded

The Galaxy Tab S10 series expands Galaxy’s unique connected experience and third-party app ecosystem, offering new and enhanced apps. The Tab S10 series provides access to leading third-party apps including Goodnotes, LumaFusion, Noteshelf3, Clip Studio Paint, PicsArt and Sketchbook[22]. Users can easily control speeds and add dramatic visual effects when editing videos on LumaFusion or seamlessly create content for social media PicsArt’s AI design tools. With the Galaxy Tab S10 series’ extensive third-party app ecosystem, there’s something for everyone.

Samsung is committed to providing users with choice and control over their devices and their data. With Advanced Intelligence settings, users can choose to disable online data processing to ensure their data remains on-device.[23] Samsung Knox’s real-time threat detection and collaborative protection keeps users safe, so they can live life to the fullest.

The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S10+ will be available from 10 October 2024 and offered in one colour: Moonstone Grey.

Specifications

*Specifications may vary by market.

*All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.

** One S-Pen is included in the box. All other S Pens are sold separately.  Use an S Pen that is designed for Galaxy Tab. All other S Pens or stylus pens may damage the screen.

[2] Measured diagonally, Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra’s screen size is 14.6″ in the full rectangle and 14.5″ accounting for the rounded corners. Galaxy Tab S10+’s screen size is 12.4″ in the full rectangle and 12.4″ accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.

[3] The enhanced performance figures are based on a comparison of Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to Tab S9 Ultra. When comparing Tab S10+ to Tab S9+, the CPU performance is 16% improved, GPU is 27% improved, and NPU is 13% improved.

[4] Galaxy AI Key available on Book Cover Keyboard and Book Cover Keyboard Slim only. Keyboards sold separately.

[5] Sold separately

[6] 3D Map View available in the SmartThings app. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required.

[7] The enhanced performance figures are based on a comparison of Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to Tab S9 Ultra. When comparing Tab S10+ to Tab S9+, the CPU performance is 16% improved, GPU is 27% improved, and NPU is 13% improved.

[8] Typical value tested under third-party laboratory conditions. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Typical capacity is 11,200 mAh for Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and 10,090 mAh for Galaxy Tab S10+.  Rated (minimum) capacity is 10,880 mAh for Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and 9,800 mAh for Galaxy Tab S10+. Actual battery life may vary depending on model, network environment, usage patterns and other factors.

[9] Super Fast Charging speed depends on battery level and other factors; use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables; do not use any worn or damaged chargers or cables; incompatible charger or cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. Super Fast Charger sold separately.

[10] Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.

[11] Display features an anti-reflection coating. Previous series models did not feature an anti-reflection coating.

[12] Dialogue Boost is turned off as a default and can be configured in the device settings. Dialogue Boost may be limited to certain platforms.

[13] Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, Tab S10+ and the in box S Pen have an IP68 rating based on lab test conditions and is dust resistant and water resistant for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Ensure the charging port is dry before charging. Please refer to your device’s user manual for further care instructions and limitations.

[14] Compared to Galaxy Tab S9 Series. Armour Aluminium frame is applied to the frame and rear of the device excluding Cam Deco, Pen Deco, side keys and the SIM tray.

[15] Samsung Account and Wi-Fi or mobile data required. Features for Transcript Assist only available on the pre-installed Samsung Voice Recorder app or files recorded using the pre-installed Samsung Phone app, Samsung Notes app or Samsung Interpreter app. May not work on all content pasted or written content. The Auto format function has a limit on the number of characters. Service availability may vary by language. The Summary feature is activated when a certain number of characters is met and is under the character limit. The Voice recording feature for Note Assist may not be supported in some countries. Audio files must be under 3 hours in duration to be processed. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[16] This feature requires a network connection and Samsung Account login. This feature is activated when a certain number of characters is met. Available only with the native Samsung Notes’ PDF Viewer function. Service availability may vary by language. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[17] Sketch to Image feature requires a network connection and Samsung Account login. Editing with Sketch to Image may result in a resized photo up to 12MP. A visible watermark is overlaid on the image output upon saving in order to indicate that the image is generated by AI. The accuracy and reliability of the generated output is not guaranteed.

[18] Requires internet connection. Mobile data fees may apply. Circle to search feature must be enabled. May not work on all visual elements. Google SafeSearch filter applies. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[19] Book Cover Keyboard sold separately. Product design may vary by model. Features and keyboard layout may vary by model or type of language.

[20] Google Gemini requires a network connection and is provided by Google. Gemini is a trademark of Google LLC.

[21] A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required.

[22] App availability and the terms of service may vary by country and region. GoodNotes app comes pre-installed in select markets and comes with a 1-year free full version. Once the free full version period ends, an additional purchase is required for continuous use. App availability and the terms of service may vary by country and region. LumaFusion app comes pre-installed in select markets and requires separate paid subscription. App availability and terms of service may vary by country and region. Noteshelf3 app requires a separate purchase for a Premium plan upgrade. A 30% discount on the upgrade is available only via Galaxy Store. Clip Studio Paint app comes pre-installed in select markets and comes with a free 6-month trial for first-time users. Once the free trial period ends, paid subscription to a monthly or annual usage plan is required for continuous use. Terms of service may vary by country and region. PicsArt and Sketchbook apps requires a separate download from Google Play Store. Additional features may require a separate purchase.

[23] Some AI features may not function correctly if online data processing turned off.

“The technologies we’re unveiling at CES 2023 place sustainability at the core of the user experience,” said Moohyung Lee, EVP and Head of the R&D Team of the Digital Appliances Business at Samsung Electronics. “Our ambition is to become the most energy-efficient appliance brand globally, and our latest products and partnerships will help make sustainable living a reality for more people and more communities.”

SmartThings Maximises Energy Savings

With more than 80 million connected devices across the globe^[2], the SmartThings platform continues to expand while helping to unlock more ways for users to reduce their carbon footprint at home.

Now, SmartThings Energy’s AI Energy Mode^[3] is more powerful than ever, offering support for more devices and regions and even more significant energy savings. Testing on overseas Samsung products suggests that these energy savings include up to 15% more savings for compatible refrigerators^[4], up to 20% for compatible air conditioners^[5], and up to 35% for compatible washers^[6] on select cycles^[7]. These energy saving figures may vary locally.

Industry’s First Smart Home Energy Management Systems (SHEMS) Certification

Samsung’s efforts to enrich and expand SmartThings Energy have led the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) to award Samsung the industry’s first mass-market Smart Home Energy Management Systems (SHEMS) certification. The certification recognises smart home appliances and services that manage and automate connected devices to help consumers gain insights into their energy use, which is designed to inspire energy-saving behaviour, helping customers to reduce costs and facilitate demand response measures that minimise stress on the grid.

The USEPA has also awarded base model Samsung home appliances in the US 260 ENERGY STAR® certifications, including 43 “Most Efficient” recognitions^[8]. Samsung is one of the long-standing leaders with more than a decade of ENERGY STAR award leadership, and a rare recipient of the prestigious ENERGY STAR Corporate Commitment Award.

Helping Make Net Zero Homes a Reality – Offering Households the Ultimate in Energy Efficiency

To empower more people to enjoy energy independence at home, Samsung has unveiled the next phase of its net zero home initiative: the Smart City Project. Working with Sterling Ranch and its long-time technology partner Siemens, the Smart City Project will help establish Sterling Ranch as a master-planned sustainable housing community designed to house 30,000 residents in Littleton, Colorado.

SmartThings Energy will serve as the residents’ primary interactive app to monitor data, with Samsung appliances offering residents real-time insights on their energy, water and natural gas use. Throughout the community, solar panels and household batteries will produce and store energy, while energy-efficient appliances will help minimise power usage and monitor water use to help save resources. Together with smart infrastructure solutions from Siemens paired with smart home and energy optimisation solution from Resideo Technologies, Samsung technologies will make it easy for the residents of Sterling Ranch to enjoy a net-zero lifestyle.

Samsung’s collaboration with Resideo, extends beyond the Smart City Project. Samsung and Resideo are exploring an opportunity to integrate Samsung’s appliances with Resideo’s smart grid solutions to connect customers with energy management programs in California and Texas. In the future, this work could help make more communities smart-grid ready by expanding Resideo’s best-in-class demand response offering and optimising SmartThings Energy’s savings.

Tackling Microplastics Head-on With ‘Less Microfibre’ Technology

While reducing the impact of devices and homes is vital to creating a sustainable future, other clear and present risks to the environment demand our attention. For over a year, Samsung and Patagonia have been working together to address the challenge of microplastics shedding during the laundry process and polluting oceans and other bodies of water.

Samsung’s new Less Microfibre Cycle^[9] and Less Microfibre Filter^[10] are products of that collaboration. A breakthrough in the fight against microplastics, the Less Microfibre Cycle (currently available on overseas models only) can cut microplastic emissions by up to 54%^[11]. Now available in Europe, the cycle will roll out to compatible washers in Korea from February this year and in the US soon ^[12].

Tests carried out on overseas models such as the model featured above have found the Less Microfibre Cycle may reduce microplastic emissions by up to 54%^[11]. The availability of this product in Australia is yet to be confirmed.

Like the Less Microfibre Cycle (the availability of which is yet to be confirmed in Australia), Samsung and Patagonia’s newly developed washing machine filter has the potential to have an impact on the health of aquatic ecosystems. The Less Microfibre Filter helps to minimise microplastic emissions by preventing them from escaping into the ocean at the end of wash cycles. It will be available in select Samsung washing machines in Australia and Europe beginning in the second half of 2023.

BESPOKE refrigerators also feature customisable door panels that support long use by allowing users to easily update their existing appliance’s design instead of replacing it with a new one.

Through close collaboration, technological breakthroughs, and a commitment to becoming the world’s most energy-efficient appliance brand, Samsung aims to lead the way to a more sustainable future. Visit Samsung.com/au to learn more about the eco-conscious innovations Samsung is showcasing at CES 2023.

[1] The new wash cycle called the Less Microfibre Cycle, is already available for select Samsung washers in Europe and will be expanded to Korea early this year and the U.S. by the end of 2023. The availability of the Less Microfibre Cycle is yet to be confirmed in Australia. The Less Microfibre Filter will be available in Australia from Q2 2023.

[2] As of December 2022.

[3] Available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and Samsung account are required.

[4] Available on specific models from May 2023 through a Wi-Fi update. Test results based on a comparison of U.S. models’ factory setting temperatures with and without AI Energy Mode. Results may vary depending on usage conditions and patterns.

[5] Based on internal testing of U.S. models. Results may vary depending on the user’s actual environment and usage patterns.

[6] Based on internal testing on the WF8900B model with an 8lb IEC except for Small Load cycle (4lb IEC). Results may vary depending on actual usage conditions.

[7] Can be applied to Heavy Duty, Small Load, Towels, and Power Rinse courses only when the selected washing temperature is ‘hot’.

[8] As of November 2022. Certifications awarded to US models only.

[9] The availability of the Less Microfibre Cycle is yet to be confirmed in Australia.

[10] The Less Microfibre Filter will be available in Australia from Q2 2023.

[11] Tested with 2kg load of 100% polyester hoodies, comparing Synthetics cycle on Samsung Conventional model of European washer WW4000T and the Less Microfiber Cycle on WW7000B. The results may be different depending on the clothes and environment. Tested by the Ocean Wise Plastics Lab.

[12] The availability of the Less Microfibre Cycle is yet to be confirmed in Australia.