Samsung Electronics Co,. Ltd. has today received recognition for seven of its products across consumer electronics and mobile experience range at the 2024 Australian Good Design Awards.

The Less Microfiber  Filter has been awarded the Good Design Award Gold accolade for  demonstrating design excellence within the Domestic Appliances category. In addition, the Flex Door Oven with AI Camera and AI Family Hub French Door Refrigerator have received the Good Design Award Winner accolade for showcasing best product design in the domestic appliances category. Furthermore, the Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy Watch6 Classic, S95D OLED 4K Smart TV and Music Frame were recognised with the Good Design Award Winner accolade for best product design in the consumer electronics category.

In its 66th year, and as a pioneer in its field, Good Design Awards has historically showcased the best of design and innovation to a global audience, honouring ground-breaking, cutting edge designs that strive to bring further excellence to Australian homes.  As seven of Samsung’s consumer electronics innovations have been recognised at the 2024 Good Design Awards, this reinforces how Samsung is delivering innovations and solutions that not only meet the evolving needs of Australians but also exceed expectations in relation to design.

The 2024 Australians @ Home Report released by Samsung Electronics Australia highlights how Australian consumers are seeking more than just functionality, expecting technology that delivers real impact and a connected home experience. As technology continues to evolve with the advancements of Galaxy AI, seven of Samsung’s products have been acknowledged for building a human connection through design excellence and its product innovations.

About Samsung’s winning products

Samsung Less Microfiber Filter – Winner: Good Design Gold Award (Domestic Appliances)

Easy to monitor and maintain, the Less Microfiber Filter can help capture up to 98%[1] of microfibers released during a standard wash cycle. By connecting with Samsung’s intelligent connectivity platform SmartThings, the filter can track how full it is from 0 to 100%, alerting users when cleaning or other troubleshooting is required via the SmartThings app[2]

• Of the Less Microfiber Filter, the Good Design Award jury said:  “The Less Microfiber Filter is an external washing machine filter designed to capture up to 98% of microfibers released during wash cycles in select Samsung front load washers and combo units. The Jury commends this innovation for  demonstrating exceptional design but also sets a new standard for  modern household appliances. The integration of such a practical solution into everyday laundry routines exemplifies how strategic design can make a meaningful impact.”

Flex Door Oven with AI Camera – Winner: Good Design Award (Domestic Appliances)

Samsung’s Flex Door Oven with AI Camera allows you to cook two meals at once with the Dual Cook functionality, monitor food from your compatible smartphone[3], as well as capturing your cooking in video[4] so that you can share your cooking expertise with your friends and family. With an intuitive and modernised design that uses AI technology, consumers can enjoy a seamless cooking experience.

• Of the Flex Door Oven with AI Camera, the Good Design Award jury said: “The Samsung Flex Door Oven with AI Camera combines advanced cooking technologies and usability enhancements to boost home chefs’ confidence. By focusing on user experience and energy efficiency, this oven sets a new benchmark for home cooking appliances.”

AI Family Hub French Door Refrigerator – Winner: Good Design Award (Domestic Appliances)

This refrigerator boasts a 21.5-inch screen that features the new AI Vision Inside[5], which uses an internal camera to recognise up to 33 different food items that are put into and taken out of the refrigerator and suggests recipes using those ingredients. Users can also set ‘use by dates’ on the AI Family Hub screen for food items, which then allows the refrigerator to send a notification when the set date draws near[6]; conveniently helping to save money by reducing food waste.

• Of the AI Family Hub French Door Refrigerator, the Good Design Award jury said: “This refrigerator’s sophisticated technology and thoughtful design significantly impact how families manage food, showcasing a strategic approach to enhancing daily life through innovation.”

S95D OLED 4K Smart TV – Winner: Good Design Award (Consumer Electronics)

The S95D OLED 4K Smart TV utilises a unique display with the world’s first OLED Glare Free certification[7] and anti-reflection properties to help deliver optimal brightness and provide excellent picture quality with reduced glare – even in brightly lit rooms[8]. With over 8 million specially engineered self-illuminating pixels comprising three subpixels (Quantum Dot red and green, and OLED blue) and no white subpixels in sight; the Samsung S95D OLED is intensely cinematic[9].

• Of the S95D OLED 4K Smart TV, the Good Design Award jury said: “Samsung’s latest OLED TV, featuring the world’s first OLED Glare Free certification in the new S95D,[10] sets a new standard in home entertainment. Designed to handle Australian conditions with enhanced contrast and reduced glare, the TV offers superior visual performance. The Jury admired the TV’s elegant, slim design and advanced screen technology, highlighting its ability to deliver a rich viewing experience with minimal distractions, showcasing Samsung’s ongoing innovation in display technology.”

Music Frame – Winner: Good Design Award (Consumer Electronics)

A stylish yet powerful standalone speaker that doubles as a picture frame. Disguised as a stylish picture frame, the Music Frame blends beautifully into virtually any space. The Music Frame disperses synchronised sound evenly throughout a wide area with six professionally calibrated speakers, enabling excellent audio quality to be heard. Your favourite music can be streamed through your mobile device to your Music Frame through Wifi[11] or Bluetooth connection in top audio quality.

• Of the Music Frame, the Good Design Award jury said: “Samsung’s Music Frame redefines home audio with a design that merges premium sound quality with customisable art. The design’s ability to minimise visual impact while maintaining high audio standards exemplifies a sophisticated and practical approach to home entertainment.”

Galaxy Z Flip6 – Winner: Good Design Award (Consumer Electronics)

The Galaxy Z Flip6 is designed with portability in mind, while also providing an array of innovative AI-powered camera and creativity options. With its 3.4-inch Super AMOLED FlexWindow display, users can enjoy hands-free photography with automatic zooming capabilities, as well as conveniently respond to text messages using suggested replies, powered by Galaxy AI.[12]

• Of the Galaxy Z Flip6, the Good Design Award jury said: “The integration of a state-of-the-art camera system and elegant materials reinforces the device’s role as a premier tool for personal expression and functionality, setting a new benchmark for foldable smartphones.”

Galaxy Watch6 Classic – Winner: Good Design Award (Consumer Electronics)

Designed to help users build healthier habits every day and through the night[13], the Galaxy Watch6 classic[14] provides holistic wellness monitoring and powerful performance in a refined and sleek design, boasting a slimmer bezel, a larger and more vibrant display and more interactive user interface[15].

• Of the Galaxy Watch6 Classic, the Good Design Award jury said: “The Galaxy Watch6 Classic offers advanced wellness features within a sleek, refined design. With a slimmer bezel, interactive user interface, and a significantly larger display, it supports users in building healthier habits. The Jury praised the watch’s classic design elements combined with modern technology, highlighting its effectiveness in blending tradition with innovation. The comprehensive wellness tracking and elegant aesthetics make this smartwatch a standout in both functionality and style.”

[1] Tested at Ocean Wise Plastics Lab on the WW90T734DWH Samsung washing machine model (using a Synthetic cycle, approximately 2kg load of synthetic textile laundry with no detergent, at 40℃, wash rate of 50 revolutions per minute (RPM), motor operation rate of 82% and a spin RPM of 1200). The 98% amount was calculated by filtering drain water which passed through the Less Microfiber Filter through a 50um stainless steel filter, and comparing it against drain water from a wash cycle without the filter installed. Actual results may vary, depending on the wash cycle, type of detergent and laundry materials.

[2] Available via the SmartThings App on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required.

[3] The SmartThings App is available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi Fi connection and a Samsung account are required.

[4] Created using only video recorded when the door is closed. After the cooking process ends, it takes about 20 seconds to encode the video in the MPEG file format.

[5] As of March 2024, AI Vision Inside can recognize up to 33 food items like fresh fruits and veggies. Items need to be scanned 1 at a time. If the food is not recognizable, it may be listed as unknown item. AI Vision Inside cannot identify or list any food items in the fridge door bins or freezer. It recognizes food items based on an on-device smart food management system which combines food detection and classification models to help identify food items. Learning models may be updated periodically to help improve accuracy.

[6] Using the SmartThings App, which is available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required.

[7] The S95D range has been independently verified as OLED Glare Free: Reflection Glare UGR <10, Discomfort Glare UGR <22, Disability Glare UGR <34 by UL LLC (UL Solutions), Certificate Number: V647799 – 01/03/2024

[8] Some glare may still be present depending on viewing conditions and location of installation.

[9] Picture quality may vary depending on quality and resolution of source content and viewing conditions.

[10] The S95D range has been independently verified as OLED Glare Free: Reflection Glare UGR <10, Discomfort Glare UGR <22, Disability Glare UGR <34 by UL LLC (UL Solutions), Certificate Number: V647799 – 01/03/2024

[11] Connection via Wi-Fi requires SmartThings App.

[12] Fees may apply to certain AI features at the end of 2025.

[13] Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and/or application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician. Certain features may vary by market, carrier, or the paired device.

[14] Availability may vary depending on market, model and the paired smartphone. 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.

[15] Compared to Galaxy Watch5 series.

Samsung Electronics Australia has today unveiled the first TV of its 2024 AV line-up, with the debut of the highly anticipated OLED S95D. As the pinnacle product of Samsung’s OLED range, the S95D is available in 55-inch, 65-inch and 77-inch screen sizes from all major retailers nationwide.  In 2024, Samsung, the Global No.1 TV brand for 18 years running,[2] has set a new standard in home entertainment, unveiling the world’s first ‘OLED Anti-Glare technology[3].

Leading the charge for what will be a highly anticipated 2024 AV line-up, the New ‘OLED Anti-Glare technology[4] – specifically designed for the S95D – preserves colour accuracy and helps reduce reflections while maintaining image sharpness to ensure an immersive viewing experience, even in brightly lit rooms – making it built for Australian conditions. The OLED-optimised, low-reflection coating helps to overcome the trade-off between gloss and reflection thanks to a new, specialised hard-coating layer and surface coating pattern.

The Samsung S95D OLED has been verified as ‘Glare Free’ by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a leading independent safety science company. UL’s verification validates the ‘Glare Free’ claim by assessing the products against Unified Glare Rating (UGR) testing standard set by the International Committee on Illumination (CIE). The S95D OLED utilises a unique display with anti-glare and anti-reflection properties to help deliver optimal brightness and provide excellent picture quality with reduced glare – even in brightly lit rooms[5].

Jeremy Senior, Vice President, Consumer Electronics, Samsung Electronics Australia said, “We know Australians take great pride in their living and entertainment areas, with the TV often the centrepiece of not just the room, but Australians’ homes. With that in mind, as we unveil our latest innovation, we’re thrilled to introduce a new era of television viewing that promises to redefine entertainment standards. Our insights show that Anti-Glare technology is a top priority for consumers when purchasing a TV, and at Samsung, we’re proud to play a part in redefining the landscape by bringing this world-first feature to our OLED range. With many Australians’ living in bright or light-filled rooms, this new technology helps to ensure Australians can enjoy a low interruption viewing experience, regardless of their TV preference”

In 2024, the future of OLED is bright, as the S95D is powered by the-NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor, enabling it to upgrade content and mesmerise viewers with stunning brightness and colour accuracy.

With over 8 million specially engineered self-illuminating pixels comprising three subpixels (Quantum Dot red and green, and OLED blue) and no white subpixels in sight; the Samsung S95D OLED is intensely cinematic[6]. Paired with the NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor perceptional colour mapping technology, Samsung OLED has earned the accolade of being the World’s First Pantone ®-Validated HDR OLED.

Featuring Quantum HDR OLED Pro, powerful processing, and 4K upscaling, content displayed on the S95D is instantly transformed into incredibly sharp 4K resolution, bringing out incredible detail that is up to 70% brighter than OLED HDR+, resulting in richer contrast, brighter brights and deeper blacks[7].

The S95D also includes Motion Rate 200 which helps minimise blur and judder from fast moving scenes to ensure a sharp and smooth viewing experience whilst watching live sports and action movies⁵. In addition to this, the S95D is a gamer’s delight, equipped with 4K 144Hz VRR for ultra-smooth gameplay, providing crisp visuals at incredibly high speeds[8].

At the top of the Samsung OLED range, the S95D not only offers a truly superb viewing experience but a sleek, slender Infinity design. At just 11.2mm in depth its slim profile is the perfect complement to virtually any room, whilst also boasting a sophisticated metal trim, and remaining virtually bezel-free. The design is matched by premium sound, featuring True Dolby ATMOS[9] for cinematic sound and Object Tracking Sound, creating a rich audio environment that follows the on-screen action enabling Australians to truly immerse themselves in the best of big screen entertainment.

Recommended retail price:

Samsung OLED 4K S95D (55-inches, 65-inches, 77-inches)

• 77-inchesRRP: $9,281.00
• 65-inchesRRP: $5,800.00
• 55-inchesRRP: $4,640.00

The S95D is available from all major retailers and Samsung.com from Monday 18 March. Visit the Samsung website for more information on the Samsung OLED range: https://www.samsung.com/au/tvs/oled-tv/

[1] The S95D range has been independently verified as OLED Glare Free: Reflection Glare UGR <10, Discomfort Glare UGR <22, Disability Glare UGR <34 by UL LLC (UL Solutions), Certificate Number: V647799 – 01/03/2024.

[2] Source – Omdia, Feb-2024. Based on overall TV market share by manufacturer on an annual unit & revenue basis.

[3]The S95D range has been independently verified as OLED Glare Free: Reflection Glare UGR <10, Discomfort Glare UGR <22, Disability Glare UGR <34 by UL LLC (UL Solutions), Certificate Number: V647799 – 01/03/2024.

[4] Picture quality may vary depending on quality and resolution of source content and viewing conditions.

[5] Some glare may still be present depending on viewing conditions and location of installation.

[6] Picture quality may vary depending on quality and resolution of source content and viewing conditions.

[7] Compared to OLED HDR+. Source content must be HDR10+ format. The Range of Quantum HDR claims luminance based on internal testing standards and is subject to change according to viewing environment or specific conditions.

[8] Requires compatible gaming PC supporting 4K resolution, 144Hz motion rate and Variable Refresh Rate.

[9] Source content must be Dolby Atmos® enabled for Dolby Atmos® playback. Samsung define ‘True Dolby Atmos’ as featuring an upwards-firing directional speaker for three dimensional sound.