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				<title>Empowering Independence, Connection, and Access Through Tech Innovation Across Southeast Asia and Oceania</title>
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									<description><![CDATA[&#160; Every day, people navigate unique circumstances that shape how they live and interact with their surroundings. At Samsung, we hold fast to our]]></description>
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<p><span>Every day, people navigate unique circumstances that shape how they live and interact with their surroundings. At Samsung, we hold fast to our commitment to enhance daily experiences for everyone, developing solutions and technologies that empower people to experience a more personal and impactful world.</span></p>
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<p><span>Reflecting on this purpose as we mark this year’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we turn the spotlight to inspiring solutions developed by youth in Southeast Asia and Oceania (SEAO) for Samsung Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) 2025—our <a href="https://news.samsung.com/us/samsung-solve-for-tomorrow-15-years-of-shaping-the-future-with-2-8-million-participants-in-68-countries/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">global flagship corporate social responsibility program now in its 15<sup>th</sup> year</a>. </span><span>The program encourages students to address local and global issues using STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), and we have seen innovative solutions developed by the next generation of changemakers committed to break barriers and drive equity within their communities.</span></p>
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<h3><strong>Innovating for Independence in Sports  </strong></h3>
<p><span>Many of us stay healthy, build friendships, and enjoy the thrill of competition and achievement through sports and physical activity. Yet, individuals living with disabilities often face barriers when taking part in such activities.  </span></p>
<p><span>Inspired by real challenges faced by the community and even close friends around them, some of our SFT teams explored how the intersection of sports and technological innovation can create meaningful opportunities for all to participate and compete. Projects from the Indonesia and Singapore teams were recognised for their innovative and impactful ideas, developed in line with SFT 2025’s new global theme—<a href="https://news.samsung.com/global/samsung-solve-for-tomorrow-meets-the-olympic-spirit-dreaming-of-a-new-future-through-technology-and-sport-with-the-ioc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Social Change Through Sport &amp; Technology</a>—created in collaboration with the International Olympic Community.</span></p>
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<p><em><span>Designed to help visually impaired runners navigate safely, RunSight combines smart glasses with a camera, earbuds, a computing unit, and a mobile app</span></em></p>
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<p>Team LABMINO, winner for the University category in SFT Indonesia, were inspired by a close friend and avid runner who lives with impaired vision due to cataracts. This led them to create RunSight—a wearable device that recognizes track lines, detects obstacles, and estimates depth in real time. RunSight is designed to work without internet connectivity and with the goal of enabling these individuals to run freely and independently, which may reduce their need for guide runners.</p>
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<div id="attachment_7313" style="width: 1034px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-7313 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PR_Championing-Independence-and-Connection-for-All-across-Southeast-Asia-and-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-2-1-1024x626.png" alt="" width="1024" height="626" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Team Pei Pei Hwa Hwa’s Ando Hypohidrosis Vest acts like a “mechanical sweat gland”, helping individuals with hypohidrosis stay cool during outdoor activities</p></div>
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<p><span>In Singapore, Team <em>Pei Pei Hwa Hwa </em>set out to improve outdoor experiences for individuals living with hypohidrosis—a condition that limits the body’s ability to produce enough sweat and regulate heat. In tropical climates, overheating can pose a serious risk, often leaving individuals reliant on ice packs, portable fans, or even surgery to stay cool during outdoor activities. To address this, the team developed the <em>Ando Hypohidrosis Vest, </em>an energy-efficient solution designed to keep the wearer’s back cool by circulating chilled coolant, enabling them to participate in everyday outdoor activities and exercise.</span></p>
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<h3><strong>Bridging Voices, Building Shared Understanding</strong></h3>
<p>Deaf and hard of hearing individuals often face difficulties with understanding others and being understood. This prompted our Australian SFT winner to create a solution to support clearer communication.</p>
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<p><em><span>Access Lens helps both Deaf and hard of hearing Auslan users feel more confident, connected, and included in everyday conversations</span></em></p>
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<p><span>Within Australia’s Deaf and hard of hearing community, accessible and affordable Auslan (Australian sign language) translation tools remain limited. Major Prize SFT winner, <em>Faiz Noorani</em>, created <em>Access Lens</em>, a real-time augmented reality solution that uses smart glasses or a smartphone camera to convert spoken English into Auslan. Designed to run locally, <em>Access Lens</em> enables clearer communications with English speakers while avoiding the common barriers of other translation platforms, such as delays, cloud fees, and advertisements. With his AUD$10,000 (~US$6,574) prize money, Faiz plans to enhance <em>Access Lens’</em> features, expand its reach, and build strategic partnerships to support long-term impact.</span></p>
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<h3><strong>Equitable Medical Access and Early Intervention</strong></h3>
<div id="attachment_7314" style="width: 1034px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-7314 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PR_Championing-Independence-and-Connection-for-All-across-Southeast-Asia-and-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-3-1-1024x665.png" alt="" width="1024" height="665" /><p class="wp-caption-text">AI SpineCheck provides a quick and easy way to screen children for scoliosis risk</p></div>
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<p><span>In Thailand, Team AI SpineCheck set out to improve early detection of scoliosis after seeing many high school students needing spinal braces or surgery due to late diagnosis-leading to higher treatment costs for more advanced cases. Current screening methods often depend on medical personnel and can be inaccessible or inconsistent for local communities. <em>AI SpineCheck</em> simplifies this process with an AI-powered platform that analyses photos to assess spinal alignment. This offers a more accessible and convenient way to screen for scoliosis, supporting early intervention and better health outcomes.</span></p>
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<h3><strong>Creating Better Accessibility and User-Centered Design for All </strong></h3>
<p><span>A key part of inclusion is not only designing innovations specifically for persons with disabilities, but ensuring everyday products and services meet the needs of all users, regardless of ability. Guided by this philosophy, Samsung devices, appliances, and solutions are designed to be inclusive, intuitive and convenient for all. </span></p>
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<div id="attachment_7315" style="width: 978px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-7315 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PR_Championing-Independence-and-Connection-for-All-across-Southeast-Asia-and-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-4-1.png" alt="" width="968" height="644" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PR_Championing-Independence-and-Connection-for-All-across-Southeast-Asia-and-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-4-1.png 968w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PR_Championing-Independence-and-Connection-for-All-across-Southeast-Asia-and-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-4-1-846x563.png 846w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PR_Championing-Independence-and-Connection-for-All-across-Southeast-Asia-and-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-4-1-768x511.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 968px) 100vw, 968px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Visibility enhancement settings on the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo</p></div>
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<p><span>Our 2025 Bespoke AI home appliances incorporate more streamlined control experiences that empower all users—including those with limited mobility—towards comfortable and accessible use. With simple voice commands, such as <em>“Open the fridge door”</em> to cue features like <a href="https://news.samsung.com/global/interview-auto-open-door-brings-everyday-convenience-to-home-appliances">Auto Open Door</a> for refrigerators<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1">[1]</a>, or <em>“I’m going to sleep”</em> to turn off lights and appliances via SmartThings routine once its set up<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2">[2]</a>—users can manage their home hands-free. The Bespoke AI Pump Combo also features a large, easy-to-read digital display that replaces traditional dials and small text for smoother wash-cycle selection. </span></p>
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<p><span>Guided by an accessibility-first approach, we constantly refine our designs across product development cycles, working closely with users to test and enhance usability. For instance, Samsung added audio guidance, color inversion or grayscale modes in their screen-equipped appliances for users with visual impairments. To make Samsung appliances easier to navigate, it keeps discovering new ways to enhance accessibility as shown in the award-winning<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3">[3]</a> <a href="https://news.samsung.com/global/interview-making-samsung-appliances-more-accessible-through-samsung-inclusive-essentials">“Samsung Inclusive Essentials”</a> concept, which aims to standardise sensory cues across products. </span></p>
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<h3><strong>Building a More Inclusive Future Together </strong></h3>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>By seamlessly weaving intelligent, inclusive technology into everyday life, Samsung ensures that everyone—regardless of ability or environment—can enjoy connected and personalised experiences. From empowering communities through programs like Solve for Tomorrow to embedding accessibility into our products and services, we remain committed to enabling individuals to live more independently and open up more possibilities for people in their daily life.</span></p>
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<p><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1"><span>[1]</span></a><span> Products and models equipped with the feature may vary by market </span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2"><span>[2]</span></a><span> Requires a wireless network, a Samsung account and the Samsung SmartThings App. Must be manually set up by the user to trigger this command.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3"><span>[3]</span></a><span> At the 2025 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA), Samsung received a Gold Award for its “Samsung Inclusive Essentials” concept in the Concepts &amp; Speculative Design category</span></p>
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				<title>The State of Sleep in Southeast Asia &#038; Oceania</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:33:31 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[&#160; Across Australia, sleep is emerging as a critical—yet often overlooked—pillar of health and well-being frequently sacrificed in favour of the demands of]]></description>
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<p>Across Australia, sleep is emerging as a critical—yet often overlooked—pillar of health and well-being frequently sacrificed in favour of the demands of modern lifestyles today.</p>
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<p>Casting a lens on this reality, the Samsung SEAO  (Southeast Asia and Oceania) Ecosystem Health Study<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1"><span>[1]</span></a> sought to analyse the general lifestyle and sentiments towards health and fitness, as well as general wellness habits—including sleep, fitness, and lifestyle choices. While adults in Australia rank health as their third highest daily priority, trailing finances and family according to the study, many still struggle to achieve the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep.<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2"><span>[2]</span></a>  An average person in SEAO sleeps for just 6 hours and 51 minutes every night and stand to miss out on benefits that they rank as important reasons to getting sufficient shut-eye – such as improved immunity (21%), maintaining good health (17%), and staying mentally agile (16%).</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Want to sleep better and feel these benefits? Here are three practical steps to address common sleep concerns using Galaxy devices like the <a href="https://www.samsung.com/au/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch8-44mm-silver-bluetooth-sm-l330nzsaxsa/?srsltid=AfmBOorivlHl0yJfwY2HL2kezf6XMd6u2qlo03hugY-FQ7I5D5vuylTp">Galaxy Watch8 series</a> and <a href="https://www.samsung.com/au/rings/all-rings/?srsltid=AfmBOoqyVRyDKNFkpyhdEEfHHguaujNUuqWik3hF5qd6vYBFAKbZ8HeM">Galaxy Ring</a>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<h3><strong>Step 1: Establish a consistent bedtime routine</strong></h3>
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<div id="attachment_7211" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-7211 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-2.png" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-2.png 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-2-844x563.png 844w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-2-768x512.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Galaxy Watch8, built to suit diverse lifestyles with advanced capabilities—setting a new standard for style and personalised health experiences.</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Establishing a consistent bedtime routine is the primary concern for consumers in Australia (25%) citing an “inability to switch off” as a further obstacle to a good night’s rest.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>We all know that going device-free is easier said than done, with many relying on smartphones as their alarm. Enter the <strong>Galaxy Watch8 series and Galaxy Ring</strong>, super comfortable sleep companions that even allow you to dismiss alarms by just pinching your fingers!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Beyond putting aside one’s smartphone for the evening, winding down also includes setting up a peaceful environment that is conducive for sleep. Custom routines on the SmartThings app<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3"><span>[3]</span></a> cue your connected devices automatically, turning off your lights and TV at bedtime for instance.</p>
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<div id="attachment_7212" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-7212 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-3.png" alt="" width="1000" height="835" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-3.png 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-3-674x563.png 674w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-3-768x641.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">(Left) A sleep environment summary card displayed in Galaxy Now Briefing, (Right) a detailed sleep environment report</p></div>
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<p>Personalising your sleeping conditions doesn’t stop there. Sleep environment reports<a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4"><span>[4]</span></a> from Samsung Health app provide detailed insights into key factors — such as temperature, humidity. When connected to your Galaxy devices, other appliances like Samsung air conditioners can work together to ensure you have a pleasant sleep through adjusting the temperature with “Good Sleep” mode<a href="#_ftn5" name="_ftnref5"><span>[5]</span></a> that finds the optimal temperature at each sleep stage<a href="#_ftn6" name="_ftnref6"><span>[6]</span></a> for a top-notch sleeping environment.</p>
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<div id="attachment_7213" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="size-full wp-image-7213" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-4.png" alt="" width="1000" height="536" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-4.png 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-4-768x412.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Bedtime Guidance provides personalised recommendations based on the user’s sleep data from the past three days.</p></div>
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<p>Adding another layer of support, Galaxy Watch8’s Bedtime Guidance<a href="#_ftn7" name="_ftnref7"><strong><sup>[7]</sup></strong></a> analyses sleep patterns then suggests an optimal bedtime based on your previous statistics, so you can reset your sleep schedule and wake up refreshed.</p>
<p>For those concerned about long-term sleep health, the Galaxy Watch8 series also detects signs of moderate sleep apnea.<a href="#_ftn8" name="_ftnref8"><span>[8]</span></a> The Galaxy Ring complements this with a powerful sleep AI algorithm and detailed sleep tracking<a href="#_ftn9" name="_ftnref9"><span>[9]</span></a> to monitor movement during sleep, heart and respiratory rate, and snoring—making it easy to build better sleep habits over time.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Step 2: Maintain your energy throughout the day</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<p>The next most concerning aspect of sleep in Australia is whether one can maintain one’s energy levels throughout the day (19%). We are all familiar with the feeling of having apparently slept well the night before yet but still experiencing fatigue during the day, with the duration of sleep not translating into the desired energy levels across work, study or play. When you pick up your smartphone in the morning or simply check your Galaxy Watch throughout the day, a glimpse of your <strong>Energy Score<a href="#_ftn10" name="_ftnref10"><span>[10]</span></a></strong> tells you all you need to know.</p>
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<p><em>Energy Score, an indicator of your condition based on 7 key sleep and activity metrics</em></p>
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<p>Energy Score indicates a daily measurement of your physical and mental energy and readiness, based on sleep, activity, and heart rate data, to help you find a healthy balance in the day ahead. Measuring from 0 to 100, a low score guides you to take things easy, while a high score helps gives you the confidence to push your limits.</p>
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<h3><strong>Step 3: Ensure a comfortable night’s rest </strong></h3>
<p>After proactively harnessing the short-term benefits of a good night’s sleep, such as better energy throughout the day, the next biggest concern is to simply have a comfortable sleep (19%).</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>That’s why the Galaxy Watch8 series goes beyond sleep tracking with features like the Antioxidant Index<a href="#_ftn11" name="_ftnref11"><span>[11]</span></a>, a first-of-its-kind Samsung smartwatch capability that measures your carotenoid level in just five seconds, giving you another layer of insight to build a long-term wellness routine.</p>
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<p>As you take the steps to make adjustments to your sleep, Galaxy’s <strong>Sleep Coaching Program<a href="#_ftn12" name="_ftnref12"><span>[12]</span></a></strong> helps tracks your progress, analyses your accumulated sleep pattern data and provides you insights with suggestions for better sleep such as meditating before bed, for example.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-7215" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-6-1024x761.png" alt="" width="1024" height="761" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-6-1024x761.png 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-6-758x563.png 758w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-6-768x571.png 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PR_The-State-of-Sleep-in-Southeast-Asia-Oceania_SEAO-Feature-Story-Image-6.png 1510w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
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<p>To get clued into how to make your sleep more comfortable, <strong>Galaxy Ring</strong> is your go-to wearable that sits comfortably on your finger whilst tracking overall sleep including sleep stages, sleep patterns, movement during sleep, overnight skin temperature, Heart Rate (HR) and Heart Rate Variance (HRV) and providing Sleep Coaching program to improve your sleep habits, when you wake up<a href="#_ftn13" name="_ftnref13"><span>[13]</span></a>. First time users get to test their ideal ring size with the Galaxy Ring sizing kit before confirming their purchase.<a href="#_ftn14" name="_ftnref14"><span>[14]</span></a></p>
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<p>Whether you’re a student, parent, or working professional, the need for restorative rest is both universal and profoundly personal. Try out these three steps today and make the change to your everyday sleep for better productivity, energy and overall well-being!</p>
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<p><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1">[1]</a> The Samsung SEAO Ecosystem Health Study was conducted in December 2024 via online surveys, with 18,168 respondents (of which 3,098 were wearable users), aged 18 – 59 years old, in Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines and Vietnam.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2">[2]</a> <a href="https://www.thensf.org/how-many-hours-of-sleep-do-you-really-need/">National Sleep Foundation: How Much Sleep Do You Really Need?</a></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3">[3]</a> Must download SmartThings/Wearable/Samsung Health apps available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required. Devices must be signed in with the same Samsung account. Possible through models above Galaxy Watch4 series and Galaxy Ring and features may vary depending on region.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4">[4]</a> The Sleep environment report feature is available on Samsung Galaxy smartphones running One UI 7.0 or later and Samsung Health version 6.29 or later. Availability may expand in the future. For more information on compatible devices that can measure sleep environments, refer to the Sleep condition report under the “How to Use” section in the SmartThings app.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref5" name="_ftn5">[5]</a> Available for Room Air Conditioners – AR**B******, AR**C******, AR**D******, AR**F****** with Wi-Fi. Requires mobile phones above Galaxy S22, and wearable devices above Galaxy Watch4 series or Galaxy Ring. Features may vary depending on region.</p>
<p>Must download SmartThings/Wearable/Samsung Health apps available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required. Devices must be signed in with the same Samsung account. Possible through models above Galaxy Watch4 series and Galaxy Ring and features may vary depending on region.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref6" name="_ftn6">[6]</a> Setting routines based on sleep conditions may not be supported in certain countries. This feature is available on Samsung Galaxy smartphones with One UI 7.0 or Samsung Health version 6.29 or later, with plans for future expansion. A connected device capable of detecting sleep and wakefulness — such as Galaxy Watch4/5/6/7, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Fit3 and Galaxy Ring — is required. For more information, refer to the “Accessories” section in the sleep tab of the Samsung Health app.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref7" name="_ftn7">[7]</a> Bedtime Guidance is available on Android phone (Android 11 and above) and requires Samsung Health app (v6.30.2 or later). Bedtime Guidance based on 3 days of sleep analysis of user&#8217;s circadian rhythm and sleep pressure. Bedtime Guidance Feature does not act as a medical/therapeutic device. It is solely intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions; or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Samsung recommends that you consult with your doctor or physician before participating in any exercise program.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref8" name="_ftn8">[8]</a>Sleep Apnea feature is currently available in some selected countries only. Sleep Apnea feature requires at least 2 days of sleep data within a span of 10 days (the two days do not necessarily have to be consecutive, but must be recorded within those 10 days).The Sleep Apnea Feature is intended to detect signs of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea in the form of significant breathing disruptions in adult users 22 years and older, by tracking sleep twice over a ten-day monitoring period. It is intended for on-demand use. This feature is not intended for users who have previously been diagnosed with sleep apnea. This feature is not intended for use in the screening, diagnosis, treatment or management of sleep apnea and users should not use this feature to replace traditional methods of diagnosis and treatment by a qualified clinician. If a pattern of breathing disturbances is identified by this feature, or you experience any other symptoms of sleep apnea or any other breathing disturbance, consult a doctor.  The absence of a notification does not exclude the presence sleep apnea. ALWAYS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST, WORSEN OR CHANGE UNEXPECTEDLY, TALK TO A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref9" name="_ftn9">[9]</a> Sleep Tracking requires sleep data of at least 7 days (including 1 workday and 1 day off). Sleep Tracking feature does not act as a medical/therapeutic device. It is solely intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions; or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Samsung recommends that you consult with your doctor or physician before participating in any exercise program.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref10" name="_ftn10">[10]</a> Energy Score is available on Android phones (Android 11 or above) and requires Samsung Health app (v6.27 or above). Samsung Account login required. Service availability may vary by country, region, language. To check the Energy Score, the health data tracked from Samsung Galaxy Watch must be synchronised with the Samsung Health app. Needs at least the previous day’s activity data and sleep, and heart rate data during sleep. Energy Score does not act as a medical/therapeutic device. It is solely intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions; or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Samsung recommends that you consult with your doctor or physician before participating in any exercise program.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref11" name="_ftn11">[11]</a> *Antioxidant Index available on Android phones (Android 10 or above) and requires the Samsung Health app (v6.30.2 or above). Samsung account login required.</p>
<p>* Antioxidant Index measures carotenoid levels.</p>
<p>*To measure, place the center of your finger on the sensor at the back of the Watch and hold it for 5 seconds. While antioxidant index can be measured using any finger, the thumb is recommended for the most accurate result.</p>
<p>*Repeated measurement due to uneven skin texture may lead to inaccurate results.</p>
<p>*Antioxidant Index is for fitness and wellness only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. Please consult a medical professional for advice if you&#8217;re concerned about your antioxidant level.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref12" name="_ftn12">[12]</a> Available on Samsung Health app v.6.24 or above and must be paired with Samsung Galaxy smartphones with Android OS 11 and above. Samsung account login required. Requires sleep data of at least 7 days (including 1 workday and 1 day off). Sleep Coaching feature does not act as a  medical/therapeutic device. It is solely intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions; or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Samsung recommends that you consult with your doctor or physician before participating in any exercise program.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref13" name="_ftn13">[13]</a> Sleep tracking features are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition or sleep disorder. The measurements are for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice. Sleep Coaching requires sleep data of at least 7 days, including 2 days off.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref14" name="_ftn14">[14]</a> Availability of Galaxy Ring sizes and colours may vary by country/region. Galaxy Ring sizes are based on US standard sizes (US 5 &#8211; US 15). One Sizing Kit is available free of charge upon purchasing the Galaxy Ring. Only one Sizing Kit is provided per order number. Sample rings included in the Galaxy Ring Sizing Kit are inoperable and for measuring ring size only. Wearing the sample ring for at least 24 hours is recommended to allow sufficient time for your finger to adapt to the fit of the Galaxy Ring.</p>
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																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>When we picture a Smart Home, we often get excited about the promise of easier chores and automated devices that helps us to save time, energy, and electricity consumption. </span></p>
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<p><span>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.  </span></p>
<p><strong> <img class="aligncenter wp-image-5842 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR_SmartThings-Helps-You-Use-Les-1024x576.png" alt="" width="1024" height="576" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR_SmartThings-Helps-You-Use-Les-1024x576.png 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR_SmartThings-Helps-You-Use-Les-728x410.png 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR_SmartThings-Helps-You-Use-Les-1000x563.png 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR_SmartThings-Helps-You-Use-Les-768x432.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></strong></p>
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<h3><strong>Save Energy, Save Costs</strong></h3>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span>Using AI Energy Mode with the WindFree Conditioner</span></em></p>
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<p><span>Take your energy monitoring to the next level with the SmartThings Energy<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1">[1]</a>, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Energy Mode<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2">[2]</a>. 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<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3">[3]</a>.</span></p>
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<p><span>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.<a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4">[4]</a> It also helps adjust Air Conditioners’ settings based on your usage patterns, room temperature, and humidity.</span></p>
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<p><span>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<a href="#_ftn5" name="_ftnref5">[5]</a> remotely whether you are in another room or outside your home.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span>Set up your power-off routines in a few taps</span></em></p>
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<p><span>With SmartThings Energy<a href="#_ftn6" name="_ftnref6">[6]</a> 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.</span></p>
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<h3><strong>Clean Home, Conscious Consumption</strong></h3>
<p><span>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!</span></p>
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<div id="attachment_5843" style="width: 910px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-5843 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR_SmartThings-Helps-You-Use-Less.png" alt="" width="900" height="506" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR_SmartThings-Helps-You-Use-Less.png 900w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR_SmartThings-Helps-You-Use-Less-728x410.png 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PR_SmartThings-Helps-You-Use-Less-768x432.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Step-by-step optimal cleaning with AI Wash</p></div>
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<p><span>Another handy feature is AI Wash, which helps you wash clothes thoroughly<a href="#_ftn7" name="_ftnref7">[7]</a> but gently with less detergent waste and effort<a href="#_ftn8" name="_ftnref8">[8]</a>, 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. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span>Intensive and intelligent cleaning with the </span></em><span>Bespoke Jet<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> AI</span></p>
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<p><span>Beyond laundry, keeping your home clean is likewise a breeze with Bespoke Jet<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> AI, the world’s first UL Verified AI cordless stick vacuum cleaner<a href="#_ftn9" name="_ftnref9">[9]</a>. Equipped with AI mode<a href="#_ftn10" name="_ftnref10">[10]</a> which classifies complex cleaning environments<a href="#_ftn11" name="_ftnref11">[11]</a></span></p>
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<h3><strong>Eat Well, Reduce Food Waste</strong></h3>
<p><span>While savoring food is often a highlight of our day, the preparation process can be tedious and sometimes result in unintentional food wastage.</span></p>
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<p><span>Manage your food simply to make sure no ingredient goes to waste. Before grocery shopping, check a food list on the SmartThings App<a href="#_ftn12" name="_ftnref12">[12]</a>, created with the help of AI Vision Inside<a href="#_ftn13" name="_ftnref13">[13]</a> that uses an internal camera<a href="#_ftn14" name="_ftnref14">[14]</a> to automatically identify certain fresh food items. All Family Hub<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> 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<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> touchscreen.</span></p>
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<p>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<a href="#_ftn15" name="_ftnref15"><span>[15]</span></a> artificial intelligence.</p>
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<div id="attachment_5846" style="width: 1034px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-5846 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1-1024x577.png" alt="" width="1024" height="577" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1-1024x577.png 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1-728x410.png 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1-1000x563.png 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1-768x433.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">The Sense Inside function recommends recipes based on ingredients</p></div>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Serve up amazing dishes while saving time to ideate recipes with AI Pro Cooking’s Sense Inside<a href="#_ftn16" name="_ftnref16"><span>[16]</span></a> function that recognises ingredients, recommends recipes, and optimise settings with just one button<a href="#_ftn17" name="_ftnref17"><span>[17]</span></a>. 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<a href="#_ftn18" name="_ftnref18"><span>[18]</span></a>.</p>
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<div id="attachment_5847" style="width: 1034px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-5847 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2-1024x574.png" alt="" width="1024" height="574" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2-1024x574.png 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2-1000x560.png 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2-768x430.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Check on your dish with the SmartThings App[19]</p></div>
<p>Last but not least, AI Pro Cooking’s View Inside internal camera<a href="#_ftn20" name="_ftnref20"><span>[20]</span></a> 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.</p>
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<p><span>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!     </span></p>
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<p><span> </span><span></span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1"><span>[1]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2"><span>[2]</span></a> Currently supported by nine Samsung appliance categories, including refrigerators, air conditioners, washers, dryers, dishwashers, air purifiers, dehumidifiers, hoods, and TVs. Selected models only.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3"><span>[3]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4"><span>[4]</span></a> SmartThings will display a notification before activating the saving algorithm in both &#8216;Maximum Mode&#8217; and &#8216;Custom Mode’.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref5" name="_ftn5"><span>[5]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref6" name="_ftn6"><span>[6]</span></a> Available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref7" name="_ftn7"><span>[7]</span></a> Based on AI-created algorithm. Actual results may vary depending on individual use.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref8" name="_ftn8"><span>[8]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref9" name="_ftn9"><span>[9]</span></a> In May 2023 it was the first cordless stick vacuum cleaner to receive AI certification from UL Solutions, a leading independent safety science organisation.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref10" name="_ftn10"><span>[10]</span></a> AI Cleaning mode related functions/performance will be continuously updated and upgraded through SmartThings.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref11" name="_ftn11"><span>[11]</span></a> The ability to identify different cleaning environments can be affected by environmental conditions.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref12" name="_ftn12"><span>[12]</span></a> User may need to manually operate the list for accuracy.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref13" name="_ftn13"><span>[13]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref14" name="_ftn14"><span>[14]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref15" name="_ftn15"><span>[15]</span></a> AI Pro Cooking is only available on 76L Built-in Pyrolytic Flex Door Oven with AI Camera &#8211; NV7B6799AAK.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref16" name="_ftn16"><span>[16]</span></a> Only available when using the Auto Cook menu. The type and quantity of some ingredients may not be recognized.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref17" name="_ftn17"><span>[17]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref18" name="_ftn18"><span>[18]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref19" name="_ftn19"><span>[19]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref20" name="_ftn20"><span>[20]</span></a> The camera is only operating when the light is on.</p>
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				<title>Samsung Launches 3D Map View Feature Based on SmartThings and AI</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 11:23:06 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[&#160; Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that it has launched its 3D Map View feature, which was first unveiled at CES 2024. &#160; Map View helps]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="aligncenter wp-image-5195 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Neo-QLED-8K-TVENG-1-1024x682.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="682" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Neo-QLED-8K-TVENG-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Neo-QLED-8K-TVENG-1-845x563.jpg 845w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Neo-QLED-8K-TVENG-1-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
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<p>Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that it has launched its 3D Map View feature, which was first unveiled at CES 2024.</p>
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<p>Map View helps streamline home management by turning real floor plans into virtual images in the SmartThings app. Users can clearly see their devices and conveniently adjust lighting, temperature, air quality and monitor energy consumption at any time and place.</p>
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<p>Map View helps address the challenge of managing the growing number of connected devices in every home worldwide and eases smart home management by eliminating the need to find each device separately before using it. It shows users their entire home at a glance and updates in real time as more devices are connected.</p>
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<p>Map View’s previous version was a 2D model that only worked for homes where the floor plan was provided. However, this newly updated 3D Map View takes advantage of Spatial AI in Samsung devices — such as the Bespoke Jet Bot<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> — using LiDAR<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1"><span>[1]</span></a> sensors in the device to precisely measure and map a home’s layout. Now, users can more easily understand the shape and spatial conditions of their homes on 3D maps.</p>
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<p>The feature has also enhanced its filter function to allow for easy monitoring and control of required devices. It aims to offer a more customised and user-friendly smart service by using AI characters, which were also unveiled at CES 2024, by the end of the year.</p>
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<h3>Availability</h3>
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<p>Map View is available through the SmartThings app on Android and iOS mobile devices<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2"><sup>[2]</sup></a>, as well as TVs<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3"><sup>[3]</sup></a>. Controls for the feature will also be made available through additional hubs, such as Family Hub<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> refrigerators<a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4"><sup>[4]</sup></a>, within the first half of the year.</p>
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<p><img class="size-large wp-image-5183 aligncenter" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Galaxy-S24-UltraENG-1024x683.png" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Galaxy-S24-UltraENG-1024x683.png 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Galaxy-S24-UltraENG-845x563.png 845w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Galaxy-S24-UltraENG-768x512.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p><img class="size-large wp-image-5186 aligncenter" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Family-HubENG-2-1024x682.png" alt="" width="1024" height="682" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Family-HubENG-2-1024x682.png 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Family-HubENG-2-845x563.png 845w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Map-View_Family-HubENG-2-768x512.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
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<p>Initially, Map View was rolled out in Korea and the United States last year. But now, it can be used in all countries with access to the SmartThings app.</p>
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<p>&#8220;Samsung is constantly working to enable customers to control their home devices without any inconvenience at any time and place, and Map View is the result of these efforts” said Seungbeom Choi, Head of Device Platform Center at Samsung Electronics. “We will continue to introduce a variety of relevant services and features so our customers can enjoy optimal smart home experiences with a better life.”</p>
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<p>Samsung is currently collaborating with construction companies to expand Map View beyond homes to apartments and office spaces. The company aims to help create smart environments for customers worldwide by adding functionality. These include an optimised user experience (UX) for large screens that assists B2B operators with signage, and Quick Control, which enables users to easily access key functions.</p>
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<p><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1"><span>[1]</span></a>Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) sensors use laser light to detect objects in 3D for the accurate representation of environments.</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2"><span>[2]</span></a>Android OS 9.0 ↑ with minimum of 6GB RAM / iOS 15↑ with minimum of 6GB RAM and 792&#215;828 resolution</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3"><span>[3]</span></a>Samsung Smart TV released after 2024(DU 7000↑)</p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4"><span>[4]</span></a>Family Hub<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> refrigerators; Some models released after 2021/ More detailed required specifications will be disclosed at the time of application.</p>
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