On November 6, Samsung Electronics hosted the Samsung Bespoke AI Kitchen Cooking Show, where Chef Lim presented a selection of inventive dishes prepared with Bespoke AI appliances and showcased the state-of-the-art capabilities of the AI-powered kitchen — designed to make cooking accessible and enjoyable for all. Samsung Newsroom caught up with Chef Lim to discuss how the Samsung AI Kitchen is elevating the culinary experience.

▲ Chef Lim Hee-won

Q. The dishes presented at the event were just as impressive as those featured on “Culinary Class Wars.” How was your experience in the Samsung AI Kitchen?

From the moment I stepped into the Samsung AI Kitchen, I felt like I had a reliable partner by my side. The AI Vision Inside¹ feature recognized ingredients I added to the Bespoke 4-Door Refrigerator with AI Family Hub and recommended recipes based on ingredients that were nearing their expiration dates. Then, the Bespoke AI Induction cooktop² and Bespoke Qooker Oven³ automatically adjusted their temperatures and cooking times to match the corresponding recipe, allowing me to cook several dishes at once. I discovered that anyone can cook like a seasoned chef in the Samsung AI Kitchen.

▲ Chef Lim at the Samsung Bespoke AI Kitchen Cooking Show

Q. You mentioned being impressed with the Samsung AI Kitchen’s food ingredient management system. Could you tell us more?

My restaurant BUTO takes its name from the Korean words “bu” (parents) and “to” (soil), symbolizing fresh ingredients sourced from the “soil of our parents.” As such, I place a great deal of importance on the freshness of the ingredients I use in my kitchen. The Bespoke 4-Door Refrigerator with AI Family Hub’s AI Vision Inside serves as an invaluable assistant for someone like me. Not only does the feature allow me to log ingredients and enter their expiration dates, but it also alerts me when items are about to expire. Thanks to AI Vision Inside, I can efficiently utilize smaller, often overlooked ingredients while they’re still fresh. Chefs typically spend a lot of time organizing their fridge, so having an automated process means we can focus more on cooking.

▲ Chef Lim demonstrating his cooking at the event

Q. Out of the Samsung AI Kitchen’s many features, which one was the most convenient?

It was fascinating to see Bixby, Samsung’s AI voice assistant, play a key role in the kitchen. I could simply say, “Open the fridge door,” without needing to call out “Hi Bixby!” for the fridge door to open when my hands were full of ingredients. While I was busy cooking, a quick “Hi Bixby, find me a rice pot recipe” instantly brought up helpful recommendations.

Q. Which of the cooking modes in Samsung’s Bespoke Qooker Oven is your favorite?

Auto Cook meat recipe⁴ is both my favorite and most frequently used setting. Cooking meat evenly requires skill, and I was impressed by how the Bespoke Qooker Oven delivered professional results with ease.

▲ Chef Lim plating food at the event

Q. What kitchen appliances do you use most often on a day-to-day basis?

I had always used gas stoves, often considered the centerpiece of the kitchen. However, I began to worry about the safety of using gas after my child was born. That’s when I switched to induction stoves and discovered the Samsung Bespoke AI Induction cooktop and its AI boil-over prevention⁵ feature that prevents spillovers. When I’m doing household chores or taking care of my child, it’s easy to lose track of what’s on the stove — but the AI boil-over prevention feature detects boiling liquids and automatically adjusts settings so I can rest assured knowing everything is under control.

Q. How would you define the Samsung AI Kitchen in just a few words?

The Samsung AI Kitchen is a “chef’s team.” From ingredient storage and management to recipe guidance and creating an optimal cooking environment, each process is seamlessly connected across one cohesive, organic system. It’s like having a dependable teammate in the kitchen, one that anticipates my every need. The kitchen of my dreams.

▲ Dishes prepared by Chef Lim at the event

The AI technology in Samsung’s Bespoke AI appliances has transformed the kitchen into an enriching space for everyday life. Samsung’s AI Kitchen redefines the heart of the home, combining seamless device compatibility with innovation and convenience.

¹ As of November 2024, AI Vision Inside can recognize up to 37 food items, such as fresh fruits and vegetables. The names and expiration dates of non-recognizable food items must be set manually. AI Vision Inside cannot identify or list any food items in the refrigerator door bins or freezer. The feature recognizes food items based on deep learning models which may be updated periodically to improve accuracy. Updates and applicable features may vary by region and model.
² Product is available only in Korea.
³ Product is available only in Korea.
⁴ Availability of applicable features may vary by region and model.
⁵ Availability of applicable features may vary by region and model.

The company showcased revolutionary accessibility features in its Bespoke AI appliances on September 6 (local time) at IFA 2024 — Europe’s largest consumer electronics trade show held in Berlin, Germany. Aligning with this year’s IFA theme of “Innovation for All,” Samsung is presenting a more comfortable lifestyle to users.

▲ Samsung Electronics’ press conference at IFA 2024

Personalizing Experiences According to Each User’s Voice

At IFA 2024, Samsung introduced Voice ID³ — a game changer in smart home technology that will offer personalized experiences by distinguishing between family members’ voices.

Home appliances that support Voice ID will be able to understand voice commands from users and provide customized solutions based on schedules, interests, health conditions and other personal characteristics.

For example, Voice ID will recognize a senior user’s voice, recommend dishes depending on their diet and find relevant recipes when they ask about dinner.⁴

Syncing Accessibility Settings Across Devices

Currently, accessibility settings need to be set up separately for each device. By the second half of this year, Accessibility Sync will allow users to apply accessibility settings from their smartphones to their home appliances during initial setup.

In the future, home appliances with Voice ID support will be able to synchronize accessibility settings with each user’s voice. For instance, Accessibility Sync will recognize a mother’s voice and apply her smartphone’s accessibility settings to the washing machine.

Improving Usability Through More Visible Screens and Voice Assistance

▲ Bespoke AI appliances inside Samsung’s booth at IFA 2024

At IFA 2024, visitors to Samsung’s booth can experience how the company is improving screen visibility on its Bespoke AI appliances. The 32-inch screen on the Bespoke 4-Door Refrigerator with AI Family Hub⁵ features black-and-white, color inversion and font enlargement for users with low vision. Meanwhile, the 7-inch AI Home⁶ on the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo supports high contrast to improve readability.

Voice Guide will further enhance accessibility by providing audible descriptions of an appliance’s status and operations. Once activated in settings, the feature will read what is displayed on the screen. Voice Guide will be progressively rolled out⁷ to products with displays.

Adding Convenience With a Light Touch

▲ Bespoke AI Laundry Combo with Auto Open Door

Designed to help users easily open doors, Auto Open Door is currently available on select refrigerators, washing machines, ovens and other home appliances. The Bespoke 4-Door Refrigerator with AI Family Hub opens with a gentle touch. Meanwhile, the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo door automatically opens at the end of a wash or dry cycle to allow moisture to escape or keep laundry fresh.

Samsung is constantly expanding its features to make home appliances more accessible to users. Fully committed to its “AI for All” vision, the company looks forward to breaking down barriers and setting new standards for inclusivity in home technology.

¹ Accessibility features of Samsung home appliances may vary by region and product.
² Results may vary depending on actual usage conditions.
³ Voice ID is expected to be available in 2025. The availability of features and content providers may vary by country/carrier/language/device model/OS version.
⁴ The following scenario may vary depending on user language settings or regional differences.
⁵ Product name may differ by region. North America: Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator with AI Family Hub+, Latin America: Bespoke 4-Door French Door Refrigerator with AI Family Hub+.
⁶ Does not mean all services available on the AI Home are AI or generate information or outcomes using AI. AI Smart Dial, AI Wash & Dry and Voice enabled with Bixby accessible through the AI Home utilize AI-based algorithms, which may be updated periodically to improve accuracy. AI-based algorithms may generate incomplete or incorrect information.
⁷ As of early September 2024, Voice Guide is only supported on select Family Hub refrigerators and Bespoke AI Laundry Combo.