• El Niño is expected to bring hotter, drier weather to Singapore, requiring households to prepare for warmer, hazier days and potentially higher utility bills from increased appliance use
• Samsung’s Bespoke AI home appliances can help families manage everyday comfort more intelligently, from cooling and air purification to food storage and laundry care
• SmartThings allow homeowners to automate appliances, monitor energy consumption and manage electricity costs more efficiently as weather conditions fluctuates

The Meteorological Service Singapore has highlighted that El Niño conditions are expected in the coming weeks, bringing warmer, drier weather and an increased likelihood of haze across Singapore and the surrounding region.

Warmer weather can change how Singapore households use their home appliances. Air conditioners may run longer, groceries and drinks need reliable cooling, and laundry routines may increase when haze or humidity makes outdoor drying less practical.

While the weather is beyond anyone’s control, a smarter home can help make the season easier to manage. Samsung’s Bespoke AI-powered home appliances are designed to support everyday comfort, convenience and energy efficiency through intelligent features and SmartThings connectivity.

1. Stay comfortably cool through hotter days

On hotter days, quick cooling matters — especially after a commute or time outdoors. The Samsung’s Bespoke AI Windfree^TM Air Conditioner is designed to keep homes cool and comfortable, even during periods of extreme heat.

First, the air conditioner can cool a room from corner to corner 43% faster via Fast Cooling Mode^[1], providing near instant relief when you return home after being out in the sun.

The design of Bespoke AI WindfreeTM Air Conditioner offers homes a comfortably cool experience

Through SmartThings^[2] via your smartphone^[3], Welcome Cooling intelligently prepares your home before you arrive by letting you switch on the air conditioner remotely and automatically adjusting it to your preferred temperature, ensuring you step into a comfortably cool space the moment you walk through the door.

Even if you are staying in, indoor temperatures can fluctuate throughout the day. To help keep room temperatures constant and comfortable, AI Auto Cooling^[4] can switch to the most suitable mode to maintain a consistently comfortable indoor condition.

4-in-1 Filter in the Bespoke AI WindfreeTM Air Conditioner offers up to 99% defence against environmental irritants

For households looking to stay comfortable during haze periods, the Bespoke AI WindFree Air Conditioner has a 4-in-1 Filter that helps collect PM2.5 dust and fine particles while circulating cleaner air indoors. This allows you to enjoy a fresher, more comfortable living environment without relying on opening windows when outdoor air quality is poor, providing added reassurance for them.

However, as air conditioners may run for longer hours during the El Niño season, homeowners may worry about rising electricity bills.

The Bespoke AI WindFree Air Conditioner is certified a 5-tick energy efficiency rating under NEA’s Mandatory Energy Label Scheme. On top of that,  SmartThings AI Energy Mode^[5] lets homeowners monitor their energy usage, while intelligently analysing usage patterns and surrounding conditions to help further reduce energy consumption by up to 28%^[6]. This gives homeowners greater confidence that their energy consumption remains on track, even with more frequent air conditioner use.

Over five years, this could result in an estimated cost savings of up to S$1,900^[7], allowing households to stay cool without worrying as much about rising electricity costs.

2. Have ready access to fresh foods and cold drinks even during warmer weathers

One way to counter the effects of warmer weathers is constant hydration, as well as eating healthily.

This is where Samsung’s refrigerator can help. It is packed with features that keep the fridge’s temperature optimal so that groceries do not go bad quickly due to warmer weathers.

The 648L French Door Refrigerator model features a modern and premium design, that is both practical and effective in at maintaining an optimal cooling temperature

Hotter weather can make it more challenging for reliable food storage. Samsung’s refrigerators are designed to maintain a consistent temperature throughout the day with its All-Around Cooling system to help keep ingredients fresh, or to provide chilled drinks at any time of the day.

All Around Cooling ensures that each fridge compartment is cooled evenly, with the help of strategically placed vents

And when you crave for a cold drink after spending time outdoors, Power Cool helps chill newly placed beverages more quickly. Selected French Door models feature a Beverage Center and Auto Ice Maker, providing convenient access to chilled water and ice whenever you need a refreshing break.

Select Samsung French Door models feature a built-in Beverage Center^TM that lets you have access to chilled, filtered water throughout the day

Samsung’s refrigerators are designed to be more than just a place keep your food and beverages fresh and chilled. Homeowners can also benefit from smart features that help keep their households running smoothly.

With the intuitive AI Home screen available on the 615L Bespoke AI Side-by-Side Refrigerator Family Hub , homeowners can turn their refrigerator as a control hub to conveniently monitor energy usage, adjust refrigerator settings and control compatible smart appliances.

At a time when energy efficiency has become an increasing priority for many households, AI Energy Mode helps reduce energy consumption by up to 10%^[8], offering an additional way to save on everyday electricity use.

Through Family Care on SmartThings, homeowners can gain useful insights into how their refrigerator is used each day, such as how often the fridge door is opened. Family Care also helps homeowners keep check on family schedules, such as activities of ageing parents and reminders for medication and hospital visits — as well as location-based alerts. If something appears different from usual, users are prompted to check in via the SmartThings app, providing thoughtful care.

3. Keep laundry fresh despite changing weather conditions

Prolonged heat, haze and the unpredictable weather often lead to more frequent clothes changes resulting in more laundry loads. Samsung’s Bespoke AI Laundry range is equipped with AI-powered technologies that intelligently optimise each wash, helping households save time, water and energy without compromising cleaning performance.

Image shown is for illustrative purposes only and does not depict an actual Samsung washing machine model

Frequent washes during this season aren’t just about freshness, but also about removing fine particles that may settle on everyday fabrics such as your clothing, uniforms, towels, bedding and other fabrics that your family uses daily. This can help reduce exposure to haze-related allergies that may affect some individuals.

The Bespoke AI Front-load Washer and Bespoke AI Heatpump Dryer work intelligently together to take the guesswork out of laundry

This is where Samsung’s Bespoke AI Front-load Washer and Bespoke AI Heatpump Dryer help simplify this routine.

The Bespoke AI Front-load Washer is equipped with Hygiene Steam, which helps remove ingrained grime, eliminates 99.9% of bacteria^[9] and inactivates allergens that may be lodged on fabrics. Beyond hygiene, AI Wash intelligently adjusts the amount of water, detergent and the wash settings, based on each load to help optimise usage.

Complementing this is AI Ecobubble, which detects fabric type and automatically adjusts the amount of bubbles, wash time, temperature and spin speed. This helps homeowners save up to 70% energy^[10] while delivering 45.5% better fabric care^[11], making frequent laundry more energy efficient during periods of hotter weather and helping to keep electricity costs under control.

Drying clothes can be just as challenging as washing them. The Bespoke AI Heatpump Dryer is especially useful when outdoor drying isn’t ideal due to haze or humid weather. AI Energy Mode helps to reduce energy consumption by up to 20%^[12]. Beyond everyday laundry, the Hygiene Care cycle is also ideal for items such as soft toys and linen as it helps sanitise and eliminate 99.9% of bacteria^[13] using extremely high temperatures while drying.

A smarter, more responsive home with SmartThings

While each Samsung appliance is designed to enhance everyday living, SmartThings brings them together onto one, connected home ecosystem. Homeowners can easily monitor and control appliances, create personalised routines and manage their home more effortlessly, whether they’re at home or away through this platform.

SmartThings also helps homeowners keep track of energy consumed by their appliances are being on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. By analysing usage patterns, it delivers useful insights for homeowners to help them easily understand overall household energy usage and to make more informed decisions about managing energy consumption over time.

I’m keen to explore Samsung’s AI home appliances, what’s next?

As Singapore households prepare for warmer months ahead, Samsung’s AI-powered home appliances can help make everyday living more comfortable, connected and energy efficient.

Visit Samsung’s authorised retailers or the Samsung Online Store to explore the latest promotions for Samsung’s home appliances.

Planning to upgrade your air conditioner? Book a Samsung Expert Aircon Site Visit, where a Samsung Certified Installer will assess your home, recommend the most suitable Bespoke AI WindFree Air Conditioner, and unlock exclusive savings on selected models after the visit.

_{^[1] Based on internal testing. Tested on the AR12TXCAAWKEU model compared with the Samsung conventional AQ12EASER model, measuring the time taken to reduce the room temperature from 33°C to 25°C.}

_{^[2] Available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account login are required.}

_{^[3] This function is reliant on GPS and may be affected by GPS conditions.}

_{^[4] A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account login are required}

_{^[5] Based on internal testing on AJ018DBAPKF/SP and AJ045DCJ2KF/SP models, comparing AI energy mode vs AI auto mode. Requires SmartThings App and Samsung account login. Actual savings may vary by usage patterns and environment.}

_{^[6] Based on internal testing on AJ018DBAPKF/SP and AJ045DCJ2KF/SP models, comparing AI Energy Mode vs AI Auto Mode. Requires SmartThings App and Samsung account login require. Actual savings may vary by usage patterns and environment.}

_{^[7] Value estimated on a five-year basis and based on a combination of System 4 units (9k + 9k + 12k + 24k). AI energy-saving calculator only provides estimated values for guidance only. For accurate and precise estimates, we recommend consulting with your utility provider or a qualified energy professional. Actual energy bills may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to, product model, and usage condition and patterns.}

_{^[8] Based on internal testing. The rest results are based on a comparison of the factory setting temperature when using AI Energy mode and without using AI Energy mode. Results may vary depending on the usage conditions and patterns.}

_{^[9] Based on the CVC test report for the Hygiene steam course. Removes 99.9% of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. Individual results may vary.}

_{^[10] Tested in accordance with IEC 50456-2010/4kg Wash Load / Super Eco Wash cold (WF80F5E5U4W) vs Cotton 40^oC without Ecobubble^TM (WF0702WJU). Individual results may vary.}

_{^[11] Based on an EMPA test on a 9kg model (WF906UA4SAGD, Synthetics), with and without Ecobubble^TM. Data collected from individual tests. Actual results may vary depending on individual use.}

_{^[12] Based on internal testing using the SuperSpeed course to dry a 5kg load. Results: Power consumption without AI Energy Mode = 950Wh. Power consumption with AI Energy Mode = 720Wh. Results may vary depending on actual usage conditions.}

_{^[13] Based on the CVC test report for the Hygiene Care cycle. Individual results may vary.}