Samsung CONNECT Opens at IFA 2026, Bringing the Future of AI-Powered Living to Life

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today welcomed media, influencers and partners to Samsung Connect, a new immersive exhibition space at Humboldt Carré in central Berlin for IFA 2026. Open from 2–6 September, the experience demonstrates Samsung’s “Companion to AI Living” vision through connected technology that works naturally around people to make every day experiences smarter, simpler and more intuitive.

Highlights include previewing future Bespoke AI Washer models ¹ designed to help consumers save energy and manage running costs, three industry-first gaming monitor innovations, the recently announced Galaxy S26 FE and the new Galaxy Book6, launching this week. The experience builds on Samsung’s longstanding partnership with IFA and its commitment to delivering meaningful innovation across Europe. Samsung is also the official main sponsor of the IFA Creator Hub at Messe Berlin.

“AI should deliver tangible benefits that people can see and experience in their everyday lives,” said Benjamin Braun, Chief Marketing Officer, Samsung Europe. “At IFA 2026, we’re showcasing how Samsung is levelling up its AI across our TVs, mobile devices and the connected home, in practical and accessible ways. Whether it’s helping people save energy, enjoy richer entertainment experiences or access powerful AI features across more devices, our focus remains on technology that improves everyday life.”

Celebrating 20 Years as the World’s Number One TV Brand

For 20 consecutive years, Samsung has held the position of the world’s number one TV brand ². The latest product portfolio and innovations that has maintained this leadership position will be showcased at IFA.

Delivering the next generation of TV experiences, Micro RGB represents a major advancement in picture quality, using microscopic red, green and blue LEDs to deliver exceptional precision across colour, contrast and clarity.

Helping users discover and enjoy content more easily, Vision AI Companion³ is available across Samsung’s 2026 TV line-up and brings conversational AI to the TV, providing personalised recommendations and contextual information without interrupting the viewing experience.

Samsung’s leadership is built on not only delivering exceptional viewing experiences, but on an ecosystem that extends beyond the screen. By bringing together premium hardware, intelligent software and content within one connected platform, Samsung continues to enhance entertainment throughout the lifetime of the TV. Samsung TV Plus, which now reaches more than 100 million monthly active users globally, is a key part of this experience.

Industry – First Gaming Monitor Innovation

With its latest gaming monitor portfolio, Samsung is continuing its display leadership with a series of industry-first products designed to push the boundaries of gaming performance and deliver more immersive and responsive experiences for consumers.

These include the Odyssey G75SJ, the world’s first 42″ Curved OLED gaming monitor, providing a wide cinematic view and 4K OLED picture quality on a larger screen. The Odyssey G60H 27″, the world’s first 1100Hz monitor, giving players the speed to trust their instincts, push harder and compete at their highest level. The Odyssey OLED G9, the world’s first 49-inch DQHD gaming monitor with a 360 Hz refresh rate. Lastly, the Odyssey OLED G8, a 32-inch UHD OLED monitor that pairs QD-OLED picture quality with a top refresh rate of 360 Hz for fast, fluid gameplay and Triple Mode support.

AI- Powered Appliances Designed Around Everyday Living

Announced at IFA, Samsung is expanding its Bespoke AI Washer range with new 10kg and 13kg models designed around greater energy efficiency, capacity and convenience. The new 10kg model consumes up to 70% ⁴ less energy than the minimum energy efficiency requirement for a Class A rating in Europe, while the 13kg model delivers greater capacity within a European standard 600mm depth using SpaceMax™ technology.

Samsung is also showcasing the latest Bespoke AI Refrigerator Family Hub updates, bringing enhanced AI-powered food recognition and connected kitchen experiences to the home.

Bringing Galaxy AI to More People

At IFA, Samsung is also giving visitors the opportunity to experience the recently announced Galaxy S26 FE. First in the Galaxy S26 lineup to launch with One UI 9, Galaxy S26 FE pairs advanced camera capabilities with the latest Galaxy AI.

The Galaxy S26 FE includes many of the AI-powered experiences available across the Galaxy ecosystem, enabling more consumers to benefit from advanced AI features which include a flagship-level camera experience and intelligent editing tools designed around how consumers capture, create and communicate today.

Samsung is also announcing a new 14-inch Galaxy Book6 this week, further expanding access to premium Galaxy experiences across the connected ecosystem. Combining up to 25 hours of video playback ⁵, Intel® Core™ 3 and Core™ 5 performance, Galaxy AI-enabled features and the design language of the Galaxy Book6 family, the new model brings Samsung’s innovations to even more consumers.

For more information on the products featured in this release, please visit the Samsung Global Newsroom.

1. The Bespoke AI Washer models shown at IFA 2026 are development-stage display models. Specifications are subject to change, and commercial availability to be determined. ↩︎
2. Omdia, February 2026. Global television market share by manufacturer, based on annual sales by volume and revenue. According to Omdia data, Samsung has been the world’s leading TV brand for 20 consecutive years. For general information only; not an endorsement, certification or recommendation by Omdia. ↩︎
3. Vision AI Companion is available worldwide in English and limited to seven European languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Polish* (*by the end of Oct 2026). Other global languages include: Korean, Vietnamese and Thai. ↩︎
4. Based on Samsung internal testing.  The energy consumption of this Bespoke AI Washer [WF90*/24 (10kg)] achieves an EEI of 15.5 (15.3 kWh / 100 cycles), which is up to 70.2% more energy efficient compared to the minimum threshold for Class A (EEI 52 for 10kg models) under Regulation (EU) No 2019/2014. Final testing to be conducted prior to EPREL registration. Results may vary depending on the usage environment. Energy ratings tested with the Eco 40–60 program. ↩︎
5. Based on results from internal lab tests for local video playback time conducted by Samsung. Tested with results from a pre-release version of the device under settings (1080p video playback from video files stored on the device’s local storage, player-Windows video players (Media Player, Movies & TV, Films & TV) with full screen, brightness-150nits, wired earphone with default volume, airplane mode on) without connection to Wi-Fi or mobile network, measuring the time until the device is discharged to 2%. Battery life varies significantly depending on settings, network environment, usage patterns and other factors. ↩︎