AddWash Washing Machine

Samsung Jet Vac

The Samsung SmartThings App serves as his seamless connection between all the new appliances, as he wanted to ensure that every device was accessible, customisable and made even more convenient though a smartphone or tablet. This creates a seamless all-in-one access point to make the most of the appliances’ remote and A.I capabilities. With baby Jamie on the mind, Grant’s enthusiasm for the Addwash is clear. The appliance is well-loved for its efficiency, hygiene innovations and even the ability to add an item of clothing midway through a wash. Watch his post to see why he describes it as “perfect for Jamie because there’s even a baby-setting, and it also offers effortless ways to manage different fabrics, with Samsung doing the heavy-lifting”.

Grant also recently installed a Samsung WindFree Air Conditioner. Well, in reality it was Samsung’s Signature Service team that made the installation and instructions for use, a breath of fresh air. Watch his post as he discovers how the WindFree Air Conditioner is a must for any home in South Africa where smart cooling, hygiene and energy saving are all top of mind.  These innovative air conditioning units gently and quietly disperse air through 23,000 micro air holes, while its advanced airflow cools a wider and larger area more evenly without the unpleasant feeling of cold wind. It’s also equipped with innovative A.I features that detect when you’re in a room and also adapt to your usage patterns.

In another enthusiastic post Grant shared his excitement for the Samsung Jet Vac, which he and the Samsung installer both agreed rapidly began to resemble a spaceship. With the instructions for use conducted under strict whispering conditions (as baby Jamie was sleeping at the time), Grant discovered how remarkably the Samsung Jet Cordless Stick Vacuum range is cleaning up in all the ways people need it to. The 3 models, Jet 70, Jet 75 and Jet 90 deliver advanced cleaning solutions for South African homes. They are each designed to delight with incredible suction and battery power, a lightweight design, washable dustbin, free standing optional extras such as a docking station and the Clean Station^TM – for contactless disposal of vacuum dust. It’s also so light that it can be mounted on the wall for charging, and on full capacity you can get up to 60 minutes of run time. The Samsung Jet Vac’s flexible innovative accessories make it effortless to clean hard to reach spaces and corners. It can even mop your floors with an optional spinning sweeper you can purchase, leaving your home cleaner and fresher every time.

Grant later turned up the heat in his new smarter home with the Samsung Gas Cooker. In his post he showed why this is no ordinary Gas Cooker. It’s a stainless steel masterpiece, that adds a touch of class to your kitchen, making it easier to prepare a wide range of dishes, while seamlessly saving on energy costs. Powered by five burners, including a Triple Burner, a Rapid Burner, and a Simmer Burner, Grant couldn’t wait to make the most of the seamless and sophisticated adaptability of this stylish gas cooker.

As Grant showed, Samsung, as a technology pioneer, is perfectly placed to create seamless solutions that bring your home to life. As a company committed to human-centred solutions Samsung has developed a range of intelligent appliances that can be effortlessly connected to devices such as our indispensable smartphones. And the appliances themselves are embedded with features that make life simpler and better. The future has arrived and it is now a part of your home. Baby Jamie may one day share his own posts to show his delight at these incredible innovations.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that it is bringing its next generation laundry innovation to the U.S.:  the WW6850N washing machine featuring revolutionary QuickDrive technology. Responding to consumer demand for speed and cleaning performance, the 24” compact washer cleans laundry up to 35% faster for a thorough clean¹, compared to current Samsung models. The WW6850N will be on display at the upcoming International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas from 9-12 January, 2018.

With more Millennials than ever buying homes, this new cohort of digitally savvy homebuyers is demanding home appliances that incorporate meaningful, personalized technology to enhance their lives. The WW6850N with QuickDrive technology is just the latest in a line of differentiated laundry innovations, including the activewash Top Load Washer, AddWash Front Load Washer and FlexWash + FlexDry laundry pair.

“When you’ve got a pile of laundry to do, you just want to get it done as quickly and efficiently as possible,” said Shane Higby, Vice President, Home Appliance Marketing, Samsung Electronics America. “The introduction of the WW6850N washing machine with QuickDrive technology underscores our commitment to providing consumers with options for tackling their laundry needs to free up time for what really matters.”

The WW6850N washer’s innovative performance starts with QuickDrive technology, which features a large main drum and a back plate that move independently. This creates a dynamic action that moves clothes in four directions – up and down and back and forth – to quickly, gently and thoroughly remove dirt for a more powerful and intense wash cycle that takes up to 35% less time than other comparable Samsung machines[1]. Additionally, at 24” wide and stackable, the WW6850N washer and its companion dryer are an ideal size for small spaces like first floor laundry rooms or closets just off the master suite, to conveniently tackle loads quickly and effectively.

The WW6850N is IoT-ready and compatible with Samsung’s SmartThings ecosystem. Its Q-rator laundry assistant has smart capabilities that simplify the washing cycle with intuitive features:

• Laundry Recipe provides automatic recommendations for optimal wash cycles based on the color, fabric type, and degree of soiling inputted by the user.
• Laundry Planner allows consumers to manage the time that a wash cycle will finish, adjusting cycle settings accordingly.
• HomeCare Wizard monitors the washer to keep it operating at optimal performance and provides easy-to-follow maintenance instructions

A 2018 CES Innovations Award honouree, the WW6850N washing machine with QuickDrive technology will be available in the U.S. this year. For more information about Samsung Home Appliances, please visit www.samsung.com.

¹ Tested on Samsung WW6850N with WW6800K. Saves up to 35% time on Heavy Duty (hot, 6lb load) with a washing performance within ± 3%, based on internal data tested by AHAM HLW-1-2013.

“When it comes to innovating and creating home appliances, Samsung makes a deliberate effort to design a variety of washing machines that are suited for all kinds of washday needs. This on-going commitment ensures that our products are tailor-made to accommodate the way South Africans do their laundry. One such innovation, is the AddWash washing machine,” says Mike van Lier, Samsung South Africa’s Director of Consumer Electronics.

The AddWash feature allows you to add a rogue sock or overlooked T-shirt to a load of laundry without having to stop the entire load. The AddWash door allows you to pop in hand-washed clothes that you only want to rinse or spin dry.

The Six Essential Laundry Tips and Tricks 

1. Do Laundry More Often

If doing the laundry isn’t one of your favourite activities, rather do small bundles more frequently, instead of saving up massive wash loads to do at one time. You can also claim some of this time for yourself by listening to a podcast, audiobook or music while you wash, hang and fold your laundry.

2. Stain Removal Wipes

Spills at meal times are par for the course, but instead of dealing with ingrained stains on laundry day, there is an easier way. Stain removal wipes can be kept in your handbag, car or office. Apply a stain removal wipe soon after a spill, this will minimise the effort on laundry day and will preserve your favourite garments.

3. Avoid Shrinkage

Cotton fabrics can safely undergo a hot wash cycle. For everything else check the advisory labels attached. This will also help determine whether the colours need special care not to run. Always ensure that you programme your machine for a cold wash and the right setting to suit the load and the clothing you’re washing.

4. Pre-sort Laundry into Baskets

A simple solution is to use a three- or four-bin laundry sorting system, tossing clothes into the appropriate bin from the start. Whether you are doing separate colour loads – or one person’s laundry at a time to avoid searching for all their clothing items afterwards – this is a great solution.

5. Put Socks in Mesh Bags

Why not treat yourself to a few mesh bags – the idea is that each person puts his or her socks into a mesh bag, zips it up and tosses it in the laundry. When the bags come out of the washing machine, the socks are all together and ready to be put on the line, side-by-side.

6. Special Care for Nylon

Wash nylon clothing every time you wear it. Nylon is hard to clean once it becomes heavily soiled. Flood any oily stains immediately after they happen with warm or hot water to prevent them from becoming permanent.

“Life is too short to worry about laundry and how to get it done efficiently. We encourage our consumers to upgrade their laundry experience with our range of efficient and innovative washing machines,” concludes Van Lier.