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				<title>Less Time at the Sink, More Time Making Good Memories</title>
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									<description><![CDATA[  A typical South African summer means sunshine, braais, poolside parties and endless moments spent with family and friends. But we all know that]]></description>
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<p>A typical South African summer means sunshine, braais, poolside parties and endless moments spent with family and friends. But we all know that entertaining comes with the inevitable mountain of dirty dishes. The <strong>Samsung </strong><strong>Bespoke AI 60 cm Dishwasher with Water Jet Clean<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> &amp; Auto door open</strong> or the<strong> 14 Place setting Dishwasher</strong> is your ultimate summer essential, giving you more time to savour the season and less time scrubbing dishes.</p>
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<h3><strong>Powerful Cleaning with Water Jet Clean<sup>TM</sup></strong></h3>
<p>Summer gatherings could involve sticky marinades, sizzling grilled meats and oven-baked treats. With Water Jet Clean<sup>TM</sup>, Samsung’s powerful dual spray arms rotate in opposite directions to blast away even the toughest food residue.</p>
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<h3><strong>Hygiene Plus for Summer Freshness</strong></h3>
<p>The Hygiene Plus function extends the final rinse and increases the water temperature to 75˚C, ensuring deep cleaning and eliminating up to 99.999% of certain bacteria<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1"><span><sup>[1]</sup></span></a>. It’s peace of mind that your dishes aren’t just clean, but hygienically safe for your family and friends.</p>
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<h3><strong>Energy Efficient and Eco-Friendly</strong></h3>
<p>The Samsung Dishwashers are designed with sustainability in mind, boasting an A+++ energy efficiency label<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2"><span><sup>[2]</sup></span></a>. Thanks to the innovative All-in-One Sump module, the dishwashers consume as little as 8 litres of water on the eco cycle while delivering incredible performance<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3"><span>[3]</span></a>.</p>
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<h3><strong>FlexLoad for Bigger Summer Crowds</strong></h3>
<p>From kids’ playdates to extended family visits, summer often means catering for larger groups. The FlexLoad feature ensures you can fit in dishes, glasses, and cups of all shapes and sizes with ease. With adjustable middle-rack tines that can be repositioned in three settings, you’ll won’t need to cram or split loads unnecessarily.</p>
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<h3><strong>Smarter Living with SmartThings<a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4"><span><sup>[4]</sup></span></a><br />
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<p>Take convenience up a notch and enjoy connected living with the SmartThings app. Connect your dishwasher to your phone or even your TV to monitor cycles, receive notifications when dishes are ready, and manage your time seamlessly. This feature ensures you stay in control and not miss a single laugh or story outdoors.</p>
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<h3><strong>Sparkling Results with Auto Door Open</strong></h3>
<p>For dry dishes, the Auto Door Open feature automatically opens the door by 10cm at the end of the cycle. This allows steam to escape naturally, protecting your kitchen furniture while ensuring faster, more efficient drying.</p>
<p>With its powerful cleaning, hygienic care, energy saving and smart connectivity, the Samsung Dishwasher is the ultimate summer essential. This season, spend less time at the sink and more time enjoying the company of your loved ones.</p>
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<p><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[1]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Based on testing by Intertek. Removes 99.999% of certain bacteria, including Escherichia coli, Salmonella enteritidis, Listeria monocytogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumonice with the ECO + Hygiene Plus course. Individual results may vary.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[2]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Model code: DW60B*8. Based on the SANS 50242:2018 Ed.2 / SANS 60436:2018 Ed. 1 , SANS 941:2014 and Regulation 1059/2010/EU for European energy labelling, compared to an A++ or lower rated model.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[3]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Only when using the ECO program.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[4]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> To use SmartThings, download the App from the Galaxy Store, Google Play Store, or Apple App Store. The SmartThings App requires Android OS 10↑ with a minimum of 3GB RAM space or iOS 15↑. Supported OS specifications and app screen configuration may change with app updates.</span></p>
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				<title>Samsung Bespoke Dishwashers Combine Powerful Performance with Great Design</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:31:34 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[  Samsung’s Bespoke Dishwasher was designed to meet the demands of the modern consumer. With energy-efficient performance, intuitive flexibility and a]]></description>
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<p>Samsung’s <strong>Bespoke Dishwasher</strong> was designed to meet the demands of the modern consumer. With energy-efficient performance, intuitive flexibility and a sleek, customisable aesthetic, the Samsung Bespoke Dishwasher is built to blend seamlessly into a wide range of contemporary living spaces.</p>
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<h3><strong>Style as a Statement: A Dishwasher That Complements Your Design Vision</strong></h3>
<p>The Bespoke Dishwasher is more than just an appliance, it’s a design element. With Samsung’scustomisable door panels<strong>,</strong> homeowners can choose their colour from Black, White, Navy Blue or Beige <a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1"><span><sup>[1]</sup></span></a>. These finishes reflect their personal style, whether it’s blending seamlessly with their cabinets for a minimalist look or making a bold statement in the kitchen. Better yet, these panels can be swapped out over time, allowing your dishwasher to evolve with your design vision.</p>
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<h3><strong>Auto Door Open for Sparkling Results</strong></h3>
<p>Forget lingering moisture and damp glassware. At the end of each cycle, the Auto Door Open feature gently opens the door by 10cm, allowing steam to escape. The result is faster, more effective drying, and sparkling clean dishes every time, all achieved without sacrificing the integrity of your kitchen furniture <a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2"><span><sup>[2]</sup></span></a>.</p>
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<h3><strong>Energy Efficient, Eco-Conscious Cleaning</strong></h3>
<p>Efficiency is at the heart of the Bespoke Dishwasher, it has a high energy efficiency rating with A+++ energy labels <a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3"><span><sup>[3]</sup></span></a>. With its innovative All-in-One Sump module, it consumes minimal power and uses just 8 litres of water <a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4"><sup>[4]</sup></a> without compromising performance. Its high energy efficiency rating ensures you save on resources while enjoying outstanding cleaning results<a href="#_ftn5" name="_ftnref5"><sup>[5]</sup></a> , making it a sustainable choice for today’s eco-conscious households.</p>
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<h3><strong>Efficiency Meets Elegance</strong></h3>
<p>Minimise noise in your home. The dishwasher works more smoothly and quietly as it has an Inverter motor. It also has an Extra Silence program that washes a little bit slower, but creates 2 decibels less noise than the ECO program<sup>5</sup>. With ultra-low noise levels of 42db(A) <a href="#_ftn6" name="_ftnref6"><span><sup>[6]</sup></span></a>, it’s perfectly suited for open-plan living spaces, ensuring it works discreetly in the background while life carries on around it. And thanks to SmartThings <a href="#_ftn7" name="_ftnref7"><sup>[7]</sup></a> connectivity, you can control and monitor your dishwasher from your smartphone or even receive cycle notifications on your Samsung TV, bringing new levels of convenience to your daily routine.</p>
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<h3><strong>Space Maximisation: Smarter Interiors, More Flexibility</strong></h3>
<p>Fit in various sized dishes, glasses and cups. The middle rack’s tines can be adjusted across 3 settings using a lever and it has a glass holder. A high lower rack with foldable tines at the front helps stabilise the loaded dishes and bowls, while tines at the back fold down fully to accommodate loading bigger items.</p>
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<p>The Samsung Bespoke Dishwasher represents the best of both worlds &#8211; powerful, efficient cleaning performance and customisable design that fits seamlessly into your home. More than a dishwasher, it’s an extension of your lifestyle, designed to evolve with the way you live. Maximise your space and style with Samsung Bespoke Dishwasher this summer.</p>
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<p>Samsung Dish Days <a href="#_ftn8" name="_ftnref8"><span><sup>[8]</sup></span></a>, a promotion run in partnership with Sunlight, is designed to make dishwashing more rewarding than ever by gifting customers who purchase selected Samsung dishwashers with a free Sunlight gift pack which includes dishwashing tablets and liquid <a href="#_ftn9" name="_ftnref9"><span><sup>[9]</sup></span></a>. Samsung recommends Sunlight <a href="#_ftn10" name="_ftnref10"><span><sup>[10]</sup></span></a>.</p>
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<p><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[1]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Subject to availability</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[2]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Individual results may vary based on actual load contents.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[3]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Based on the SANS 50242:2018 Ed.2 / SANS 60436:2018 Ed. 1, SANS 941:2014 and Regulation 1059/2010/EU for European energy labelling, compared to an A++ or lower rated model. ** Model code: DW60B*8********* Only when using the ECO program.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[4]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> 8L water consumption is based on Cotton Eco Cycle. </span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref5" name="_ftn5"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[5]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Results may vary.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref6" name="_ftn6"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[6]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Noise Level for the DW60BB8*****FA / DW60BG8*****FA models. Extra Silence program: 40dB, ECO program: 42dB. Based on testing conducted in an internal laboratory.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref7" name="_ftn7"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[7]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> To use SmartThings, download the App from the Galaxy Store, Google Play Store, or Apple App Store. The SmartThings App requires Android OS 10↑ with a minimum of 3GB RAM space or iOS 15↑. Supported OS specifications and app screen configuration may change with app updates.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref8" name="_ftn8"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[8]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Promotion ends 5 October 2025.</span></p>
<p><a href="#_ftnref9" name="_ftn9"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[9]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Subject to availability and terms and conditions apply.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref10" name="_ftn10"><span><sup style="font-size: small;">[10]</sup></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> In comparison with leading competitors.</span></span></p>
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				<title>[Infographic] Our Most Precious Resource</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2018 23:57:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><img class="size-full wp-image-2865 aligncenter swImageNewWindow" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Infographic-Water-Water-Everywhere-And-Not-A-Drop-To-Drink.png" alt="Our Most Precious Resource" width="821" height="1109" data-sw-popup-image-url="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Infographic-Water-Water-Everywhere-And-Not-A-Drop-To-Drink.png" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Infographic-Water-Water-Everywhere-And-Not-A-Drop-To-Drink.png 821w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Infographic-Water-Water-Everywhere-And-Not-A-Drop-To-Drink-302x408.png 302w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Infographic-Water-Water-Everywhere-And-Not-A-Drop-To-Drink-768x1037.png 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Infographic-Water-Water-Everywhere-And-Not-A-Drop-To-Drink-758x1024.png 758w" sizes="(max-width: 821px) 100vw, 821px" /></p>
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				<title>Water Water Everywhere And Not A Drop To Drink</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2018 23:51:42 +0000</pubDate>
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																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 27 March 2018</strong> – Water is a hot topic currently with Cape Town on the verge of a major crisis and the devastating effects of wasting water being brought to the fore. The World Health Organisation indicates that a minimum of 7.5 litres per person per day will meet the requirements of most people, under most conditions. But, that’s just basic survival. A further 20 litres per person per day is needed to take care of basic hygiene. Laundry and bathing will require more than that. The average toilet uses nine litres per flush, an amount that’s not required every time.</p>
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<p>Saving water doesn’t have to negatively impact hygiene levels. Being mindful of how you use water and embracing technology will help to drastically reduce daily water consumption. Washing dishes is a great case in point. A study conducted in Germany found that people who washed dishes by hand used on average 49 litres of water, as opposed to dishwashers that used only 13 litres for the same number of dishes. Additionally, the dishes washed in a machine were cleaner than those washed by hand.</p>
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<p>Samsung have a range of dishwashers that ensure energy and water consumption is highly efficient. One of the innovations created is WaterWall, which comprises a wall at the bottom of the machine made up of six high-intensity nozzles and a moving bar that deflects the jets upwards and at different angles. This is a complete departure from the conventional rotating spray.</p>
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<p>Mike van Lier, Director of Consumer Electronics, Samsung south Africa, says, “Saving both energy and water is essential in today’s world. Water is an incredibly precious resource and we have addressed this in numerous ways by embedding smart technology into our domestic appliances.”</p>
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<p>Additional features that are offered by Samsung’s range of dishwashers include the Auto Wash Cycle, which uses a turbidity sensor that identifies when to stop once the water is free from food particles. The Zone Booster allows greater flexibility with two cleaning zones on the lower rack, with water pressure and temperature controls ensuring a perfectly clean load every time. Another feature that adds convenience is the Auto Door Open that opens the door once the rinse and dry process ends, allowing steam to escape, ensuring cleaned dishes don’t emerge streaked.</p>
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<p>“Samsung’s research and development centres on creating innovative products that enhance customer’s lives. Our range of dishwashers are all embedded with exceptional technology that assist in saving energy, water and time,” concludes van Lier.</p>
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