Samsung Grande AI Dryer and Washer Sell 150,000 Units After Launch, "Gaining Popularity"

Samsung Grande AI Dryer·Washing Machine

[Asia Economy Reporter Changhwan Lee] Samsung Electronics' new dryers and washing machines have been gaining popularity.

On the 27th, Samsung Electronics announced that its Grande AI dryers and washing machines have sold approximately 150,000 units since their launch in January. The dryers have sold 85,000 units cumulatively up to last weekend, and the washing machines 65,000 units, totaling 150,000 units sold.

The Grande AI dryers and washing machines, launched on January 29, analyze users' usage habits and the condition of laundry using artificial intelligence technology to suggest the optimal course.

Consumers who purchased both the dryer and washing machine cited key reasons such as the industry's first 'All-in-One Control,' which allows operation of the dryer directly from the washing machine control panel, 'AI Course Linkage' that automatically recommends drying courses matching the washing course, the only energy efficiency grade 1 dryer in Korea, and the 'Decalcomania Design' that perfectly matches the appearance when the dryer and washing machine are installed together.

The Grande AI is also popular among newlyweds who move frequently, as it can be installed in series, parallel, or separately depending on the installation environment when relocating.

This product recently obtained the 'Green Technology Certification,' overseen by the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology and evaluated by eight government ministries including the Ministry of Environment and eleven specialized assessment agencies.

In particular, the dryer is the only energy efficiency grade 1 product in Korea and was the first dryer to receive green certification, recognized for its technology that improves energy efficiency. The Grande AI dryer significantly enhanced energy efficiency by expanding the heat exchanger area, a core component, by about 40% compared to previous models, and increasing the compressor compression chamber capacity by 26%.

Idarae Lee, Executive Director of Samsung Electronics' Home Appliance Business Division, said, “Grande AI is a product that has completely changed consumers' laundry and drying experience and is creating a new trend in the market. We will continue to introduce products that improve consumers' usage experience.”

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