Samsung Electronics Unveils Next-Level Evolution of 'SmartThings Energy' Service

Samsung SmartThings Energy app

[Asia Economy Reporter Changhwan Lee] Samsung Electronics announced that it will newly launch the 'SmartThings Energy' service, which efficiently manages the electricity consumption of home appliances, on the 9th.

First introduced in May last year, SmartThings Energy is a service that monitors the energy consumption of home appliances linked to the SmartThings app in real time, analyzes user patterns to provide useful energy-saving tips, and allows users to check the estimated electricity bill based on the meter reading date.

Among domestic home appliance companies, SmartThings Energy is the only service that informs integrated energy consumption of appliances through an app.

The newly upgraded SmartThings Energy service features added control functions to save energy for air conditioners and air purifiers.

First, by newly applying the ‘Energy Saving Service’ function, when the peak electricity usage time occurs in summer, a power-saving signal is sent to the air conditioners of users subscribed to the service, automatically switching them to energy-saving mode.

Additionally, a function was added to automatically switch to energy-saving mode if the daily air conditioner usage fee exceeds a set target amount.

By pressing the newly installed ‘Eco Button,’ users can also run the air conditioner in saving mode for a specific period.

Furthermore, if the air conditioner or air purifier is operating while no family members are present indoors, a notification is sent suggesting to turn off the power, and a function was added to compare the total energy usage cost of connected devices with monthly targets and inform the user.

Park Chan-woo, Executive Director of Samsung Electronics’ Home Appliance Business Division, said, "The enhanced SmartThings Energy service not only monitors energy consumption but also provides various solutions to practically save energy. Through efficient air conditioner control considering each household’s energy usage, it will contribute to a more comfortable life without worrying about electricity bills even during the hot summer."

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