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Haier's AI-Powered Smart Home Experience at IFA 2026

Haier, recognized as the world's leading home appliance brand for an impressive 17 years, has showcased its groundbreaking AI-powered smart home ecosystem at IFA 2026 in Berlin. The presentation highlighted how connected appliances can transform everyday living by adapting and responding to user needs.

The Theme: "Home of Intelligent Possibilities"

The concept of the exhibit revolved around creating a home that not only understands but anticipates user requirements. With a mix of washing care, refrigeration technology, cooking, entertainment, digital services, and robotics, Haier's ecosystem caters to various aspects of daily life, emphasizing a seamless domestic experience.

Real-Time Adaptations with AI

At the forefront is Haier's commitment to integrating artificial intelligence across its product portfolio. The Vision 15 washing machine utilizes internal cameras, sensors, and advanced algorithms to analyze load size, balance, and suds levels, allowing it to autonomously adjust water levels, detergent dosage, drum movement, and program settings. Meanwhile, the innovative Maestro refrigerator employs the AI Food Care System 2.0 to recognize food items and suggest optimal conditions, enhancing food management efficiency.

The same adaptive intelligence extends to the ID Ultimate Series 6 oven, leveraging an internal camera to recognize food type and cooking progress. It can even halt cooking once the desired outcome is reached, ensuring culinary perfection every time. Moreover, the UltraSense AI adapts audio-visual settings based on surrounding content and environmental conditions, optimizing entertainment experiences in real-time.

A Unified Digital Experience

The hOn app integrates all connected products, encapsulating Haier Europe’s services into one cohesive digital interface. This innovation allows household devices to interact and collaborate, optimizing daily tasks and maximizing the benefits of IoT technology.

With more than 130 million registered users worldwide and a record of 86.1 billion interactions with smart home scenarios in 2025, Haier continues to lead as the number one brand in global smart home revenues, according to Euromonitor International.

Robotics and Smart Home Intelligence

Haier's ambitious vision includes how AI and embodied intelligence can perform daily physical tasks. The display also featured humanoid robots interfacing with household appliances, robotic cleaning systems equipped with object recognition, and companion robots offering voice assistance and personalized support. One notable innovation was Haier’s exoskeleton, designed to assist users' mobility by interpreting movement intentions in real-time, facilitating natural movement.

Continued Growth and Innovation

The integration of AI, robust household appliances, and robotics reflects Haier's dedication to addressing real human needs. These developments are supported by Haier’s open innovation system, which bridges global research with local user insights. In pursuit of innovation, Haier has led the global patent rankings for smart home technology for 15 consecutive years and plans to invest over 13 billion euros in the next five years to further advance essential technologies, including AI, semiconductors, and IoT security.

Sports Partnerships and Brand Philosophy

Haier also highlighted its commitment to global sports partnerships, aligning its brand ethos of innovation and performance with the pursuit of excellence in athletics. Visitors to IFA 2026 can experience Haier’s smart home technology firsthand at Hall 3.1, Stand 101 from September 4 to 8.

This commitment to transforming living spaces demonstrates Haier’s forward-thinking approach and unwavering dedication to creating more intuitive, responsive home environments.