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Embracing AI in Everyday Life with Hisense

At IFA 2026, Hisense, a global leader in consumer electronics and home appliances, introduced its cutting-edge AI Companion Suite, designed to simplify and enhance daily home management. The event showcased how artificial intelligence can revolutionize tasks in the kitchen, laundry room, and living areas, bringing a new level of convenience and intelligence to everyday routines.

Under this year's theme, “Innovating a Brighter Life,” Hisense's AI Companion Suite, powered by ConnectLife, offers integrated intelligence that connects various home appliances. It begins as soon as you enter your kitchen; a simple inquiry like, “What should I cook tonight?” sets off a chain of automation. The AI Companion Refrigerator identifies ingredients within and suggests recipes tailored to individual tastes, making meal planning hassle-free. Once a recipe is selected, it syncs with the AI Companion Oven for automatic cooking assistance, while the AI Companion Wine Cabinet recommends ideal wine pairings and maintains proper storage conditions.

Post-mealtime, the AI-enabled Dishwasher assesses the state of your dishes and adjusts the wash cycle accordingly, exemplifying how AI can support your journey from dinner planning to dishwashing effortlessly.

In the laundry area, visitors experienced the AI Companion Laundry Suite, which transforms mundane laundry tasks into an automated process. The system identifies fabric types and selects suitable washing and drying programs autonomously, allowing users to simply load their laundry and let the device do the rest.

The integration of AI continues in the living room with the AI Companion Air Conditioner, which detects room conditions and occupant presence. It skillfully adjusts airflow to provide optimal comfort while considering external weather conditions and energy pricing to balance home energy consumption intelligently. Furthermore, Hisense has partnered with Alexa+ to become one of the first appliance brands to integrate smart home devices with Amazon’s AI assistant. This collaboration allows Alexa+ users to control selected Hisense air conditioning units using voice commands, simplifying home climate management even further.

Hisense's innovative approach was recognized at IFA, where several products received accolades. The "Multi Function II" series, an energy-efficient all-in-one HVAC solution, earned the prestigious "Winner Award," while the "X-zone Master" was honored for its design and functionality. The company also saw its air conditioning unit, "U8 Air Master," the "W60 3D Kitchen-fit" series, and the 60-cm built-in wine cabinet receive awards, showcasing Hisense's commitment to blending smart technology with thoughtful design and user-friendly operation.

During IFA, Hisense demonstrated how its "Smart Home Companion" features, backed by advanced AI capabilities, enable devices to perceive situations, deliberate actions, communicate naturally with users, and autonomously coordinate tasks across platforms. These functionalities empower the AI Companion Suites to understand context, make decisions, and execute actions, thereby enhancing home efficiency while demanding less from its users.

Founded in 1969, Hisense has established itself as a premier brand recognized worldwide for high-quality consumer electronics and appliances, with operations in over 180 countries. According to Omdia, Hisense ranks first globally in the market segment for televisions of 100 inches and larger (from 2023 to the first half of 2026). As a pioneer of RGB MiniLED technology, Hisense continues to lead in the next-generation RGB MiniLED innovation. As an official sponsor of FIFA World Cup 2026, Hisense is dedicated to leveraging global sports partnerships to engage a broader audience.

In conclusion, the IFA 2026 event highlighted Hisense's commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation using AI to enhance everyday life, ultimately aiming to create smarter, more efficient homes for everyone.