BENTON HARBOR, Mich.,
Jan. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/
-- Whirlpool Corporation is taking its smart home appliance
capabilities to new heights with Apple Watch. Rolling out in early
2018, connected appliances from Whirlpool Corporation will allow
consumers to remotely communicate with ovens, washers and dryers
via Apple Watch. The collaboration marks the first time an
appliance maker has connected its products with Apple Watch and its
capabilities.
"Bringing intuitive technology and functionality to the
appliance category that helps take the friction out of household
chores is chief among our goals as we innovate for the smart home,"
said Brett Dibkey, Whirlpool
Corporation vice president, brand and strategy in North America. "Our consumers are
sophisticated and expect their appliances to work smarter, not
harder. Through the new collaboration with Apple, we're increasing
a consumer's capability to interact with their appliances in new
and more convenient ways."
Compatibility with Apple Watch will begin with a roll out to
more than 20 Whirlpool brand connected appliances in 2018.
Consumers will be able to remotely communicate with their
appliances through the Whirlpool app on Apple Watch in a variety of
ways*:
- Oven: Consumers will be able to see the current oven
status and control commands during an active cycle.
- Washer: Alongside status updates, users can control the
wash options of an active cycle. Whether it be a normal wash,
delicates, or brights, consumers can adjust an active cycle on the
fly via their Apple Watch.
- Dryer: Consumers can control and detect if a cycle has
started, understanding how much time remains before the cycle is
complete.
This collaboration with Apple Watch is another demonstration of
Whirlpool Corporation's commitment to innovation that serves a
purpose. By expanding remote connectivity to home appliances,
consumers can continue to personalize their appliance interactions
and care for their families smarter, faster, and better.
From Jan. 9-12, CES® attendees can
get up close to all Whirlpool brand innovations at booth #41725 in
the Smart Home section, located at the Sands Expo Center. For more
information on the company's care-centric product innovations and
to join the conversation, visit ces.whirlpool.com and follow
#CareSmarter.
* Appliance must be set to remote enable. WiFi & App
required. Features subject to change. For details and privacy
statement, visit whirlpool.com/connect.
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool
Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is the number one major appliance
manufacturer in the world, with approximately $21 billion in annual sales, 93,000 employees and
70 manufacturing and technology research centers in 2016. The
company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag,
Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht,
Jenn-Air, Indesit and other major brand names in
nearly every country throughout the world. Additional information
about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com, or find us on
Twitter at @WhirlpoolCorp.
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