LG Electronics has launched a new ice and water dispenser that enhances convenience with voice recognition and artificial intelligence (AI) features.
On July 16, LG announced the release of the 'LG Puricare AI Ice and Water Dispenser,' which can dispense purified water, cold water, and ice using natural language voice commands, along with AI home hub functionality.
Users can simply say "Hi LG" followed by commands like "Give me 200mL of cold water" or "Give me a cup of ice" to receive their desired amounts of water and ice. The device also supports a stop function, allowing users to halt dispensing by saying "stop."
The AI capabilities have been enhanced as well. The 'AI Customized Dispensing' feature analyzes approximately four weeks of usage data to learn the user's preferred water temperature and dispensing volume, suggesting up to three personalized settings. It can also automatically provide the appropriate water temperature and volume for ten different recipes, including coffee, tea, ramen, and formula.
The dispenser also functions as an AI home hub. It can control appliances such as washing machines, air conditioners, refrigerators, and dishwashers via voice commands, while also providing information on weather, news, and schedules.
Hygiene management features have been maintained. The direct water line undergoes automatic high-temperature sterilization once a week, and UVnano sterilization is applied to the dispensing and ice output areas. A cup detection sensor ensures that water or ice will not dispense if no cup is present, even if a voice command is given.
The front display has been expanded from 4.3 inches to 6.8 inches, allowing users to easily check key functions, energy usage, and weather information at a glance.
Industry analysts suggest that the water dispenser market is rapidly shifting from a focus on basic purification functions to AI-based personalized services and smart home integration.
LG Electronics is offering the new product for a subscription price of 53,900 won per month over six years, which includes regular maintenance services for filter replacements, sterilization of the direct water line and dispensing areas, and inspections of the ice storage compartment.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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