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Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Chinese electronics maker Changhong unveiled a new lineup of AI-powered home appliances at IFA 2026, spanning televisions, refrigerators, air conditioners and washing machines built around everyday household needs.

The Q60S Pro TV turns family time into fitness time.

The set runs Changhong's new AI sports platform, LeDong, which transforms the screen into a hub for family workouts and interaction rather than a passive viewing device.

Sensors let appliances react to how people actually live.

An AI air conditioner uses person-detection to track where users are in a room and adjusts airflow accordingly. A companion AI refrigerator relies on smart sensors to help households keep closer tabs on food freshness before items spoil.

Berlin – – September 10, 2026 -- Midea has unveiled VitaBreeze, a new home air conditioning system that lets users direct airflow to specific spots in a room via smartphone, with a global preview set for IFA 2026 and a European retail launch planned for early 2027.

The system maps rooms to control airflow direction

VitaBreeze uses what Midea calls AirGrid Intelligence, which creates a digital layout of a room so users can visually steer air currents from their phone -- toward a yoga mat, for instance, or away from a couch.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Haier showcased an AI-powered smart-home ecosystem at IFA 2026, covering laundry, cooling, cooking, entertainment, digital services and robotics, running under the theme "Home of Intelligent Possibilities."

The Vision 15 washing machine reads laundry loads in real time

Using a built-in camera, sensors and algorithms, the Vision 15 detects load size, balance and foam levels, then adjusts water level, detergent dosage, drum movement and program settings accordingly.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Changhong showcased a new lineup of AI-powered home appliances at IFA 2026, including televisions, refrigerators, air conditioners, and laundry machines designed to simplify daily routines through smarter, more intuitive technology.

The Q60S Pro TV turns screen time into a shared sports experience

The television features the Changhong LeDong AI sports platform, which converts the set from a passive viewing screen into an interactive hub for family sports engagement.

Sensors let air conditioners and refrigerators anticipate household needs

An AI-equipped air conditioner detects human presence, recognizing user location and habits to automatically adjust airflow. A companion AI refrigerator uses smart sensors to help users manage food storage more proactively, aiming to reduce complexity rather than add to it.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Haier showcased an AI-driven smart home ecosystem at IFA 2026 in Berlin, covering laundry, food preservation, cooking, entertainment and robotics under the theme "Home of Smart Possibilities."

The Vision 15 washing machine adjusts its own settings mid-cycle

Using an internal camera, sensors and algorithms, the Vision 15 detects laundry load, balance and foam levels, then automatically adjusts water amount, detergent dosing, drum movement and program settings.

A prototype fridge reads what food is stored inside it

The Maestro prototype combines several preservation technologies with an AI Food Care System 2.0 that identifies stored ingredients and recommends storage conditions to help users manage food more efficiently.

Berlin -- September 7, 2026 -- Tuya Smart introduced Doova, an AI companion robot designed for seniors living independently, at IFA 2026 in Berlin.

Doova responds to a spoken call for help within seconds

The robot uses LDS-LiDAR, a four-microphone sound-localization system, and AI skeleton-recognition algorithms to detect falls or emergencies. If a user says "Hey Tuya, help," Doova locates them, moves to their position, and assesses the situation in real time. If there is no response within 60 seconds, it automatically triggers an emergency workflow, sending family members a two-way live video alert so help can be arranged immediately.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- TECNO won two Gold prizes at the IFA Global Product Technology Innovation Awards 2026, honoring its ultra-thin modular smartphone and the Tonino Lamborghini TECNO TAURUS mini gaming PC.

The TECNO Modular Phone takes Gold for ultra-thin magnetic modular technology

At just 4.9mm thick, the device is billed as the world's thinnest modular smartphone. It uses patented Interconnected Magnetic Connection (IMC) technology, pairing a precision magnetic array with pogo-pin connectors to let users attach interchangeable modules. The main device carries a 3,000 to 4,000 mAh battery, while modules draw their own power for instant use, a design meant to address the tension between growing on-device AI demands and limited hardware space.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- Hisense showcased its AI Companion suite at IFA 2026 in Berlin, demonstrating how connected AI, powered by ConnectLife, can automate kitchen, laundry and living room tasks.

A smart fridge starts the cooking process

In the kitchen demo, asking 'What should I cook?' prompts the smart refrigerator to identify stored ingredients and suggest meal ideas based on personal preferences. Once a recipe is chosen, it syncs with the AI Companion Oven for automatic cooking, while the AI Companion Wine Cabinet recommends pairings and maintains proper storage conditions. After the meal, the AI Companion Dishwasher reads the state of the dishes and adjusts the wash cycle accordingly.

Laundry cycles adjust automatically to fabric type

The AI Companion Laundry Suite recognizes clothing characteristics and selects the appropriate wash and dry cycles, adjusting the process automatically for a hands-off laundry experience.

Berlin – September 10, 2026 -- TECNO picked up two IFA Global Product Technology Innovation Awards this week, honoring its ultra-slim modular smartphone and a Tonino Lamborghini-branded gaming mini PC.

The TECNO Modular Phone measures just 4.9mm thick

The device won the "Ultra-Slim Magnetic Modular Technology Innovation Gold Award" for its proprietary Magnetic Interconnection Technology, which pairs a precision magnetic field with pogo-pin connectors. The host device carries a 3,000-4,000 mAh battery, and attachable modules draw power directly from it in what TECNO calls a "snap-and-go" setup. The design aims to solve the tension between rising AI processing demands and limited internal space in slim phones. The technology has already collected more than 20 media accolades, including "Best of MWC 2026" from CNET and Yanko Design, and "Best Mobile Tech" from The Verge at MWC 2026.

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Midea has launched a built-in oven from its SpaceMaster series that reaches 350°C, a temperature rarely found in household appliances and typically reserved for professional pizzerias.

Most home ovens cap out at 250°C, too low for authentic pizza crust

Standard ovens max out around 250°C, sufficient for a casserole but not for the bubbled, leopard-spotted crust that defines great pizza. Achieving that texture has traditionally required a backyard brick oven or a delivery order.

The oven pairs 350°C heat with a built-in pizza stone

The SpaceMaster oven combines its high heat with an integrated pizza stone designed to absorb and transfer warmth directly to the dough, mimicking the baking surface of a traditional brick oven. Midea states the result is a pizza that goes from raw dough to pizzeria-quality in under three minutes, without becoming soggy or drying out.