Samsung announce a range of Internet of Things products at the
ongoing IFA 2015 in Berlin. The South Korean tech giant wrap off its SleepSense
health-centric device, and its first Ultra HD HD Blu-ray player. The also
launched an Internet-connected Samsung WW8500 AddWash washing machine.
The company says that its Ultra HD Blu-ray player offers 64
times higher colour expression and four times the resolution of of standard Blu-ray
devices. The device also includes upscaling to provide UHD resolution for
"any disc" the company noted. The new Blu-ray player also supports
HDR (high dynamic range) video.
The Samsung SleepSense is a personal healthcare
device made to help people to improve the quality of their sleep. The device
works by simply analysing your sleep patterns - including quality and duration
and also brings a personalised sleep reports through its mobile app.
Here's how it works:
You have to kept the device under your mattress, download an app
on your device, and connect the two. From that point onwards, the SleepSense starts tracking your sleep
cycle using its contactless sensor, which as the company claims, is up to 97
percent accurate. In addition to sleep, it also analyses respiratory and heart
rates. The device gives reports in the morning, and gives you a information that
is how your sleep pattern differs from others.
Once it has obtain information about you, it also gives you
expert instructions and tips on how to boost your sleep experience. Another
fascinating feature of the device is its ability to pair up with other Samsung
smart appliances. This could help you by automatically switch off the Samsung
smart TV when you doze off.
At its IFA 2015 event, Samsung's SmartThings firm also
announced a new lineup of products for the US and UK, including an upgraded
SmartThings Hub, a redesigned mobile app and new sensors. Alex Hawkinson, CEO
and founder of SmartThings, said, "This marks our first product launch as
part of the Samsung family, and together we're continuing our commitment to
deliver the easiest smart home solutions with a truly open 'Internet of Things'
platform that maximizes collaboration and innovation across the industry."
The new SmartThings
Hub trades for $99 with sensors
ranging between $30 and $55 each, and has been enhanced with a new processor
that delivers video monitoring and promises improved battery life, lasting up
to 10 hours in case of power outage. With the new video monitoring feature,
Samsung is also releasing out the Smart Home Monitor solution. The redesigned
SmartThings app on the other hand, for Android and iOS, features a more spontaneous
navigation UI.
The Samsung WW8500 AddWash is company's new front-loader washing
machine. The WW8500 AddWash lets you add more clothes and detergent or fabric
softener at any point during the wash cycle. "The AddWash feature will
make your laundry stress-free," said BK Yoon, President and CEO at Samsung
Electronics, adding, "With its unique features, it is a perfect
time-saving and convenient solution for busy families."
The AddWash also offers features called as a 'child lock' to
avoid kids from accidentally opening the machine's door. The AddWash syncs with
both Android and iOS smartphones, and let you monitor the progress of the
laundry program.
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