Whirlpool Smart Appliances will Now Feature Amazon Alexa Connectivity
Michael Hemsworth — January 4, 2017 — Art & Design
References: investors.whirlpoolcorp & geeky-gadgets
Aiming to make the experience more versatile and efficient for the average consumer, Whirlpool smart appliances will now feature connectivity to Amazon Alexa. The new feature will be available on all of Whirlpool's latest appliances for 2017 to do a number of different tasks like change the temperature on the oven or even control the washing machine.
Voice control has quickly become a mainstay functionality for many consumers with Amazon Alexa and Apple's Siri assistants being implemented into a number of products and devices. As such, the implementation of Amazon Alexa functionality into Whirlpool smart appliances comes as a logical next step to help make the smart home even easier to control. What's better, it will enable a more hands-off approach to household chores that will come as a welcome perk for homeowners.
Voice control has quickly become a mainstay functionality for many consumers with Amazon Alexa and Apple's Siri assistants being implemented into a number of products and devices. As such, the implementation of Amazon Alexa functionality into Whirlpool smart appliances comes as a logical next step to help make the smart home even easier to control. What's better, it will enable a more hands-off approach to household chores that will come as a welcome perk for homeowners.
Trend Themes
1. Voice-controlled Smart Home Appliances - Integrating voice assistants into household appliances, will be trending among major appliance brands.
2. Hands-free Smart Home Experience - Implementing voice commands for appliance controls will lead to a hands-free revolution in the Smart Home industry.
3. Voice Assistant-enabled White Goods - Integration of Alexa and Siri into home appliances, such as kitchen and laundry devices, will be increasingly in demand over the next few years.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - Manufacturers of white goods will need to adapt to the voice-controlled trend to remain competitive in the market.
2. Smart Home - The Smart Home industry will continue to expand with the introduction of voice assistant-enabled devices, accelerating growth in the sector.
3. AI Assistants - Companies that offer AI assistants, such as Amazon and Apple, will benefit from new integration opportunities with Smart Home appliances.
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