SEOUL, Nov. 21 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea’s two largest appliance makers — Samsung Electronics Co. and LG Electronics Inc. — have begun their duel in the commercial air conditioner market, industry observers said Saturday, as they released new products with upgraded design and features. Samsung was the first one to make a move, launching [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 5 (Korea Bizwire) — Unlike previous weather forecasts that predicted a record hot summer this year, South Korea is now in the midst of a record-breaking rainy season, dealing a blow to some domestic electronics companies. Based on the Korea Meteorological Administration’ previous forecasts that this year would have a record hot summer, [...]
SEOUL, May 20 (Korea Bizwire) — Experts argue that the proper use of air conditioners in the summer is critical in preventing the spread of COVID-19. The coronavirus is transmitted through droplets, which can travel further if carried by the air current generated by air conditioners. Air conditioners are typically used with windows closed, which [...]
SEOUL, May 19 (Korea Bizwire) — In the wake of the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, and with many South Koreans choosing to stay at home to limit exposure to the virus, the looming hot summer weather portends a crisis for air conditioner after-sales service with demand expected to soar. According to Samsung Electronics Service [...]
SEOUL, Jan. 17 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korean home appliance makers have showcased their latest lineup of air conditioners with artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and advanced air purification features to target the premium market, industry sources said Thursday. Industry leader Samsung Electronics Co. unveiled its latest wind-free air conditioners that gently disperse cold air through [...]
SEOUL, Jan. 16 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korean air conditioner manufacturers will begin selling new air conditioners this month, well ahead of summer, promoting models with artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) technology, industry sources said Tuesday. IoT is a concept in which objects are connected to the Internet and identify themselves [...]
SEJONG, Jul. 7 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea’s electricity consumption is expected to hit a record high this summer as the sweltering heat is expected to boost demand for air conditioners and fans, the state-run power market said Friday. The maximum electricity usage will likely reach a record 86.5 million kilowatts during the summer season, [...]
SEJONG, Aug. 9 (Korea Bizwire) – As part of energy-saving measures, the government will levy a fine of up to 3 million won (US$2,711.4) on shops, restaurants and other businesses that are caught leaving their front doors open with the air conditioning on, officials said Tuesday. The crackdown against wasteful air conditioning started earlier in [...]
SEOUL, June 10 (Korea Bizwire) – Samsung Electronics introduced a small-sized portable cooler with which people can enjoy cool air conveniently anywhere with an electric plug. Samsung’s portable cooler “Coolpresso” is an innovative air-conditioner without an outdoor unit and people can use it anywhere if there is electricity. The Coolpresso adopts the mini digital inverter [...]