Winning Appliances plays Jean Genie with Smeg promotion
Winning Appliances can count itself as one of the top 500 retailers in the world if its new consumer promotion is anything to go by, with the retailer offering consumers the chance to win a limited edition Smeg FAB refrigerator.
Tue 16/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung's new appliances launch in Australia with new form factors
Samsung has announced the first new products in its home appliance range that will appear in retail over the coming months, with several "biggest on the market" innovations as well as compact products for those short on space.
Wed 03/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »New products and local development: Samsung's appliance focus for 2013
As brands look to make their mark on the home appliance category in 2013, what are the major product launches that Samsung has planned, and what is the brand doing to position itself as an industry leader?
Tue 05/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung and SodaStream join forces for unique refrigerator
In an interesting crossover in the world of small appliances and whitegoods, Samsung's American subsidiary has announced a new collaboration with SodaStream to produce a refrigerator with an in-built sparkling water dispenser.
Fri 15/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Whirlpool launching Mini Butler range for small kitchens and DINKS
Following the successful 2012 launch of the Butler refrigerator range, Whirlpool has announced the arrival of the compact Mini Butler follow-up line for small apartments and Double Income No Kids customers.
Tue 29/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung's whitegoods boss talks new products and the challenges ahead
In part two of this special Q&A, Current.com.au talks to Samsung about the successes of 2012, its product pipeline for 2013 and what challenges retailers can expect in the appliance category next year.
Tue 04/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung's whitegoods boss talks connected appliances and retail strategy
In part one of this special Q&A, Current.com.au talks to Samsung about its new Wi-Fi Refrigerator and Air Conditioners, how connected appliances should be sold and what the future of the connected home will look like.
Mon 03/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »From apples to apps: Samsung brings Wi-Fi Refrigerator to Australia
After first being unveiled in a quiet corner of the Korean brand's stand at IFA, Samsung has brought the new Smart Series Wi-Fi enabled Refrigerator to the Australian market.
Thu 15/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Hisense unveils new Dual Zone Wine Cabinet for true control
Following the launch of a new refrigerator line-up, Hisense has released a new range of Dual Zone Wine Cabinets that allow consumers to take total control of their wine collection.
Mon 12/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Fisher & Paykel refrigeration boosted with Christmas wine promo
Fisher & Paykel is giving wine lovers an incentive to purchase a French Door or Door Drawer refrigerator from its range, offering consumers a case of Grant Burge wine as a gift with purchase.
Mon 05/11/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung's road map for Australian appliances and the connected home
As Samsung releases a new range of refrigerators to the Australian market, the head of the company's home appliance division talks about future products, Australian consumer needs and the rise of the connected home.
Tue 23/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung launches new bottom-mount refrigerator range
As consumers start to think about summer entertaining and keeping cool, Samsung has launched a new range of sleek bottom-mount refrigerators. We have all the details retailers need to know about the new line-up.
Mon 22/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »First look at Sharp's new refrigeration range at MasterChef Live
Sharp gave consumers a sneak peek at its new refrigeration line-up at MasterChef Live today. Featuring slick designs, smooth finishes and even a bit of light-up flair, the brand is hoping to drive consumer interest straight to retailers.
Fri 05/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch Germany puts its fridges through a real test of toughness
Das UnderCurrent was very appreciative of the translation services provided at IFA in Berlin last week, but perhaps the switch from German to English confused a few attendees at the trade show.
Wed 12/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »LG prepares for summer with fridge cashback promotion
As Australian retailers gear up to sell refrigerators through the summer entertaining season, LG Electronics has announced a cashback offer on selected refrigerators in its range, targeted at getting consumers to 'fill their fridge'.
Tue 11/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Whirlpool unveils Butler range to 'put the fun back in refrigerators'
UPDATED: Whirlpool showed off its new range of Butler refrigerators to retailers in Sydney last night, spruiking a selection of features designed to make entertaining easier and more fun for consumers.
Thu 02/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Smeg's shiny Happy Bar fridge joins the FAB retro range
Smeg has announced the arrival of a new addition to its retro range of FAB refrigerators and dishwashers - the FAB10 Happy Bar - which brings FAB's 50s feel into a smaller form factor.
Fri 22/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Panasonic moves further into appliance market with targeted refrigerator range
Panasonic yesterday expanded its home appliance range with the launch of a targeted range of bottom mount refrigerators, which are priced and featured to compete with LG, Samsung and Fisher & Paykel.
Thu 14/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Panasonic reinvented as a whitegoods brand as AV sales diminish
Formerly a company best known for its home entertainment product, specifically plasma TVs, Panasonic is now selling more appliances than it is audio visual equipment.
Thu 14/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Out and about at the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Expo
Current.com.au has been in Melbourne this week to check out the Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Building Services Exhibition. All the big brands were there, showing off their latest and greatest products.
Wed 09/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung joins LG as Wi-Fi appliance pioneers
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Samsung has used CES to launch a new range of smart appliances for the modern home, including a Wi-Fi enabled washer, a combined oven and induction cooktop, and a fridge that manages your groceries for you.
Thu 12/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »If looks could chill: 1 in 4 consumers go fridge appearance over features
23% of consumers choose aesthetics over features when choosing a refrigerator, according to new data from Canstar Blue. The survey also found that Kelvinator was the favourite brand, with the highest consumer satisfaction.
Mon 05/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Smeg chooses chocolate, while Blanco gets kids into the kitchen
Italian appliance manufacturer Smeg has launched a new FAB fridge colour for chocoholics, while Blanco has joined the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program.
Fri 02/12/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch pulls out the stops for refrigerator retail launches
Bosch has been busy promoting its new French door refrigerator and three side-by-side refrigerators this month, with a series of launch events held in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Perth and Adelaide.
Tue 25/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung appliances get smart with 6 new high-tech features
Samsung has used the IFA consumer electronics trade show in Berlin to launch a new focus for its appliances, centred on "Smart Innovation in the Home".
Fri 02/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bosch releases first ever French door fridge, plus new side-by-side models
Bosch has announced the release of a range of new refrigerators with advanced cooking and energy-saving features, including the company's first ever French door model.
Tue 30/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Neck in neck for a cold one
Whirlpool has announced it will release four new side by side refrigerators with European aesthetics just in time for Australians who are starting wonder how to best keep their beer cold and within easy reach in the approaching summer months.
Thu 23/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Sharp keeping its whitegoods white with new fridges
As more suppliers are going with the trend of colour whitegoods, Sharp has added three sparkling white top mount refrigerators to its silver range.
Tue 08/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung in the black with latest refrigerator
Samsung Electronics has announced the latest addition to its range of Space refrigerators will come in black.
Fri 30/04/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Sanyo looking to hit aggressive sales targets (with some bizarre products)
Sanyo has outlined aggressive market share targets in the Asia Pacific markets over the next 18 months of trading.
Fri 23/04/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung keeps cool with new refrigerator range
Samsung today announced the release of eight new top mount fridges which will be incorporated into its 400 litre consumer range.
Wed 21/04/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Westinghouse shrinks fridges for inner-city living
Westinghouse has introduced a new range of compact fridges to cater for the shrinking Australian household, which range from 230 to 340 litres.
Tue 15/04/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Whirlpool USA files refrigerator patent infringement action against LG
Whirlpool Corporation today announced it has filed a patent infringement action against LG Electronics and its U.S. and Mexican affiliates regarding certain technologies used on the company's refrigerators.
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