Summer is coming. That simply means you need get the air conditioner in your den serviced or a new machine installed. If it’s the latter, then get one that cools you quickly, efficiently and, very importantly, consistently. Perhaps Samsung’s new introduction — WindFree ACs — is the answer.
The consumer electronics biggie has unveiled its 2022 line-up of premium WindFree air conditioners that’s supposed to powerfully and gently cool the ambient temperature of the room, eliminating the harsh cold draft and dispersing air through 23,000 micro holes at a speed of 0.15 m/s that helps in creating a still air environment.
Diving into technical details, the range allows users to control their air conditioners through voice commands using the Bixby, Alexa and Google Home via Wi-Fi. With the SmartThings app, you can switch on the machine remotely, over Wi-Fi, and set it to your favourite setting. This helps if you are on your way home from office — yes, that’s happening! — and would like a cool welcome home. Ensuring cooling based on usage behaviour, AI control automatically switches to the most appropriate cooling mode.
Of course, power consumption is an important aspect to look at. There are five convertible modes at the press of a button, offering customised AC performance options — from 40 per cent to 120 per cent. The customised settings — Party Mode (120 per cent), Normal Mode (100 per cent), Pleasant Mode (80 per cent), Eco Mode (60 per cent), and Home Alone Mode (40 per cent) — offer optimum room temperature depending on the need, without the hassle of manually regulating the AC. Digital Inverter boost allows consumers to save more energy by maintaining the desired temperature without frequently turning the AC on and off.
The WindFree Good Sleep mode not only takes care of unpleasant cold airflow, it saves up to 77 per cent energy compared to other normal cooling modes. The 2022 Samsung Inverter ACs come with eco-friendly R32 Gas and are equipped with copper condensers.
There are also PM 1.0 filters (washable and reusable) that help in providing clean and breathable air by catching ultra-fine dust, and sterilising virus and bacteria.
Cost? WindFree air conditioners come in 28 models, starting at Rs 50,990 (going up to Rs 99,990) and it comes with offers such as 12.5 per cent cashback of up to INR 7,500, easy EMI options, and a comprehensive warranty of five years on PCB controller, fan motor, copper condenser and evaporator coil.