Kenmore shows off smartphone / tablet-connected appliances at CES (hands-on)

We’ve already seen some smartphone-connected appliances in LG’s Thinq lineup , and it looks like Kenmore is now getting ready to join it in a big way with some fairly impressive “enhanced” appliances of its own — which we managed to get an early look at here at CES. Those will include things like washers, dryers, stoves and refrigerators, all of which will be able to be controlled via a “smartphone or smart tablet” (Apple and Android devices were specifically mentioned as getting a free app), or via a large touchscreen on the device itself (not removable as a tablet, unfortunately). What’s more, the appliances all boast Kenmore Connect, which allows for remote diagnostics that can be used to prepare technicians for in-home repairs, and they pack an array of energy management features that will let you conserve energy and keep watch on how much you’re using. Unfortunately, you’ll still have a bit of a wait before you can actually buy one — Kenmore says they’ll start rolling out in 2012. Hit up the gallery below for a closer look. Gallery: Kenmore enhanced appliance technology Continue reading Kenmore shows off smartphone / tablet-connected appliances at CES (hands-on) Kenmore shows off smartphone / tablet-connected appliances at CES (hands-on) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 08 Jan 2011 23:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink

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