Samsung Adds Voice Control to Open the Door on Family Hub Refrigerators
Samsung's Family Hub appliance line receives a highly anticipated software update. This new feature allows controlling the main refrigerator door using only the voice, freeing the user from having to use their hands when they are busy. 🎙️
Voice System Operation
To activate the function, the user must say a clear command like "Hey Bixby, open the refrigerator door". An internal electric motor responds instantly, releasing the magnetic lock and causing the door to open a few centimeters. The closing process is similar. A voice recognition system identifies the owner to prevent children or conversations from accidentally activating the mechanism.
Key Features of the Function:- Activated with specific voice commands for the Bixby assistant.
- An electric motor handles the smooth opening and closing mechanism.
- Incorporates security through voice recognition to prevent unwanted uses.
This function adds to others already present, such as viewing recipes on screen, seeing the interior with cameras, or managing shopping lists.
Integration into the Smart Kitchen
This improvement consolidates the refrigerator as a control center within the connected home. Voice interaction is practical when carrying shopping bags or preparing food with dirty hands. Samsung plans to extend compatibility to other assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant in the future.
Availability Details:- The function is initially available only with Samsung's Bixby assistant.
- The software update is being distributed progressively.
- Compatible only with recent Family Hub models.
The Future of Interaction
With this update, Samsung brings the concept of a fully assisted kitchen a little closer. The ability to control such an essential appliance with voice represents a significant step in home automation. The next logical challenge, as some users joke, would be for the refrigerator to also refuse to store more desserts. 🍰