LG And Samsung Clean Up With Consumers Energy efficency is now one of the most important important features in the purchase of a washer or dryer according to a new research study by J.D. Power and Associates. The report also revealed that both LG and Samsung ranked the highest in customer satisfaction when it came to the purchase of a new washer or dryer.
Samsung Washer Combo With Huge Clothing Capacity Bigger is better, according to Samsung, are about to release a 10kg capacity washing machin/6kg capacity dryer combination aimed at big families, or those who only have time to do their washing a couple of times a week.
LG Recalls Hazardous Dishwashers LG Electronics is recalling two models of dishwasher, which were recalled once before in 2005 because of potential solder joint issues in a circuit board that may lead to overheating or even fire.
LG Gives Customers The Sheets When you are looking for a new washing machine, of course you will need something to wash, so LG have decided that bed linen is the best thing to test out their new laundry range.
Samsung Launches Green Top Loaders In an effort to be greener, Samsung has launched a new range of Top Load Washing Machines designed to wash your clothes efficiently using less energy and water.
Dry Cleaning Samsung Washer Save money on your dry cleaning with the new washer/dryer combo from Samsung, which uses a cleaning process similar to that of dry cleaners.
Electrolux Rolls Out Time Managing Washer The Electrolux Time Manager Washer is the latest addition to Electrolux’s front load washing machine range that comes with a number of new features.
Maytag Battles Washing Machine Rot Whitegoods manufacturer Maytag has come up with a new system to reduce the amount of mildew and bacteria that often build-up in in washing machines, especially in the detergent dispenser.
Maytag Joins Fashionistas With Designer Washer Maytag has launched a new range of ‘designer’ washing machines created specifically for the local market; the new washers offer 6.5kg, 7.5kg and 8.5kg capacities.
Mysterious Black LG Washer Found In Laundry Black is back in the laundry according to LG Electronics, which has just revealed a sleek black steam washer to join the brand’s combined steam washer and dryer range.
Whirlpool Front-load Makes Bad Backs Better Whirlpool has added a new accessory to its whitegoods portfolio, in the form of the pedestal – a stand that is designed to alleviate lower-back risk when loading the machine, doubling as a handy storage unit.
Clothes Care Counts Says Kleenmaid Kleenmaid has launched a new compact clothes dryer in time for Christmas, which is also designed to match the brand’s current KFL1600 front-loading washing machine which was launched earlier this year.
LG Defends Shonky Washer Dryer LG Electronics has defended its position in the laundry market after being unlucky enough to receive a ‘Shonky Award’ from Choice magazine this year following independent tests by the media outlet which suggested LG’s Combined Steam Washer/Dryer WD-1248RD wasted water.
LG Greenwash Shonkiest Tech Of 2007 Apple didn’t make the list of Choice Magazine’s Shonky products this year but LG seems to have taken its place with the award for the shonkiest technology product for 2007.
Government Rises WELS Rebate Eligibility Washing machine manufacturers Australia-wide are in for a shock from the Western Australian Water Corporation, which has distributed notice that from 1 January 2008 the eligibility for washing machine rebates will be lifted from a Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (WELS) star rating of four to 4.5.
Water Saving Washing Machine Saving water has never been a higher priority than it is now, and the laundry is one place where you can save a bundle. Fisher & Paykel has launched its own water saving model – the Aquasmart – which is the only 4 star rated top loading washing machine on the market.
No More Ironing With Smart Dryer Electrolux has introduced a new tumble dryer with special steam cycles which claim to reduce, or even eliminate, the need to iron or dry clean your clothes.
Samsung Health System Washing Machine The new Silver Nano Health System from Samsung sounds like an exercise machine, as opposed to a smart washing machine…which it is.
Free Gifts With Whirlpool Washers If you are looking for a Boxing Day bargain washing machine, you may be interested to know Whirlpool will be giving away a free gift with every sale of a new washing machine.
Miele Gallery Opens In Melbourne Miele has launched its first Australian showroom in the Melbourne suburb of Knoxfield, dubbed the Miele Gallery, which is designed to showcase its range of domestic and commercial products.
LG’s Steamy Laundry Act LG Electronics has revolutionised the household washing machine with an innovative Steam Washer that is claimed to save energy, water and your clothes.
Samsung Hung Out To Dry Samsung Electronics’ recently launched Silver Nano washing machine marketing is being put through the wringer by the Korea Consumer Protection Board.
Does Your Mother Own A Maytag? Maytag is preparing its employees for an inevitable downsizing should it ultimately merge with Whirlpool next year.The two appliance giants entered into a definitive agreement last month that has Whirlpool acquiring Maytag for $2.7 billion in cash, stock and assumed debt.
Does Maytag Own Whirlpool? Maytag’s board of directors has withdrawn its support of the $14 per share acquisition agreement with Triton Acquisition Holding in light of Whirlpool’s latest $21 per share offer.
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