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April 2026

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RETAILOBSERVER.COM APRIL 2026 16 SAMSUNG HIGHLIGHTS BESPOKE AI AND DACOR KITCHEN APPLIANCE INNOVATIONS AT KBIS 2026 • Dacor showcased premium built-in solutions including new wine dispensers • Bespoke AI enhances user convenience through AI vision, Bixby voice recognition, and HRM Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced its connected, AI-powered kitchen vision at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2026. Bringing together its Bespoke AI lineup and Dacor, its premium built-in kitchen brand, Samsung introduced a premium wine culture that redefines modern living with smart storage, sophisticated design and AI innovation [1] – setting a new standard for smart and reliable homes. "The kitchen is evolving into the center of home life, and Samsung continues to introduce intelligent solutions that organically connect appliances, services, and everyday experiences," said Sang Jik Lee, executive vice president and head of the sales and marketing team for the digital appliances business at Samsung Electronics. "At KBIS, we are showing how Dacor redefines modern living by blending functionality, aesthetics, and smart technology, setting the future of kitchen – where every detail elevates form and function." DACOR'S PREMIUM WINE CULTURE AND THE INNOVATIVE DESIGN OF THE "HIDDEN KITCHEN" At the exhibition, a dedicated wall showcased Dacor's refined offerings, developed with wine aficionados in mind. On display are the 24-Inch Undercounter Wine Cellar and Wine Column. Dacor also introduced sleek and organized kitchen designs that seamlessly blend into the overall ambiance of the home when not in use. These designs emphasize the idea of a "hidden kitchen" concealed within curved columns or furniture and encompassing a complete lineup – a refrigerator, cooktop and the 2025 LUXE RED Design Award-winning 24-Inch Dishwasher – ensuring both practicality and functionality. Dacor's premium appliances also support SmartThings connectivity, enabling users to manage key functions through their connected ecosystem. APRIL INDUSTRY [ N E W S ]

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