On January 9, Samsung Electronics unveiled its vision and strategy for the IoT experience at the 2018 International Consumer Electronics Show.
At the press conference, Samsung demonstrated its strength in seamlessly connected lifestyles with new products in the home, office and mobile environments, etc. By 2020, Samsung will have access to all its devices to the Internet of Things (IoT). In addition, Samsung announced plans to promote the use of the Internet of Things through an open, stable and intelligent platform.
"Samsung has always believed that the Internet of Things should be as easy as turning on the switch, and with the new products and services released today, we will make the Internet of things easier and more seamless," said Hyunsuk Kim, president and CEO of Samsung Electronics, Said.'Samsung has been committed to accelerating the IoT benefit the whole world, all connected devices by Samsung will be intelligent until 2020. 'These technological advances will allow consumers to benefit from seamless Internet life.
Samsung Electronics president and head of CE department Jin Hyun
Smart items benefit everyone
Samsung's concept for the Internet of Things is based on open and innovative technologies that enable more users to interface with each other and, as the Internet of Things and smart systems converge, users' experiences will become more personalized. Today's cumbersome and fragmented IoT ecosystem System for user acceptance and use of the formation of an obstacle.It is only concerned about the scale of IoT and the openness of innovation, IoT can benefit more users.Samsung has a strong family of TVs, appliances and smart phones and in the field of 5G connectivity Leadership, which is poised to establish an open IoT ecosystem through the SmartThings platform.
Samsung is also working with Open Connectivity Foundation (OCF) partners to establish a unified industry standard. The Open Internet Foundation is the world's largest IoT standardization body. Samsung ARTIK chips, air conditioners, Family Hub refrigerators have been achieved Internet of things operating standards, has successfully passed the certification organization.
Tim Baxter, President and Chief Executive Officer, Samsung Electronics North America
In the spring of 2018, Samsung will consolidate its IoT application to unify Samsung Connect, Smart Home, Smart View and more into the SmartThings application, which users will be able to control using an application that connects via mobile phone, TV or car Any device that supports the SmartThings platform.In addition, Samsung also announced that the HARMAN Ignite platform will be plugged into the SmartThings cloud platform to bring the IoT experience from a smart home to automotive devices, enabling consumers to easily manage through the car or other devices Wisdom interconnected home life.
Realizing device connectivity and intelligence is one of Samsung's vision Samsung is using Bixby to personalize smart services to more devices In 2018, Samsung Smart TVs and the new Family Hub refrigerator will be voice-controlled via Bixby to make everyday Life is more convenient and daily housework will be easier with smart devices and services working together.
Yoon Lee, senior vice president of Samsung Electronics America (left), Joe Stinziano, executive vice president of Samsung Electronics America (right)
As greater connectivity requires greater security, Samsung announced the integration of the trusted Samsung Knox technology into IoT devices, including smart TVs, smart signage, and more mobile devices and smart devices. Knox Technology Includes hardware security system and firmware updates to ensure IoT devices are secure.
Build a new future for all things
Samsung emphasizes that it will continue its commitment to investing in ground-breaking technologies, with Samsung investing more than $ 14 billion in research and development alone in 2017. In addition, Samsung has increased its investment through Samsung NEXT, which is also a joint venture between hardware and software companies A key move in transition.
Alanna Cotton, vice president, Samsung Electronics America
Samsung also created a new AI Center as part of its newly merged Samsung R & D. 2018 Samsung Artificial Intelligence Center has four laboratories in Toronto, Montreal, Cambridge (UK) and Russia that will And Samsung in South Korea and the United States is promoting Silicon Valley R & D and M & A related companies, etc., to promote Samsung in the field of artificial intelligence development.
Create a new experience of seamless Internet
Samsung's new products and services announced at CES 2018 underscore the progress made in creating a seamless IoT experience.
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Home: Since the beginning of this year, Samsung Smart TV will create a connection between devices that will provide users with more intelligent services starting from the moment the user turns on the TV.The new Family Hub refrigerator also has a wide range of smart features, such as : Synchronize pre-cooking food reserves and enhance interaction among family members Samsung Smart TV and Family Hub refrigerators feature Bixby, a more powerful access program for TVs that makes it easy to search for movies by type and performer. Family Hub refrigerators recognize the different voices of each family member and send them customized messages such as news, weather and calendars Samsung Smart TVs and Family Hub refrigerators will run on the same cloud platform, SmartThings Cloud, as an intelligent interaction Center to monitor and control the associated equipment.
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Office: Samsung is redefining the concept of traditional office work with a more user-friendly solution and more convenient mobility Samsung Notebook Notebook Pen provides a great power protection for those who leave the office but did not finish their work, Portable Features and Performance The 55-inch Samsung Flip, which connects seamlessly to team members' smartphones or laptops, simplifies office collaboration and enables easier content sharing. Even four participants can use both Their fingers or equipped pen on the screen directly write content or add comments.
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Mobile: Samsung is leading the transition to 5G networks, which will lead to a whole new set of networking experiences Samsung is working with wireless carriers and broadband providers to test the first 5G network connection at speeds faster than the current 4G LTE is 100x faster. Samsung is demonstrating a vision for a more comfortable driving experience with a 5G connection. Samsung Electronics cockpit shows how the car will be part of the Internet of Things and connects seamlessly with the rest. "The new dashboard design Powered by powerful Bixby features that allow drivers to easily control in-car experiences and device connectivity with voice, touch, gestures and text, passengers can enjoy smooth-moving movies on the go with the industry's first 5G remote messaging control unit (TCU ) To download and upload data faster and to make the vehicle interact more effectively with the surroundings, laying a solid foundation for autonomous driving.
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