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Tom's Guide
4 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I spent a day in LG's Smart Cottage — is this the future of smart homes?
I may be a Homes Editor, but my home is far from smart. Stuck in the middle of a residential block in London, I'm constrained by outdated building materials, inefficient doors and windows, and the curse of a popcorn ceiling. My sincere thanks to the former owner of my apartment for making that executive decision; your glossy, textured ceiling is the last thing I see before I go to sleep every night. But recently, I was whisked away to South Korea by LG, and given the opportunity to see how smart homes really can be. LG's Smart Cottage is compact, streamlined, and... well, smart, from head to toe. The Smart Cottage conjured up a vision of living off the grid, surrounded by the luxuries of LG's ThinQ-enabled appliances. They practically had to drag me out of the tiny house and back to Incheon airport. I saw LG's Mono+, a single-story smart home measuring 10 meters wide, 3.3 meters deep and 4 meters tall. Its total size is 26.6 meters squared, and it makes the most of every inch. LG already uses its Smart Cottage modular housing in its retreat in Gangwon Province, where employees can attend workshops and training events surrounded by LG appliances. The cottage uses IoT devices, including smart locks, smart lights, CCTV, and motorized blinds to manage the home both remotely and on-site using the ThinQ app. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. My parents own an RV, and while it's ideal for going remote for a week at a time, it's not built for home comforts. While the Smart Cottage isn't portable, it's ideal for setting down in a beauty spot and either renting out as a holiday space, or using as your own smart home haven. The ThinQ app can also be used to control several LG appliances, including LG's WashTower Compact (which stacks a washer and dryer in one efficient machine) and the brand's ThinQ InstaView refrigerator. The refrigerator allows you to knock on the door to see what's inside, and you can even change the color of the lights to match the mood of your music or decor. We love an induction cooktop at Tom's Guide, so I was happy to see one in pride of place along the Smart Cottage's kitchen counters. As someone who truly believes the kitchen is the heart of any home, I was impressed that the cooking space felt both space-efficient and generous without intruding too much on the living space in the cottage. In the corner, there's a luxurious LG StandbyME television and a couch that comes with convertible cushions to also be used as a bed. And there's also a conveniently-placed air purifier next to the bed to keep your space free of the VOCs created in close proximity to the kitchen. And while there wasn't much in the way of smart tech inside the bathroom, I did note that it was significantly nicer and larger than the one in my own apartment in London. Seriously, when can I move in? While LG is working on plans to bring the Smart Cottage to the US and European markets (I'll be refreshing the page awaiting more information), it's currently being sold as a B2B offering in South Korea.
Mid East Info
14-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
EXPERIENCE THE FUTURE OF HOME AT YOUR FINGERTIPS AND UNLOCK SMART LIVING WITH LG THINQ - Middle East Business News and Information
Dubai, May, 2025 – By harnessing the power of the Internet of Things (IoT), LG Electronics (LG) is transforming modern living with its innovative ThinQ technology, a comprehensive suite of smart solutions designed to seamlessly integrate and manage your home environment. Connecting LG appliances and other smart home devices, owners are empowered with unprecedented control and convenience, all accessible through the intuitive LG ThinQ app. Imagine a home that anticipates your needs, adapting to your lifestyle with effortless ease. That's not just a vision; rather thanks to ThinQ, it becomes a reality, with the app's intuitive dashboard allowing for remote monitoring and control of a wide range of LG ThinQ-enabled appliances, transforming everyday tasks and enhancing the overall living experience. Refrigeration Reimagined: When it comes to food storage, ThinQ can remotely monitor the temperature of the LG InstaView Door-in-Door Knock Knock refrigerator, ensuring groceries stay fresh. By setting custom modes for optimal preservation, owners will receive alerts if, for instance, the door is left open, while also being able to remotely activate the Express Freeze function to quickly chill items. Laundry, Simplified: Take control of laundry from anywhere with LG ThinQ-enabled washing machines and dryers. Start or pause cycles remotely, receive notifications when a load is complete, and download specialized wash cycles tailored to specific fabric types. The ThinQ app also provides smart diagnostics, helping troubleshoot potential issues and maintain optimal performance. Air Care, Personalized: With ThinQ-enabled air conditioners and purifiers, LG customers can create the perfect indoor climate by adjusting the temperature, setting schedules to optimize energy consumption, and monitoring air quality in real-time from the comfort of the couch with the simple tap of a smartphone touchscreen. The app, too, provides filter replacement reminders, ensuring air remains clean and healthy. Effortless Cleaning: Control the LG ThinQ-enabled robotic vacuum cleaner from anywhere, scheduling cleaning sessions and monitoring its progress, while setting virtual boundaries to prevent it from entering certain areas; and receive notifications when cleaning is complete. Entertainment, Elevated: Seamlessly integrate LG ThinQ-enabled TVs and audio devices into a smart home ecosystem, where its possible to control volume, change channels, and access streaming services all from the ThinQ app, as well as to receive personalized content recommendations based on viewing habits. LG ThinQ is more than just connected appliances; it's a connected lifestyle, putting LG customers in command of a truly intelligent home. By offering personalized experiences, proactive maintenance alerts, and unparalleled control, LG ThinQ empowers users to simplify their lives, enhance their comfort, and enjoy a more efficient and enjoyable home environment. About LG Electronics, Inc. LG Electronics is a global innovator in technology and consumer electronics with a presence in almost every country and an international workforce of more than 75,000. LG's four Companies – Home Appliance Solution, Media Entertainment Solution, Vehicle Solution and Eco Solution – combined for global revenue of over KRW 88 trillion in 2024. LG is a leading manufacturer of consumer and commercial products ranging from TVs, home appliances, air solutions, monitors, automotive components and solutions, and its premium LG SIGNATURE and intelligent LG ThinQ brands are familiar names world over.
