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Designer: Hobot Technology Inc. Project Type: Window Cleaning Robot Category: Home Appliance Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026

Hobot2S

Hobot2S is a window cleaning robot designed for home use. The device measures 240 by 240 by 86 millimeters and holds onto glass by suction, so it can work on windows of any thickness. A dual ultrasonic spray system releases a small amount of water to dissolve stains, and a reusable cloth is fitted to the base. Edge leakage sensors detect window seals and the edges of frameless windows. The voice prompt can be personalized and the firmware updated through a mobile application. Cleaning is done without reaching the glass by hand.

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Designer: Qiuyu Wang Project Type: Weight Scale Category: Home Appliance Published: Wednesday, 2 September 2026

Elastic Change

Elastic Change is a bathroom scale designed to show weight in a physical way. The surface is made of soft silicone and feels like a bulging sphere when a person steps on it. The surface sinks under the load, so the change in value can also be felt underfoot. People with different weights create depressions of different depths. The base is stamped metal, and a G-shaped manganese steel sensor measures changes as small as 50 grams. The scale measures 300 by 300 by 80 millimetres.

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Designer: Whirlpool India Design Studio Project Type: Semi Auto Twintub Washing Machine Category: Home Appliance Published: Tuesday, 1 September 2026

ACE XL

Ace xl is a semi-automatic twin tub washing machine. Ace xl has two tubs, one for washing and one for spin drying, each with its own lid. Four knobs control wash intensity, wash time, drainage and spin time. The asymmetric boat-like shape makes the wash tub almost round, which improves the movement of clothes. Visible wheels allow the machine to be moved easily inside small homes. The body is made entirely of plastic, so it is rust free and easy to clean. Tinted transparent lids with chrome finished touch points complete the form.

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Designer: Mingxi Li Project Type: Humidifier Category: Home Appliance Published: Monday, 31 August 2026

Happy Water

Happy Water is a humidifier for indoor use. The switch is a magnetic ball that floats above the body, so the humidifier is turned on by placing the ball in position. A current sensor detects the change in the magnetic circuit and creates the on and off signals. Water is turned into mist by ultrasonic atomization, and a built-in ultraviolet lamp disinfects the water. The tank holds 4 liters and can work for about ten hours. The form is based on water and the moon, two elements of traditional Chinese culture.

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Designer: Xia Yijia Project Type: Intelligent Vacuum Robot Category: Home Appliance Published: Sunday, 30 August 2026

Kyvol L20

Kyvol L20 is a robotic vacuum cleaner designed for home cleaning. Lidar sensors record the layout of each room and create maps that are displayed in a mobile application. Based on these maps, the areas to be cleaned can be selected, several rooms can be grouped, and virtual walls and excluded zones can be defined. Cleaning scenarios can also be set to determine values such as suction power and time of day. The unit measures 350 mm in width, 350 mm in height and 90.5 mm in depth. Operation is possible through buttons on the device or remotely through the application.

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Designer: Whirlpool India Design Studio Project Type: Double Door Frost Free Refrigerator Category: Home Appliance Published: Saturday, 29 August 2026

Whirlpool NeoFresh 265L

NeoFresh is a double door frost free refrigerator designed for households that shop weekly and need large and flexible storage. The freezer uses a circular air flow system that limits the loss of cold air when the freezer door is opened. An air tower with carefully placed vents sends cool air to the different sections for uniform cooling. Sealed crispers help preserve freshness, and adapter shelves allow the interior space to be adjusted. A sliding tray gives easy access to items at the back, and an anti-odour unit keeps the interior fresh.

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