{"id":17641,"date":"2018-01-06T13:00:15","date_gmt":"2018-01-06T18:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/?p=17641"},"modified":"2023-12-11T15:30:23","modified_gmt":"2023-12-11T20:30:23","slug":"samsung-quickdrive-ww6850n-washing-machine-laundry-ces2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/samsung-newsroom-production.barbariangroup.com\/us\/samsung-quickdrive-WW6850N-washing-machine-laundry-CES2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung Expands Laundry Line Up with New Premium Compact Washer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"press-release-open\"><strong>SEOUL, Korea \u2013 January 7, 2018<\/strong> \u2013<\/span> <strong>Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.<\/strong> today announced that it is bringing its next generation laundry innovation to the U.S.:\u00a0 the <strong>WW6850N washing machine<\/strong> featuring revolutionary <strong>QuickDrive\u2122<\/strong> technology. Responding to consumer demand for speed and cleaning performance, the 24\u201d compact washer cleans laundry up to 35% faster for a thorough clean<sup>1<\/sup>, compared to current Samsung models. The WW6850N will be on display at the upcoming <a href=\"http:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/ces2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) <\/a>in Las Vegas from January 9-12, 2018.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div id=\"attachment_17643\" style=\"width: 740px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/QuickDrive_WW6850N_washer2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17643\" class=\"wp-image-17643 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/QuickDrive_WW6850N_washer2-950x633.jpg\" alt=\"Samsung WW6850N washing machine with QuickDrive\u2122 technology.\" width=\"730\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/14135647\/QuickDrive_WW6850N_washer2-950x633.jpg 950w, https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/14135647\/QuickDrive_WW6850N_washer2-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-17643\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Samsung WW6850N washing machine with QuickDrive\u2122 technology.<\/p><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p>With more Millennials than ever buying homes, this new cohort of digitally savvy homebuyers is demanding home appliances that incorporate meaningful, personalized technology to enhance their lives. The WW6850N with QuickDrive\u2122 technology is just the latest in a line of differentiated laundry innovations, including the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/home-appliances\/washers\/top-load\/wa8750-5-4-cu--ft--activewash--top-load-washer-with-integrated-touch-controls-wa54m8750av-a4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">activewash\u2122<\/a> Top Load Washer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/home-appliances\/washers\/front-load\/wf7500-5-0-cu-ft-addwash-front-load-washer-black-stainless-steel-wf50k7500av-a2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AddWash\u2122<\/a> Front Load Washer and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/explore\/flex-wash\/meet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">FlexWash + FlexDry<\/a> laundry pair.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen you\u2019ve got a pile of laundry to do, you just want to get it done as quickly and efficiently as possible,\u201d<strong> said Shane Higby, Vice President, Home Appliance Marketing, Samsung Electronics America.<\/strong> \u201cThe introduction of the WW6850N washing machine with QuickDrive\u2122 technology underscores our commitment to providing consumers with options for tackling their laundry needs to free up time for what really matters.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The WW6850N washer\u2019s innovative performance starts with QuickDrive\u2122 technology, which features a large main drum and a back plate that move independently. This creates a dynamic action that moves clothes in four directions \u2013 up and down, and back and forth \u2013 to quickly, gently and thoroughly remove dirt for a more powerful and intense wash cycle that takes up to 35% less time than other comparable Samsung machines<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\">[1]<\/a>. Additionally, at 24\u201d wide and stackable, the WW6850N washer and its companion dryer are an ideal size for small spaces like first floor laundry rooms or closets just off the master suite, to conveniently tackle loads quickly and effectively.<\/p>\n<p>The WW6850N is IoT-ready and compatible with Samsung\u2019s SmartThings ecosystem. Its Q-rator laundry assistant has smart capabilities that simplify the washing cycle with intuitive features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Laundry Recipe<\/strong> provides automatic recommendations for optimal wash cycles based on the color, fabric type, and degree of soiling inputted by the user.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Laundry Planner<\/strong> allows consumers to manage the time that a wash cycle will finish, adjusting cycle settings accordingly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>HomeCare Wizard<\/strong> monitors the washer to keep it operating at optimal performance and provides easy-to-follow maintenance instructions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A 2018 CES Innovations Award honoree, the WW6850N washing machine with QuickDrive\u2122 technology will be available in the U.S. this year. For more information about Samsung Home Appliances, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.samsung.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\"><\/a><sup>1<\/sup> Tested on Samsung WW6850N with WW6800K. Saves up to 35% time on Heavy Duty (hot, 6lb load) with a washing performance within \u00b1 3%, based on\u00a0internal data tested by AHAM HLW-1-2013.<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SEOUL, Korea \u2013 January 7, 2018 \u2013 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that it is bringing its next generation laundry innovation to the U.S.:\u00a0 the WW6850N washing machine featuring revolutionary QuickDrive\u2122 technology. 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