Seoul:Samsung Electronics Co. announced that three of its products have been recognized in TIME magazine's list of the Best Inventions of 2026.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the products include the Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone, the Bespoke AI Family Hub refrigerator, and the Odyssey G8 G80HS gaming monitor. TIME compiles this annual list with nominations from its editors and global correspondents.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra has become the fastest-selling Android smartphone worldwide, despite a price exceeding US$1,000. The smartphone is praised for its innovative privacy display feature, which restricts screen visibility from the sides to enhance user privacy.
Samsung's Bespoke AI Family Hub refrigerator includes Google's Gemini as a secondary AI assistant, capable of identifying over 2,000 packaged foods. This feature highlights Samsung's advancement in integrating AI technology into everyday appliances.
The Odyssey G8 G80HS gaming monitor offers high-resolution graphics and the necessary speed for competitive gaming. It supports 6K resolution at a 165-hertz refresh rate, with an option to switch to 3K resolution at up to 330Hz, enhancing the gaming experience with a simple button press.