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store or synced directly to Instacart for delivery in as fast as 30 minutes, minimizing forgotten essentials, streamlining routines for busy households, and reclaiming precious time. For non-barcode items, users can easily add them via voice or text on the refrigerator or in the SmartHQ™ app. "The GE Profile™ Smart Refrigerator with Kitchen Assistant™ builds on our legacy of kitchen breakthroughs by delivering solutions that adapt to real lives and solve universal stressors such as meal decision fatigue and grocery shopping," said Jason May, executive product director of French-door refrigeration at GE Appliances. "We're creating intuitive experiences that feel natural and effortless, turning the refrigerator into a true kitchen companion that evolves with families over time." Through this innovative refrigeration solution, GE Profile is also helping reduce food waste while saving owners time and money with FridgeFocus™ – a smart solution that tackles the everyday frustration of overbuying perishables and forgotten fridge contents. Integrated into a flush-mount LED bar, this camera delivers real-time, on-demand snapshots of crisper drawers, focusing on the most costly and perishable items. Integrated with the AI-powered vision system, it empowers anyone in the household to check inventory remotely while shopping, simplifying planning and preventing duplicates. For added control, users can easily turn off the camera in the app or slide a physical shutter to restrict camera vision. These disruptive refrigerator concepts go beyond passive storage, saving owners time and money by providing a complete end-to-end solution that turns hectic weeknights into inspired moments. Additional features include: • Brilliant Touch Display: A bright, interactive 8" touchscreen is easy to use and includes custom screen backgrounds, weather updates, and more. • Recipe Integrations: Remove the mental load of meal planning once and for all. Explore over 50 curated recipes added monthly from trusted partners like Taste of Home through seamless over- the-air (OTA) software updates. Save favorites in a personal vault or add missing ingredients directly to the shoppable list in one tap. • Voice: Add items to a shopping list, manage meal planning, and handle hands-free queries like unit conversions or product information. • Hands-free AutoFill: Using sensors in the refrigerator dispenser, the fridge releases the exact amount of filtered water you want, so you can walk away while your bottle fills up. • Hands-free Precise Fill: No matter what container you're using, dispense an exact amount of filtered water with just a touch by using the Precise Fill setting. • Premium, modern design: Available in fingerprint-resistant Stainless Steel, with door-in-door storage, adjustable temperature drawer, LED light wall, and built-in Wi-Fi, all engineered in Louisville, KY. The GE Profile™ Smart 4-Door French-Door Refrigerator with Kitchen Assistant™ will be available in standard-depth and counter- depth starting in April 2026 at geappliances.com and select retailers nationwide for a suggested MSRP of $4,899. Visit www.geprofile.com for the latest products. LG SIGNATURE EVOLVES WITH AI, REDEFINING PREMIUM HOME APPLIANCES AT CES 2026 Company unveils expanded AI-powered Signature lineup with advanced performance and refined minimal design LG Electronics (LG) has presented the next evolution of its premium LG SIGNATURE brand at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. Marking a decade of innovation, the latest LG SIGNATURE collections introduce an expanded range of products that blend powerful AI capabilities and elevated design – while preserving the brand's timeless aesthetics of quiet luxury. Powered by LG's AI Core-Tech, the new LG SIGNATURE lineup brings enhanced intelligence and seamless convenience to everyday living. With a suite of AI-driven features and generative AI functions, the appliances provide personalized experiences designed to maximize user convenience. The centerpiece of the showcase is the new LG SIGNATURE refrigerator, which embodies LG's vision for the intelligent kitchen. Equipped with conversational AI based on Large Language Model (LLM) technology, the refrigerator supports natural-language- based interactions to provide tailored suggestions. 1 A new 6.8- inch LCD display complements LG's advanced AI technologies, helping maintain cooling levels for optimal freshness. FEBRUARY 2026 RETAILOBSERVER.COM 13

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