Hisense has used CES 2026 to present an extensive update to its smart home appliance line-up, covering everything from cooking and cleaning to climate control, with artificial intelligence positioned at the centre of the experience. Rather than treating each appliance as a standalone product, the company is pushing deeper integration through its ConnectLife platform, which is designed to help devices work together more intuitively in everyday situations.

At the heart of this strategy is an expanded version of ConnectLife that introduces task-focused AI agents. These agents are intended to understand household routines and coordinate multiple appliances automatically. In practice, this could mean adjusting air conditioning settings based on occupancy and indoor air quality, suggesting meals and wine pairings based on what is in the fridge, or selecting the most suitable laundry cycle by analysing fabric type and how heavily items are soiled.

Laundry technology takes centre stage in this year’s announcements, led by the new X-Zone Master system. Hisense describes it as an infinitely expandable modular washer-dryer concept, allowing households to build their laundry setup over time. Users can begin with a primary washer-dryer unit and later add smaller matching modules, enabling multiple loads to run at once for items such as delicate fabrics, baby clothes or sportswear without mixing materials or waiting for cycles to finish.

The main unit uses heat pump drying for improved energy efficiency, while the add-on modules rely on fresh-air condensation. Even with several units operating simultaneously, Hisense says the system remains quiet, with noise levels staying below 46 dB. The modular approach is aimed at households whose laundry needs change over time, offering flexibility without requiring a full replacement.

Hisense X-Zone Master

Alongside this flagship system, Hisense is also highlighting the U7 Smart Washer and Dryer. This model features a large-capacity washer, a seven-inch touchscreen and an AI-powered laundry assistant that automatically selects settings and provides estimates for when clothes will be ready. For apartments and compact homes, the Roman Holiday all-in-one washer-dryer offers washing, drying and sanitising in a single slim unit, paired with a retro-inspired aesthetic featuring gold detailing.

In the kitchen, Hisense is expanding its ConnectLife Hub Refrigerator range with new models that include dual high-resolution displays. These screens are designed to act as a central control point for food management, cooking guidance and wider smart home functions. The refrigerators work with the company’s AI Cooking Agent, which can recommend recipes, guide preparation and synchronise with other connected cooking appliances.

Additional kitchen launches include a slide-in smart induction cooker with an integrated touch display and the S7 Smart Dishwasher, which automatically adjusts water usage, detergent levels and cycle length based on the size and condition of each load.

Beyond kitchens and laundry rooms, Hisense is also introducing new home comfort products, such as a top-lift dehumidifier designed to improve usability by removing the need to lift heavy water tanks. This focus on accessibility reflects a broader push to make smart appliances easier to live with, not just more connected.

While local pricing in Australia has not yet been confirmed, Hisense indicated that many of these products are expected to land in the market at prices ranging from approximately $A1,200 for smaller appliances to more than $5,000 for advanced modular systems. The CES 2026 showcase reinforces Hisense’s ambition to build a cohesive smart home ecosystem, where AI software plays an equal role alongside hardware innovation in shaping how appliances fit into daily life.