Cool Your Home From Your Phone: GE Appliances Now Offers Connected Window Air Conditioners

• New connected window air conditioners can be controlled from anywhere
• Connected window air conditioner units add to GE Appliances’ long list of connected capabilities

Most people don’t leave their window air conditioners turned on during the day in order to cut utility costs, resulting in sauna-like heat after a long day at the office. GE Appliances’ new connected window air conditioners beat the heat with the ability to control the unit from virtually anywhere with the touch of a smartphone screen. Simply turn the unit on from your phone on the way home to cool the space– decreasing the waste of cooling an empty room and increasing comfort when you arrive.

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GE Appliances' new connected window air conditioners beat the heat with the ability to control the unit from virtually anywhere. (Photo: GE)

“Connectivity is on the minds of many consumers, and we saw a need to offer this in our window air conditioners,” said Mark Evans, product manager, room air products. “Our new 115-Volt window air conditioners are the largest connected residential units on the market that offer free app connectivity, making it easy to control the temperature of a room from anywhere.”

The new AEC12AV 12,050 Btu and AED10AV 10,000 Btu units are controlled by GE Appliances’ new Comfort app, allowing consumers to easily:

• Create their own cooling schedule
• Monitor and control their air conditioner from anywhere
• Choose from available cooling modes
• Control multiple units from one app
• Get reminders to clean or change the air conditioner’s filter

In addition to the Wi-Fi® capabilities, both connected air conditioners are ENERGY STAR® compliant and come with a remote control. All of these options help turn a sticky, hot home into a cool and comfortable escape from the outdoor elements.

GE Appliances’ connected window air conditioners are available now and range from $350 to $440.

About GE Appliances

GE Appliances, a Haier company, makes moments that matter for our owners through our passion for making great appliances and providing unparalleled services. We make with our hands, heads and hearts. We make with integrity, inventiveness and ingenuity. For more than 125 years, we have been creating a legacy of invention - we've electrified and modernized life, bringing convenience and fun to kitchens. GE Appliances' products include refrigerators, freezers, cooking products, dishwashers, washers, dryers, air conditioners, water filtration systems and water heaters. For more information on GE Appliances, visit www.geappliances.com.

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