Connected Appliances: Technology at Your Service

26 juin 2025 | By Tanguay

Once seen as a futuristic luxury, connected appliances are now firmly established in Quebec homes. Thanks to Wi-Fi and artificial intelligence, these devices are transforming how we cook, clean, and use energy. Nicolas Barbeau, General Manager of Purchasing at Tanguay, and an expert with over 30 years of experience, shares insights on this growing trend.

What is a Connected Appliance?

A connected appliance is a device that communicates with your phone or tablet via the Internet. It often uses a mobile app like SmartThings, Home Connect, or ThinQ. This connectivity allows you to control, monitor, and optimize your appliances remotely. You can start a load of laundry as you leave work. You’ll get a notification when your dishwasher is done. You can even check the contents of your fridge with built-in cameras.

A Smart, Efficient, and Intuitive Kitchen

Connected ovens and stoves go far beyond simple cooking. With probes and AI, they can:

1. Suggest recipes tailored to your dietary habits.
2. Manage cooking times based on the type of dish and desired doneness (rare, medium, well-done).
3. Learn your preferences over time—like the perfect way to cook your pizza—and notify you when it’s ready.

No more overcooked or forgotten dishes: your appliance becomes a true culinary assistant.

Smarter Washing and Drying

Connected washers and dryers offer surprising features:

1. Built-in sensors detect the level of dirt on clothes and automatically adjust the cycle to save water and electricity.
2. Notifications at the end of the cycle prevent clothes from staying damp for too long.
3. Remote programming ensures everything is ready when you get home.

These options are not only convenient but also energy-efficient, optimizing each cycle based on actual needs.

A Smarter Fridge Than Ever

Today’s connected refrigerators are equipped with cameras, sensors, and smart screens that allow you to:

1. See what’s inside your fridge in real-time, even while grocery shopping.
2. Create automatic grocery lists based on what you have left.
3. Receive expiration alerts and recipe suggestions for foods that need to be used quickly.

These features help reduce food waste while making meal planning easier.

Simple and Accessible Setup

Contrary to what you might think, connecting smart appliances is now a breeze. The apps are designed for everyone, with simple interfaces and clear icons. You can link a device by scanning a QR code.

Adding a stove, fridge, or even an air conditioner to your connected ecosystem takes just a few minutes.

Why Adopt Connected Appliances?

1. Time-Saving
Start your oven remotely. Get an alert when your laundry cycle is done. This helps you manage your daily time more effectively.

2. Energy Savings
Appliances adapt to your habits. For example, they lower the fridge temperature if the door is frequently opened. They also choose shorter wash cycles for lightly soiled clothes.

3. Less Waste
With food tracking and smart expiration date management, you avoid unnecessary waste.

4. Enhanced Usage
Artificial intelligence learns your preferences, suggests improvements, and helps you make the most of your appliances.

A Growing and Sustainable Trend

According to Nicolas Barbeau, while some consumers may be hesitant at first, the experience quickly proves to be convincing and even addictive. Once adopted, the technology becomes an indispensable ally, much like a home security camera system.

And the best news? Most major brands now offer connected appliances: Samsung, Bosch, LG, GE, Whirlpool… and they’re all available at Tanguay.ca, with experts ready to guide you.

In Conclusion

Connected appliances are no longer a vision of the future—they’re the present in Quebec homes. Easy to use, efficient, and intelligent, these devices integrate seamlessly into our lives. They make our daily routines simpler, greener, and more enjoyable.

To explore all the possibilities, visit our website or speak with an expert in-store. Your home has never been smarter.