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KBIS 2026 It was full of industry firsts. Much of the innovation on display at the sprawling home and kitchen show involves large appliances. Top brands, including Samsung, LG, GE and Sharp, were on hand to give a glimpse into the future of home technology.
We were there to see it all up close and talk with product managers, engineers, and brand representatives about all the big new hardware features coming in 2026.
The latest refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers and laundry systems were well displayed in the show floor, and the innovations on display weren’t just flashy – they were practical upgrades designed to make home life a little easier.
Here are 10 highlights from KBIS 2026.
1. Golden heater, a new technology for fast cooking
Sharp debuts its Celerity stove with industry-first cooking technology.
It’s not every year we get a new type of cooking technology. The new Celerity oven from Sharp It features “Golden Heater” technology that combines microwave, true convection and infrared heat to cook food three times faster than a standard oven. We’ve had cookies baked in just 9 minutes – something that normally takes 15 minutes. And the result? She was as good as a grandmother.
2. Refrigerator barcode scanner to make grocery list making easier
The easy-to-use built-in scanner helps keep track of grocery items when they are running low.
This was the first technology Unveiled at CES But GE Profile was on hand at KBIS to showcase its own barcode-scanning refrigerator for groceries.
The smart refrigerator has a small scanner on the front door that allows you to scan groceries when you run out. From there, you can add them to a list on your phone or purchase directly through the brand’s Instacart integration.
3. Oven doneness detection devices
Many of the ovens on display at KBIS feature doneness detectors that alert you when food is turning brown, so you don’t overcook it.
Oven manufacturers have been working on increasing intelligence, too. Ovens have had cameras for a while, but more innovative algorithms are learning how to use them better. Doneness detectors, which monitor food as it cooks for signs of browning and alert you when it’s approaching, are designed to prevent burning and overcooking.
KitchenAid, Sharp, and LG are just a few of the kitchen brands that are incorporating a food doneness detector into their upcoming ovens.
4. Bottle and straw washers
The Midea washing machine has dedicated reusable straw washers.
One of our favorite upgrades has been Midea’s straw washing station in its new washing machines, scheduled to launch this year. Straws are notoriously difficult to clean, but this dedicated place on the bottom rack releases water directly into reusable straws, ridding them of dirt, mold, and other buildup.
5. Built-in basket to store your jackets
This simple addition to your washing machine drum protects sweaters and delicate clothing from abuse.
Whirlpool unveiled an industry first Built-in food basket. Simple design allows you to wash delicate jackets and shirts with a regular load.
The basket keeps these items free from the harsh knocks that occur during normal washing. They’re also good for keeping socks together, so matching is easier when it’s time to fold them.
6. Ice maker for refrigerator
This new Whirlpool refrigerator makes ice cubes in the front and classic cubes in the freezer below.
With all this excitement about ice cubes, it’s hard to believe we just got our first refrigerator with a built-in ice maker. Whirlpool’s latest version churns out crunchy, chewy ice from the front dispenser and standard cube ice from the bottom freezer.
7. Cleaning the washing machine with ultraviolet light
UV cleaning allows the machine to fight bacteria even during cold water washing.
Although this washing machine seemed a little strange to me, Whirlpool introduced the world’s first washing machine with a UV cleaning system, which blasts clothes during standard washing to kill bacteria.
The goal of UV cleaning is to fight bacteria without using hot water, which can be harsh on fabrics over time.
8. Built-in video tank
This feature-rich SKS oven has a built-in sous vide tank.
Sous vide cooking has been embraced by home cooks and professional chefs alike. Usually a low and slow water bath Requires specialized equipment, But the new feature-rich SKS stove has a sous vide tank built into the burner.
hunting? The stove, which has gas and induction burners and plenty of other innovative features, costs a A whopping $12,000.
9. Bottom dishwasher rack flips up for easy loading
A bottom rack dishwasher that flips up for easy loading? Yes please.
The soon-to-be-released Kenmore dishwasher features a straightforward update that makes loading and unloading a breeze. The bottom shelf slides out and flips to the same height as the top shelf. It is sure to be a welcome innovation for those with back problems or mobility issues.
10. Smart water dispensers with automatic filling
The smart auto-fill feature allows you to put your cup or bottle down and away while you fill it.
Refrigerators are getting smarter, including water taps. We’ve seen several refrigerators, including GE and KitchenAid, with smart autofill technologies that use cameras or weight sensors to determine exactly how much water to fill in a bottle or cup. When it’s 90% full, the water stops, allowing you to do other things while the filling continues.