By , Steve Castle
Published July 29, 2015
Kitchens are becoming more and more high-tech, with Wi-Fi connected appliances, smartphone apps, and downloadable recipes. Now GE is mixing in a dash of Bluetooth.
The short-range wireless technology, which GE calls Chef Connect, will be included in a new Profile range line and over-the-range microwave that can sync with each other and create what GE calls a more unified experience in the kitchen.
Chef Connect features are pretty basic now but could hint at bigger things to come:
"This connectivity is really about convenience," says Heather Koyama, GE Appliances product manager in a statement. "We believe adding this technology will be a feature consumers in kitchens throughout America can appreciate."
GE previously introduced Wi-Fi connectivity to its Profile line with IFTTT (If-this-then-that) automation features with recipes that turn the oven off after the cooking is done, for example.
The new Free Standing Gas and Electric Profile will have edge-to edge-cooktops. Prices will be start at $1,100 for the electric and $1,200 for gas, and they will be available in August.
The Over-the-Range Microwave will have a capacity of 2.1 cubic feet and a sleek look with bottom controls and an integrated handle. Its price will be $499 stainless or slate and $449 for black or white, and it will be available in September.
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