Hi all,
Samsung, who made a a good bagged canister for a good while, is now making a serious effort in the area of bagless machines. Below are links to a web page for the new Samsung Silencio (SC9540) and a PDF of its users manual. It is being launched in the UK initially.
It steals from LG, Electrolux and even Miele. The Silencio employs an automatic ("IntelliClean") speed regulator plus standard speed adjustment like the LG/Kenmore Progressive bagless as well as and infrared control on the hose's hand grip ala the Miele Galaxy series. What appears original is the placement of the pre- and HEPA filters which allow for the vacuum's more compact form.
Offered as an option is what appears to be an electric low profile nozzle similar to the one developed by European Electrolux. This is an interesting compliation of ideas. One of Samsungs claims is that at 73 decibels it is quiter than Dyson.
Website --
http://www.samsung.com/uk/consumer/detail/detail.do?group=homeappliances&type=vacuumcleaner&subtype=cylinders&model_cd=VCC9540H4K/XEU
User manual --
http://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/200704/20070425100859046_DJ68-00368A.pdf
It will be on the market shortly. I hope some of our friends on the other side of the pond will get a chance to "kick the tires" on this new baby and give a report.
Best,
Venson
