Hindware Smart Appliances’ First IoT-Enabled Chimney with MaxX Silence Tech

29 May 2025 CW Team

Hindware Smart Appliances' Optimus I-Pro marks a breakthrough in kitchen technology as India’s first IoT-enabled chimney featuring MaxX Silence Technology, which reduces noise by 32% compared to traditional auto-clean models. Designed for Indian kitchens, it offers a filterless design with high suction capacity, ideal for heavy-duty cooking.

The chimney comes with Thermal Autoclean Technology, eliminating the need for manual cleaning. It also features a real-time display clock, touch control panel, and motion-sensing operation that allows users to control it with a wave of their hand.

Connected via the Hindware Smart Appliances mobile app, users can operate the chimney remotely, receive cleaning alerts, and book service appointments. With its combination of smart connectivity, advanced automation, and user-centric design, the Optimus I-Pro aims to redefine modern kitchen convenience.

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