Table of Contents
- Design
- Performance
- cooling modes
- Connectivity and voice command: Alexa and Google Assistant
- Conclusion
- Technical specifications
If you are looking for an air conditioner, but do not need large equipment and complex installations, portable ones can be an interesting alternative. A pioneer in the sector, the LG has on the market today LG DUAL Inverter Voice (LP1419IVSM) a model of easy installation, with low noise level and that promises to please the public that loves everything connected.
Although it is a large piece of equipment, measuring 773 mm in height, 493 mm in width and 460 mm in depth, the LG DUAL Inverter Voice is in the category of portable air appliances. That is, this is an ideal product for offices, residential rooms and bedrooms. Speaking of dorms, DUAL Inverter Voice you can work through the night without discomfort, without disturbing those who are light sleepers.
Another point that will please is the connectivity, a highlight for the device of the LG compared to competitors. All functionalities can be controlled by the brand's application. In addition, it has integration with virtual assistants, such as Amazon Alexa e Google Assistant. a pity to LG not have considered Crab, from Apple. O Techlifers received the LG DUAL Inverter Voice for evaluation and now brings all the details of the product.
Design
Unlike other portable air conditioner models, the LG DUAL Inverter Voice (LP1419IVSM) it's wider. Therefore, before buying, we recommend evaluating the measurements and checking a place in the house or office where it can be without disturbing people.
Furthermore, the Inverter Voice da LG it is very heavy, weighing over 30 kg, and carrying it up stairs can be a little difficult if you want to take it to another environment. On the other hand, there are the wheels, to move it without much difficulty in flat areas.
The air outlet is at the top where the control buttons are: on/off, modes [cooling] and sleep mode, air speed [high, medium, low], oscillate and the timer. Still in the upper area, the LG introduced the LED display, where it is also possible to control the temperature. On the side and rear you can see the other air outlets.
The installation of the LG DUAL Inverter Voice (LP1419IVSM) it is relatively simple, reinforcing the proposal of being a portable product without generating difficulty in use. It comes with installation kit (hose and mounting plate extending from 58,5 cm to 152,5 cm), to be placed near the window either vertically or horizontally (according to your window).
Performance
In our assessment, the LP1419IVSM de 14.000 XNUMX BTU / h It is capable of cooling an environment of about 15 square meters. The elimination of noise is another highlight, once again ensuring comfort and practicality. So, in addition to leaving it on in offices, this air conditioning unit can stay in dorms without causing problems.
The LG It has a dual inverter compressor, providing fast cooling, noise reduction and energy saving. During our test, the notebook DUAL Inverter Voice recorded a maximum of 56 decibels of noise, which is quite satisfactory.
In Sleep Mode, which can be activated before going to sleep, noise levels can drop even further, to 44 dB.
In general, even consuming less energy, the LG DUAL Inverter Voice (LP1419IVSM) It has good cooling performance.
cooling modes
There are three modes on the device. They are: “refrigeration”, to cool the environment on hot days; “ventilation”, as the name implies, ideal for air circulation inside the house; and “dehumidification”, exclusive to remove humidity from the environment.
The remote control is very clean, with a small display and not many buttons to confuse the user. In it, you can turn on/off, increase and decrease the temperature, control the fan speed, activate the Timer and Sleep Mode.
The portable air conditioning filter is double protection “Dual Filter” and can be washed, just like other conventional models. Therefore, month after month, the user himself can remove the piece and clean it with running water. Remembering that it is essential to carry out cleaning maintenance of the air device, even in laptops. We've already talked about it here at Techlifers in a guide on how to use the air conditioner correctly.
Connectivity and voice command: Alexa and Google Assistant
The great highlight of LG DUAL Inverter Voice is its integration with the connected home through the Google Assistant and and from Amazon Alexa, which can be controlled by voice command. It can also be used through the app LG ThinQ, available to Android e iPhone (iOS).
You can connect the air conditioner to your device Echo via app Alexa, available to Android e iPhone (iOS). To do this, just go to the “Add device” menu, select your device Echo and under “Skills and Games” look for the LG ThinQ. Finally, just activate the use.
The same can be done through the virtual assistant Google Assistant, available to Android na Play Store, and on App Store guidance on iPhone (iOS). in the system of Google, you just need to add a new device through the “Home Automation” menu. Then just link the application from the Assistant to LG ThinQ.
For this review, we did a test with the Google Home Hub, where it was possible to turn on, turn off and configure the LG DUAL Inverter Voice at a distance.
Control of the air equipment is also possible through the company's own app, the ThinQ, thus eliminating the use of the normal control. The coolest thing about this option is being able to command the functions of the LG DUAL Inverter Voice even outside the house.
It is important to note that, in order to use these external platforms, both the smartphone and the air conditioner need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. On the air device itself, there is the LED display that can help you realize whether or not the device is connected to the internet network. Below are some commands available through the wizards:
Google Assistant voice commands
- “Turn on the air conditioning”
- “What is the temperature of the air conditioning”
- “Increase the air conditioning temperature to 23ºC”
- “Reduce the temperature of the air conditioning to 21ºC”
- “Put the air conditioning on cooling mode”
- “Turn off the air conditioning”
Alexa voice commands
- “Turn on the air conditioning”
- “Turn off the air conditioning”
- “Change the temperature to 23ºC”
- “Increase temperature to 24ºC”
- “Decrease the temperature by 21ºC”
Conclusion
In the portable sector, the LG DUAL Inverter Voice (LP1419IVSM) It is one of the best devices on the market right now. The company managed to provide a model that will certainly meet the needs of those looking for practical equipment, ideal for bedrooms and offices. It is an interesting option for those who live in condominiums without space to install wall air conditioning.
Connectivity is the high point of the LG DUAL Inverter Voice. In fact, voice and remote control makes usability much easier. But as not everything is flowers, the price of this model is very high, unfortunately. In many virtual stores, the device is not found for less than R$ 4 thousand.
Finally, if you think it is worth the investment and that the equipment will adapt to the environment of your home, it is worth betting on this device. The portable air conditioner LG DUAL Inverter Voice can be found at Submarino for R$ 4.399.
Technical specifications
| Model | LG DUAL Inverter Voice (LP1419IVSM) |
| Dimensions | 773 mm height x 493 width x 460 depth |
| Weight | 32,2kg |
| Capacidade de cooling | 14.000 BTUs |
| refrigerant gas | R-32 |
| Electrical supply (V/Hz) | 127/60 |
| Cooling power (W) | 1,370 |
| Cycle | Cold |
| Auto Evaporation System | Yes |
| Fan speed (cooling) | 4 |
| Fan speed (ventilation) | 3 |
| Internal noise level [dB(A)] | 53/50/47/44 |
| Type of air outlet | Superior |
| Air filter | Washable |
| Modes | – refrigerate - Dried – Ventilate |
| Viewfinder | Sim, LED |
| Remote control | yes, wireless |
| Conectividade | - Voice command: Google Assistant and Alexa – Remote connection via Wi-Fi |
| Color | White |
| Price | BRL 4.399,00 (American) BRL 4.399,00 (Submarine) |
