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(More customer reviews)I bought this thing for around $1500, if memory serves, from a local department store. I was sucked in by its beautifully spacey interior--the vertical strip of lighting--and the generally high ratings that Samsung refrigerators get from various organizations. (Of course, this particular model I couldn't find the ratings for.)
There is actually nothing wrong with this thing. But after having it for about 6 months now, my question is, is this refrigerator worth the $1200 difference between one of those old-fashioned white things we used to have. Yes, the head of lettuce no longer freezes up. (But I'll bet there are those cheap white refrigerators that don't freeze their lettuce either.)
I am amazed that for $1500 they still can't design an ice dispenser that 1) doesn't splash ice all over the floor and 2) make crystal clear ice like you get from dedicated ice machines. It doesn't seem like this would be too difficult to add to the refrigerator. (When manufacturers do add this, it will be a game changer for refrigerator manufacturers the way spell-check was for word processing programs -- everyone will want to upgrade.)
Also, this stainless steel is not magnetic, so the entire front of it is unable to be used for notes or anything. Also, the fingerprint problem has been horrendous with our kids. It requires constant cleaning (though wife did finally go get some stainless steel cleaner from the store and it looks brand new again). There is a model with a different surface called platina or something like that that is supposed to be magnetic and reduce fingerprints. Wish I'd gone with that model.
I believe that the way this type of refrigerator maintains its energy rating is because the bottom half of the refrigerator compartment consists of three drawers. When you open the door, no air escapes from these drawers. That's cool. On the other hand, having to open the drawers all the time to see what's inside is a hassle. (The fronts of the drawers are clear, but you can't seen what's in back.
With my old white refrigerator I used a Brita pitcher for water. This Samsung came with a filter of a brand I've never heard of. To me, it just doesn't taste as good as the Brita filtered water. Also, the temperature of the water, if you choose to drink it without ice is no very cold, as if it is just in the pipe outside the refrigerator until it gets filtered. You'd think that for $1500 they could make the water cold before it gets dispensed. I am also suspect of the filter because when water drips on the little tray under it, it leaves a big hard water spot. If the filter was working, shouldn't it not do that?
Anyway, I am really questioning whether I shouldn't have just bought one of those cheap $300 refrigerators.
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Samsung RS267TDRS 26 cu. ft. Side by Side Refrigerator with 4 Spill Proof Glass Shelves, Twin Cooling, LED Tower Lighting, Wine Rack, Cool Select Zone, In-door Ice Maker and External Water/ Ice Dispenser: Stainless SteelWelcome to SAMSUNG. For over 70 years, SAMSUNG has been dedicated to making a better world through diverse businesses that today span advanced technology, semiconductors, skyscraper and plant construction, petrochemicals, fashion, medicine, finance, hotels, and more. Their flagship company, SAMSUNG Electronics, leads the global market in high-tech electronics manufacturing and digital media. Through innovative, reliable products and services; talented people; a responsible approach to business and global citizenship; and collaboration with their partners and customers, SAMSUNG is taking the world in imaginative new directions. The Samsung Philosophy. At SAMSUNG, they follow a simple business philosophy: to devote their talent and technology to creating superior products and services that contribute to a better global society. Every day, their people bring this philosophy to life. Their leaders search for the brightest talent from around the world, and give them the resources they need to be the best at what they do. The result is that all of their products - from memory chips that help businesses store vital knowledge to mobile phones that connect people across continents - have the power to enrich lives. And that's what making a better global society is all about. Their Vision. Their Mission. SAMSUNG is guided by a singular vision: to lead the digital convergence movement. They believe that through technology innovation today, they will find the solutions they need to address the challenges of tomorrow. From technology, comes opportunity - for businesses to grow, for citizens in emerging markets to prosper by tapping into the digital economy, and for people to invent new possibilities. It's their aim to develop innovative technologies and efficient processes that create new markets, enrich people's lives and continue to make Samsung a trusted market leader. Everyt...
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