Best Choice Award 2021 is an award given by Zing launched, wishing to find excellent and worth buying technology products of the year in each category. The award not only honors outstanding products in recent years, the Best Choice Award is also a prestigious list for users to refer to before choosing to buy. In line with the development trend of technology in life, this year’s awards include 4 categories: Air conditioners, Smartphones, Washing machines, and Headphones. Each category includes 5 prestigious nominations from many different brands. The award results are decided by the vote of the readers. With more than 43.67% votes from readers, the air conditioner model from a Japanese technology company has surpassed 4 other nominations including Daikin Inverter 1 HP FTKA25VMVMV (24.93%), LG Inverter 2.5 HP V24ENF1 ( 19.14%, Samsung WindFree PM1.0 (9.77%) and Gree Multi XS (2.49%). Compared to competitors, Sharp AIoT AH-XP13YHW is more outstanding by balancing many factors such as simple and compact design, protecting user health, saving power and a series of smart features. The feature of this model comes from Plasmacluster ion technology. This is Sharp’s proprietary germicidal technology, introduced in 2001 in Japan. Accordingly, Plasmacluster works on the mechanism of dispersing positive and negative ions into the air. The highly oxidizing OH radical ions will adhere to the surface of molds and bacteria. They will break down the protein structure by removing the H atom on the surface of the protein structure. The radical (OH) will combine with (H) to form water (H2O) in the air. This technology of Sharp is certified to kill 99% of bacteria, remove 99.9% of the H5N1 virus in the air environment. In September 2020, Plasmacluster technology was certified to reduce the infectious titre of the SARS-CoV-2 virus by 91.3%. This is one of the best health protection technologies for users on the market. Besides, this air conditioner model can connect to smartphones through the Sharp Air application. Users can easily turn on, off, and switch the modes of the air conditioner with their smartphone. In addition, the application also displays the air quality, current power consumption and statistical graph of the whole month. With 47.23% of the votes, Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G won overwhelmingly in the best smartphone category in the first half of 2021. This is understandable because the device is equipped with a large screen, powerful configuration, camera. quality, meeting a variety of user needs from entertainment to work. This is the smartphone with the largest screen on the market. Accordingly, the device uses a 6.8-inch screen, Quad HD + resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate. This model offers good visibility, vibrant colors and high brightness. The screen part of the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is flattened instead of 3D curved like on previous versions. According to a survey of the site Gizmochina In February 2020, 71.7% of people said that they prefer to use a flat screen and only 28.3% of people want to use a curved screen. Many people think that the curved screen makes swiping more comfortable. However, the disadvantage of curved screen models comes from being easily broken when dropped. The cost to repair or replace the curved screen is also more expensive than the flat screen. The configuration of the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is in the top today with Exynos 2100 chip, 12 GB RAM, 128 GB internal memory and a 5,000 mAh battery. The device is equipped with a main camera with a resolution of up to 108 MP, 8K video recording, 10X optical zoom and 100X Space Zoom feature, providing quality images, meeting many different photography needs of users. Razer BlackShark V2 scores thanks to its minimalist design that is different from most gaming headsets on the market. The headband of the headset has a jet black color, a plastic case, a thin frame, and a prominent neon green “three-headed snake” logo. This design of Razer brings better versatility to the product. This means that users can use the headset for many different purposes and spaces such as playing games, listening to music in the park, office or on the street. The headphones have a frequency range of 12 Hz-28 kHz, which is wide enough to reproduce most of the sound details. Besides, the sound quality of the model is not interfered with by technology too much, so it ensures the accuracy for gamers. The bass of the device ensures power, the middle range is moderate. Meanwhile, the treble part of the Razer BlackShark V2 is clear and slightly tweaked to reduce the jarring feeling. Razer BlackShark V2 is an attractive headset model with a price of 2.7 million VND. This model is aimed at users who need to find a headset that can be used on many platforms, has a removable microphone, neutral design, comfortable wearing feeling, honest sound quality and quite good sound insulation. Appearing in Vietnam market in April 2021, Samsung AI Inverter WD14TP44DSB/SV quickly gained the attention of many users. Accordingly, Samsung’s washing machine was voted the most by readers with 40.48%. This model shows that Samsung has seriously developed the washing machine industry, helping to improve the user experience. This is no longer an ordinary washing machine that makes friends and understands all the needs of the user. This model owns 4 sensors to help identify the weight and soiling of clothes. From there, the machine optimizes the amount of water, washing water, rinse and time for the user. In addition, this model has an AI Control panel that can automatically remember, analyze and recommend the appropriate washing mode. Users can control the washing machine with their smartphone through the SmartThings app. Not only smart, Samsung washing machines also ensure quality, help clean clothes and remove bacteria. Accordingly, Samsung AI Inverter WD14TP44DSB/SV has Hygiene Steam technology, which removes 99.9% of bacteria and allergens by activating high-temperature steam blowing into the entire surface and deep inside each fabric gap.

With the desire to find the washing machine that is most loved by readers, Zing selected 5 typical nominees including Samsung AI Inverter 14 kg WD14TP44DSB/SV, Panasonic Inverter 16 kg NA-FD16V1BRV, LG Inverter 21 kg F2721HTTV, Toshiba Inverter 8.5 kg TW-BH95S2V WK and Aqua Inverter 10 kg AQW-DR100ET S . Samsung AI Inverter 14 kg WD14TP44DSB/SV Samsung AI Inverter 14 kg WD14TP44DSB/SV is rated as the best large front-loading washing machine model. The product was introduced in Vietnam market in April 2021. This is the first Samsung washing machine model equipped with AI technology. The product has 4 sensors to help detect the weight and soiling of clothes. From there, the machine optimizes the amount of water, washing water, rinse and time for the user. In addition, the device has an AI Control panel that can automatically remember, analyze and recommend the appropriate washing mode. Users can control this washing machine using the SmartThings app. Samsung AI Inverter 14 kg WD14TP44DSB/SV has an eye-catching design. Photo: Samsung. In addition, the device also has an AI Dispenser smart detergent compartment. The washing machine automatically adjusts the appropriate amount of washing and softening water thanks to the weight sensor of the clothes. Users only need to refill once for a month of use (equivalent to 16-20 washes). When the detergent in the compartment is empty, the washing machine will automatically signal the need to refill. This product also has QuickDrive mode. Clothes will be washed deeply in just 39 minutes. In addition, the washing machine also has Hygiene Steam technology, which removes 99.9% of bacteria and allergens by activating high-temperature steam that blows into the entire surface and deep inside each fabric. Panasonic Inverter 16 kg NA-FD16V1BRV NA-FD16V1BRV is the best large top load washing machine model with a washing capacity of 16 kg. This model is equipped with StainMaster+ hot water washing technology that quickly removes unpleasant stains such as grease stains, neck and sleeve stains. Panasonic Inverter 16 kg NA-FD16V1BRV costs 20.1 million VND. Photo: Panasonic. The device uses a new generation motor TD Inverter. According to Panasonic, this motor delivers 6 times more power than the previous version and saves about 40% of electrical energy. The Panasonic washing machine also has Tangle Care technology. When washing is finished, the washing wheel rotates slowly left and right within 4 minutes to help prevent clothes from tangling and overlapping. After a period of use, the washing tub will get dirty, detergent residue and bacteria. With Auto Tub Clean mode, the washing tub of Panasonic Inverter 16 kg NA-FD16V1BRV will be cleaned easily thanks to the combination of hot water, bacteria clinging to the drum will also be removed. LG Inverter 21 kg F2721HTTV LG Inverter F2721HTTV is rated as a front-loading washing machine with the highest capacity up to 21 kg combined with a drying volume of 12 kg. The device allows users to easily wash and dry a large number of family clothes in just one wash. LG Inverter F2721HTTV is a high-end washing machine model. Photo: LG. The product is also equipped with True Steam steam washing mode, which uses hot steam at high temperatures to kill bacteria and allergens left on clothes. At the same time, hot steam can penetrate each fabric to help reduce wrinkles and prevent tangles effectively. A plus point on the LG Inverter 21 kg F2721HTTV comes from the Add Item feature, which allows users to add laundry after the machine has operated, limiting missing clothes. Users can control this washing machine with LG SmartThinQ software. This application allows users to adjust, check the error status or start the washing machine at any time. Toshiba Inverter 8.5 kg TW-BH95S2V WK Toshiba Inverter 8.5 kg TW-BH95S2V WK is the best front-loading washing machine under 10 million. The product has a modern design, the white version brings an elegant feeling. Currently, the product is being offered for sale for 7 million VND. Toshiba Inverter 8.5 kg TW-BH95S2V WK has 16 washing programs. Photo: Toshiba. Compared with similar products in the same price range, Toshiba’s washing machine model stands out with 16 different washing programs such as cotton clothes, sportswear, thick coats, thin clothes, baby clothes or a quick 15-minute wash. The device has a smart sensor that automatically measures the water flow rate, the amount of laundry, and then offers the appropriate washing program. Aqua Inverter 10 kg AQW-DR100ET WILL This is the best top-loading washing machine model in the price range under 10 million. The product has a fairly compact design, the glass lid is made of tempered, overflowing, anti-collapsing. The washing machine has Nano Ag + deodorizing technology to help clean clothes better and not stick to musty odors. Besides, the product can remove the remaining residue after each wash thanks to the automatic drum cleaning feature. Aqua Inverter 10 kg AQW-DR100ET S is being offered for sale from 6.8 million VND. Photo: Aqua. This model has a total of 12 different washing programs, with a washing capacity of 10 kg, suitable for families of 5-7 people. Like many other appliances, Aqua’s washing machine also has Inverter technology, providing quiet, energy-saving operation. The Best Choice Award 2021 officially opens the voting portal for 4 categories from May 4 to May 17 here (https://zingnews.vn/best-choice-award/). Voting portal for each category will be open for a certain time. Each account is entitled to vote only once for 1 product within 5 hours.