Have a look at the latest designs in new appliances and home technology

Kya deLongchamps finds that the march of technology is continuing to revolutionise the way in which we store our food, wash clothes and make a cuppa.

There are two big trade shows in electronics and home appliances — the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, held early in the year, and IFA (Consumer Electronics Unlimited) held in Berlin every September.

These theatres of all things on their way to market, and the latest press releases by our favourite brands, reveal that handling has emerged as the most crucial feature in modern appliances 2015/16.