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iRobot's Roomba Duo Debuts as a Vacuum-Within-A-Vacuum Concept at IFA 2026
gadgets1 month ago

iRobot's Roomba Duo Debuts as a Vacuum-Within-A-Vacuum Concept at IFA 2026

iRobot unveiled the Roomba Duo at IFA 2026—a large base unit that can steam-clean floors and houses a smaller, disc-shaped companion robot stored in a top cavity that’s deployed for tight spots. The concept envisions a heavy-duty base for deep cleaning and longer runtime, with the companion bot essentially being a Roomba Plus 575. It’s a market-facing idea only in the concept stage, with no price or release date announced, and questions remain about whether steam cleaning will handle stubborn stains as hoped.

via Gizmodo|
#gadgets#ifa-2026#irobot
Roomba Duo: iRobot’s two-in-one vacuum concept debuts at IFA 2026
tech1 month ago

Roomba Duo: iRobot’s two-in-one vacuum concept debuts at IFA 2026

At IFA 2026, iRobot unveiled the Roomba Duo, a concept that pairs a heavy-duty floor-washing unit with a smaller Roomba carried on top and lowered via a mechanical arm to reach tight spaces; the Duo functions as an autonomous dock with clean and dirty water tanks and uses lidar/camera navigation, with the main unit capable of steam-mopping and cleaning solid messes. It’s touted as the most powerful iRobot vacuum yet, but no price or release date has been announced and durability questions linger as it remains in development.

via The Verge|
#ifa-2026#irobot#robot-vacuum
iRobot Unveils Its Most Powerful Roomba Yet With SealForce and Heated Mopping
technology1 month ago

iRobot Unveils Its Most Powerful Roomba Yet With SealForce and Heated Mopping

iRobot announced two Roombas at IFA 2026: the $1,199 Roomba Max 875 Combo with SealForce Vacuuming Technology delivering 35,000 Pa suction and heated ThermaMist mopping with a PowerSpin Max roller, and the $899 Roomba Plus 678 Combo with SprayForce AI pre-treatment; both include AutoWash Dock and ship in two weeks, with North American retail later this month.

via Engadget|
#irobot#roomba-max-875-combo#sealforce-vacuuming-technology
iRobot debuts SealForce-enabled Roomba Max 875 and Plus 678 at IFA 2026
tech1 month ago

iRobot debuts SealForce-enabled Roomba Max 875 and Plus 678 at IFA 2026

iRobot unveils two SealForce-equipped Roomba robot vacuums at IFA 2026: the flagship Roomba Max 875 Combo with 35,000 Pa suction, a 20 L/s airflow, ThermaMist mopping, and an auto-cleaning dock; and the Roomba Plus 678 Combo, a midrange variant with 30,000 Pa suction, 18 L/s airflow, SprayForce for stains, but without ThermaMist. Both use lidar/camera navigation, work with Alexa/Google/Siri, are undergoing Matter certification, priced at $1,199 and $899 respectively, and are available now at iRobot.com; iRobot is now owned by Picea Robotics and is showcasing at IFA 2026.

via The Verge|
#ifa-2026#irobot#robot-vacuum
Robot vacuum brands respond to FCC ban: current stock safe, future models under review
technology2 months ago

Robot vacuum brands respond to FCC ban: current stock safe, future models under review

Amid the FCC’s ban on foreign-made mobile robots, major robot vacuum brands have weighed in: Shark says existing U.S.-sold models will stay available and supported while it evaluates next steps for future releases; Eufy says current products remain available and updated, with guidance for future products to come; iRobot says it’s working with the FCC to understand the impact and will share updates; Narwal states that its US-certified products aren’t affected and it’s reviewing the approval process. The FCC notes that current vacuums can still be used and updates may continue through Jan. 1, 2029, and retailers can sell stock already in circulation, but new foreign imports require approval. The situation could reshape the market if new foreign models can’t be released, but brands are promising ongoing support and transparency as rules evolve.

via Mashable|
#eufy#fcc-ban#irobot
iRobot’s Roomba Electro Plus is a floor cleaner you push, not a robot
tech3 months ago

iRobot’s Roomba Electro Plus is a floor cleaner you push, not a robot

iRobot announced its first manually operated floor cleaner, the $399 Roomba Electro Plus, a 5‑in‑1 hard-floor cleaner that vacuums, mops, and sanitizes using electrolyzed tap water, eliminating the need for a separate cleaning solution, while also introducing five cheaper, smaller Roomba robot vacuums with higher suction, lidar navigation, and AI obstacle detection; preorder begins July 7.

via The Verge|
#disinfection#irobot#robot-vacuums
iRobot trims Roombas to fit smaller homes with cheaper prices
tech5 months ago

iRobot trims Roombas to fit smaller homes with cheaper prices

iRobot unveiled an eight-model Roomba lineup that’s up to 25% smaller and up to £200 cheaper, featuring higher suction, more models with roller mops, and a new hot spot mopping capability. The range spans from the entry-level Roomba 115 Combo at about £229 to the Roomba Max 775 Combo at £799, with mid-range Plus models (615/675) delivering up to 20,000–30,000 Pa suction. All use lidar navigation with AI obstacle detection, and some docks include AutoWash. The rollout starts mid-2026 across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, with UK pricing already listed. This follows iRobot’s bankruptcy and reboot, now owned by Shenzhen Picea Robotics, positioning the lineup against Ecovacs and Roborock.

via The Verge|
#hot-spot-mopping#irobot#pricing
Roomba Maker iRobot Files for Bankruptcy After 35 Years
technology9 months ago

Roomba Maker iRobot Files for Bankruptcy After 35 Years

iRobot, the creator of the popular Roomba robot vacuum, filed for bankruptcy due to a combination of regulatory challenges, increased competition from Chinese firms, and missed opportunities for innovation, despite its pioneering role in consumer robotics and a vision for smarter home robots. The company's decline highlights the difficulties tech companies face in adapting to market demands and regulatory environments.

via The Verge|
#bankruptcy#home-robotics#innovation
iRobot's Roomba Faces Uncertain Future Amid Bankruptcy and Strategic Shifts
technology9 months ago

iRobot's Roomba Faces Uncertain Future Amid Bankruptcy and Strategic Shifts

iRobot, the maker of Roomba robot vacuums, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will be acquired by its manufacturing partner, Picea Robotics. Despite the financial troubles, iRobot plans to continue offering its products, but potential buyers should consider the company's uncertain future when making purchasing decisions. The company's long-term viability remains uncertain amid fierce competition and regulatory challenges.

via CNET|
#bankruptcy#irobot#robot-vacuums
iRobot Files for Bankruptcy and Plans to Go Private
business9 months ago

iRobot Files for Bankruptcy and Plans to Go Private

iRobot, the maker of Roomba robotic vacuums, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid financial struggles and a failed acquisition by Amazon. The company is being acquired by Picea through a court-supervised process, which aims to strengthen its financial position and ensure continuity for customers and partners. iRobot expects to complete the restructuring by February with no disruptions to its operations.

via AP News|
#bankruptcy#business#chapter-11