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How to Activate and Use the Roborock Saros Z70 OmniGrip

Roborock’s Saros Z70 is the first robot vacuum that is mass-produced with a groundbreaking feature—a 5-axis robotic arm known as OmniGrip. This innovation is designed to address a longstanding challenge: clearing small obstacles that interfere with cleaning cycles. As we anticipate its release in early May, let’s take a moment to examine how users activate and control the OmniGrip through the Roborock app as well as its specific capabilities (and limitations).

Apple’s New iOS Releases with Matter Support

Apple’s release of iOS 18.4 is shaking up the smart home landscape, prompting players in the robot vacuum market to roll out significant updates to allow robot vacuums to finally enable Matter protocol in their Matter-compatible robot vacuums. After setbacks and delays, this is exciting news for Apple users. Apple’s new

The 2025 Buyer’s Guide to Shark Robot Vacuums

The Shark robot vacuum lineup might seem overwhelming at first. But despite the many model numbers, docking options, rebranding, renaming, and accessorizing, most variants within a given series share the same core robot. This guide focuses on the new models that are currently available on Shark’s US website and Amazon. While

The Complete Roborock App Guide

Overview Welcome to our comprehensive walkthrough of the Roborock App—which is our favorite robot vacuum app as of this writing. This guide will help you find the features of your Roborock robot vacuum’s control app. In this article, we’ll walk through the setup process, review the features of the home

The Ultimate Guide to Robot Vacuums Without Internet: What Works Offline?

Many readers and viewers ask us the questions: “Can my robot vacuum work without internet?” Or “Which robot vacuums work without internet?” Whether you’re dealing with spotty Wi‑Fi, have security concerns, or simply prefer a device that doesn’t rely on the cloud, understanding what your robot can do offline is essential. In this guide, we break down offline functionality so you get a clear picture of what to expect from most robot brands.

iRobot’s New 2025 Lineup Buyer’s Guide

iRobot has unveiled a refreshed Roomba series for 2025 that brings significant changes to its long-established lineup. This guide examines the core features and what you might expect in real-world usage.

Ultimate Dreame Robot Vacuum Buyer’s Guide 2025

This guide explains the practical differences between Dreame robot vacuums, organized by price and generation—from older, budget-friendly models to the latest premium devices. We focus on the features that Dreame builds into every model and then look at how each series adds more advanced functions.

MOVA: A Brand to Watch

MOVA—styled as an acronym for “Move On, Ventures Await”—has long been known in overseas markets for its smart appliances. At CES 2025, they made a major splash with an expansive lineup that now includes robot vacuums. Although the brand has enjoyed success in Asia and Europe, their North American debut at

What is Matter and What Does It Mean for Robot Vacuums?

The landscape for robot vacuum owners is more exciting and complex than ever. On one side, the Matter protocol promises to unify different brands and simplify interoperability, while major platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home continue expanding their AI capabilities. Roborock made a splash when they

Robot Vacuum Market Trends: Are Traditional Vacuums Falling Behind?

As consumer demands shift toward convenience and automation, robot vacuums are rapidly challenging the long-held dominance of uprights, canisters, and other traditional vacuum cleaners. In this in-depth article, Vacuum Wars explores how robotic vacuum adoption has surged in recent years, propelled by technological breakthroughs, changing consumer behavior, and the expanding

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