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Apple Delays Robot Vacuum Control Feature for Home App

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Apple has quietly updated its Home app webpage to reflect a delay in its highly anticipated robot vacuum control feature. Originally expected by late 2024, the feature is now slated for release in early 2025. First reported by MacRumors, the update was made in early November, with Apple revising a footnote on the Home app webpage to reflect the new timeline.

Ecovacs Debuts the Deebot X5 Pro Omni with Advanced Cleaning Tech

Ecovacs X5 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo

Ecovacs has introduced the Deebot X5 Pro Omni, the latest addition to its robotic vacuum lineup. This release incorporates a range of features aimed at improving cleaning performance, navigation, and user convenience. The new model includes an upgraded suction power of 12,800Pa, surpassing other Ecovacs models such as the X2 and T30, and offers several innovations for both vacuuming and mopping.

Dyson Releases the Dyson Digital Slim Cordless Stick Vacuum

Dyson Digital Slim Cordless Stick Vacuum

The Dyson Digital Slim Cordless Stick Vacuum offers a balance of power and lightweight design, weighing in at 4.4 pounds. Engineered to be 33% lighter than the Dyson V11 model, this vacuum aims to provide efficient cleaning without the heft.

Eureka Launches J15 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum with Self-Cleaning Base Station

Eureka has released its newest flagship robot vacuum and mop combo, the J15 Pro Ultra, now available on Amazon. First previewed at IFA 2024 in Berlin, the device introduces several advanced features aimed at enhancing automated home cleaning. New Base Station Automation A standout feature of the J15 Pro Ultra

Roborock Unveils Ultra-Slim Qrevo Slim Robot Vacuum

Roborock has launched its latest robot vacuum cleaner, the Roborock Qrevo Slim, now available for purchase in the United States on Amazon. Initially announced earlier this year at the IFA trade show in Europe, this highly anticipated release is distinguished by its compact design, advanced mopping features, and multifunctional docking

iRobot Unveils New Essential Series Robots with AutoEmpty Dock in North America

iRobot has announced the availability of two new additions to its Essential series in North America: the Roomba Combo 2 Essential and the Roomba Vac 2 Essential robots. Of the Essentials lineup, these new models offer twice the vacuuming power of their predecessors and are the first to feature an AutoEmpty dock, enabling automatic dustbin emptying after cleaning sessions.

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