Tag: Vacuums

12 AUG

I tried a $260 Roomba alternative that automatically vacuums and mops floors — here’s what using it was like

Since 1996, robotic vacuums have become increasingly sophisticated with several manufacturers trying to cut into the Roomba’s market share. ILIFE currently has two lines of vacuums: the A series for cleaning carpets and the V series designed for vacuuming and mopping hard floors. Having never used a robotic vacuum before, I appreciated how user-friendly and […]

04 FEB

The best robot vacuums

By Liam McCabe This post was done in partnership with Wirecutter, where you can find reviews for the real world. When readers choose to buy Wirecutter’s independently chosen editorial picks, it may earn affiliate commissions that support its work. Read the full article here. After running more than 90 cleaning cycles with 14 of the […]

10 OCT

Samsung’s new robot vacuums banish Darth Vader to cleaning duty

If you’ve lamented the lack of Star Wars-themed home cleaning appliances, then Samsung has just the robot vacuums for you. Today they announced limited editions of their POWERbot VR7000 vacuum cleaner inspired by the iconic sci-fi franchise. There are two different designs: Darth Vader retails for $ 799, while his Stormtrooper counterpart retails for $ […]

07 MAY

The best robot vacuums

By Liam McCabe This post was done in partnership with The Sweethome, a buyer’s guide to the best homewares. When readers choose to buy The Sweethome’s independently chosen editorial picks, it may earn affiliate commissions that support its work. Read the full article here. After running more than 70 cleaning cycles over 10 weeks with […]

18 APR

iRobot starts a patent war over robot vacuums

It’s getting nasty in the robot vacuum arena. iRobot has filed lawsuits against Bissell, Black & Decker, Bobsweep and Hoover for allegedly violating several patents for the concept of an autonomous room-cleaning robot. The company “will not stand by” as rivals “infringe on our intellectual property” by making similar competing machines, according to a statement. […]

10 MAR

Today's Best Deals: Cordless Vacuums, Packing Cubes, $11 Bluetooth Headphones, and More

$ 11 Bluetooth headphones, packing cubes, and cordless vacuums lead off Friday’s best deals from around the web. Today’s Best Lifestyle Deals: ModCloth, Target, ASOS, Hanes, and More Today's Best Lifestyle Deals: ModCloth, Target, ASOS, Hanes, and More Today's Best Lifestyle Deals: ModCloth, Target,… Major furniture discounts at Target, workwear markdowns from ModCloth, ASOS’s Fashion […]

28 JAN

Today’s Best Deals: Black & Decker Vacuums, Inflatable Lounger, Xbox Bundles, and More

A Black & Decker vacuum Gold Box, free Xbox One controllers with console bundles, an inflatable lounger, and more lead Friday’s best deals. Bookmark Kinja Deals and follow us on Twitter to never miss a deal. Don’t forget to sign up for our email newsletter. Top Deals Black & Decker Gold Box Spring Cleaning is […]