Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It might come as a surprise that "roomba" isn't the universal term for a robot vacuum. It is, in fact, a capital "R" that denotes ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. iRobot finally read the room and saw that other top robot vacuums from the likes of Shark and Roborock had better features for ...

Let’s be honest. House-cleaning is time-consuming, and we are always looking for ways to make it easier. And there’s nothing easy about dragging a cumbersome vacuum cleaner around your home. Luckily, ...

iRobot 2025 lineup brings formerly high-end features to its entry-level and midrange models. Here's what's new. Stephen J. Bronner Contributor Stephen J. Bronner is a New York-based freelance writer, ...

iRobot, the maker of the Roomba vacuum cleaner, filed for bankruptcy protection on Sunday, saying that it would go private after being bought by Picea Robotics, its primary manufacturer. The company, ...

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We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Liam McCabe iRobot filed for bankruptcy in December 2025 and expects to be ...

To connect your Roomba to Wi-Fi, you need to download the iRobot HOME app onto your smartphone. The HOME app is iRobot’s control center for its Roomba vacuums and Braava mops and is available for iOS ...

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iRobot’s bankruptcy has turned a familiar household helper into a source of anxiety, as Roomba owners suddenly have to think about what happens when the company behind their robot vacuum is in court ...