On Wednesday, Google DeepMind announced two new AI models designed to control robots: Gemini Robotics and Gemini Robotics-ER. The company claims these models will help robots of many shapes and sizes understand and interact with…
Apple does a lot of research into fundamental computer problems, and some of that results in real features of the products we buy. We can only hope the tech featured in the latest report published…
You know how you see a concept car from an auto manufacturer and you think “Wow! That’s so cool! I can’t wait to drive that!” and then their next car comes out and it looks…
An emerging mini-trend at CES this year is robot pool cleaners that generate cleaning patterns based on the size and shape of your pool, and a new high-end cleaner from Beatbot is the latest example.…
Nobody loves vacuuming. That’s why robot vacuums have become the darlings of smart home technology, promising to tackle one of our most tedious household chores. But with hundreds of models flooding the market, ranging from…
Robot vacuums have become indispensable in our homes. From pet hair to daily dust, these devices keep floors clean with minimal hands-on help. But like any tool, a robot vacuum needs regular upkeep to keep…
Two years ago, Tesla’s Optimus prototype was an underwhelming mess of exposed wires that could only operate in a carefully controlled stage presentation. Last night, Tesla’s “We, Robot” event featured much more advanced Optimus prototypes…
So you thought your new robot vacuum with its self-emptying bin and LiDAR navigation was state of the art? Well, not anymore. Robot vacuum technology has grown by leaps and bounds over the past year…
Our household only recently discovered the glorious, hands-free reality of a AI-enabled, self-emptying robot vacuum, one that scooted expertly around our apartment, busting dust for weeks on end with little input from us. But even…
When it comes to robot vacuums, sheer suction power isn’t the only factor that determines a vacuum’s effectiveness. Navigation, battery life, and additional features also play crucial roles in how well a robot vacuum performs.…