Robotics

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Anker Prime 100W USB-C Charger is available on Amazon More

Dyson/ZDNETIf you’ve been looking to buy a cordless vacuum, now is a great time to do so: The excellent Dyson V15 Detect Cordless Vacuum More

iRobot/ZDNETiRobot has been known as a robot vacuum standard since its launch over 20 years ago. Today the company announced a complete redesign of almost its entire product line, with new entry-level, midrange, and high-end robot vacuums. Almost every model features an AutoEmpty Dock and mopping variant to round out the Roomba catalog. The new Roombas include the 105 model and 105 Combo starting at $299, the Roomba 205 DustCompactor and a Combo variant starting at $449, the Plus 405 Combo Robot and AutoWash Dock at $799, and the Roomba Plus 505 Combo Robot and AutoWash Dock at $999.Also: I knew this robot vacuum was a winner just hours after testing it – here’s whyiRobot is looking to this launch to simplify and better clarify its product line for consumers by giving the products more specific tiers according to their capabilities. Now, iRobot models will be classified into the entry-level Roomba, midrange Roomba Plus, and flagship Roomba Max. Similarly, the robot vacuums will have a Vac and Combo variant, the latter for robot vacuum and mops combination robots. Additionally, iRobot will feature an optional AutoEmpty dock for the Roomba 105. More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETThe Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) More

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeaways Anker’s Nano Power Bank More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Anker MagGo 3-1 wireless charger is on sale at Amazon for $72. It features 15W fast Apple Watch and iPhone charging, and can power up to three devices at once. However, it doesn’t have a phone stand feature. more buying choices Amazon is selling every color of the Anker MagGo […] More

nadla/Getty Images If you’re a Comcast internet customer, there’s a good chance you just received an upgrade at no cost. The company announced today that it has improved internet speeds for both Xfinity products and NOW prepaid products — for more than 20 million customers in all.  Up to 100% faster The new upload speeds will […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The JBL Flip 7 speaker is available to preorder for $149 in Black, Blue, White, Red, Camo, and Purple. This small, rugged speaker can withstand the elements and produce enough sound to keep the party going for hours. However, the Flip 7’s sound isn’t refined and lacks punch, specifically in the […] More