Robots

Deebot T80S review

Deebot T80S Omni makes easy work of hard floors with new mopping system

I’ve tested around ten robot vacuums over the past few years, trying to make sense of just how many brands have hit a market that’s reaching the kind of hyper-competitiveness we used to see with noise-cancelling earbuds. Ecovacs is a clear market leader in this category, and in Australia, it’s one of the most dependable…

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Dreame z1

The Dreame Z1 pool cleaner refines a growing niche of underwater robots

Robotic pool cleaners are having a moment. And it’s about time; why should your carpet have all the fun? These cute little techies are like benevolent submarines, diving into your pool and promising to keep it spick, span and hygenic forever. That’s the idea, anyway. What used to feel like a luxury add-on has quietly…

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iGarden M1 pool cleaner

The iGarden M1 pool cleaner looks like a toy tank and destroys debris like a pro

Robot Vacuum cleaners have evolved rapidly over the years, and while that category is constantly trying to improve navigation, there are two other types of cleaning robots fast emerging with rapid iteration.  The first is robotic lawn mowers. I haven’t tested a single one yet. The second is a bit more accessible in terms of…

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Waymo

Why riding Waymo’s driverless cars in L.A. was an emotional experience for me

I can’t remember the last time I hopped behind a steering wheel. I’ve attempted to get my learners several times throughout my life, though I’d only ever make it as far as a few streets before the freeze started to set in. I’d feel tears form and panic take over. Learning to drive may be…

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Robots are taking over the travel industry and people are totally cool with it

A global study of over 6,000 people by Travelzoo reveals that two thirds of Australians are open to the idea of robots working in the travel industry, including roles as hotel receptionists, bartenders and guides. The Future of Travel project was conducted in December 2015 and included polls in Australia, Europe, North America, South America and…

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