Wondering which domestic robot vacuum is better for your needs? Embark on our mission to find the best possible robots on the planet! In this third episode, we begin testing the Roomba 560. Ultimate Challenge Page: www.robotshop.com Score Card: www.robotshop.com Forum Post and Poll: www.robotshop.com
Autonomous computer-controlled robots respond to fire alarm, discover a simulated blaze, and extiguish it in shortest time possible for chance to win at this annual event. Full details at www.trincoll.edu
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This is my first roomba hacking. I can say it is a kind of warning for the society taken over by robots. It is a noble challenge to take the human job back from the robots. In short, I changed my wonderful roomba into an ordinary dull vacuum cleaner using a remote controller of Wii ![]()
www.RobotShop.com Brief video segment from RocketBoom Tech discussing the history of domestic robots, current domestic robot products as well as commercials about the Neato Robotics XV11 and the Mint robotic vacuum cleaners. For more information, please visit www.RobotShop.com
There’s a Robot in Our House!
“AI.” “Bicentennial Man.” “The Jetsons.” “Richie Rich.” “I, Robot.” These films and TV programs may have elicited various emotions and opinions from the viewers.
Indeed, these movies and shows have unveiled the different sides of robots. However, they still point out a certain fact — that robots, or robotic devices, are smart, fast, and hardworking. They perform according to their assigned purpose or duty. And they can be the most reliable members of your household. Yes, your very own household!
From vacuum cleaners and surveillance systems to pets and leisure gadgets, robotic devices are definitely “invading” our homes.
In fact, a study released last year by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe revealed that more than 600,000 consumer robots or household robotic devices were used all over the world in 2003. The Commission also predicted that an additional four million units would be used in the next three years.
More and more consumers are joining the “robotics bandwagon” — purchasing devices basically to make their lives easier and less complicated. These people have discovered that their lifestyles should be attuned with the modern, fast-paced times.
Are you one of them? Why should YOU use robotic devices in your home? Here’s a list of some of the numerous benefits that such technological gadgets can give you:
1) They make work — and life — easier for you.
Household robotic gadgets willingly, and literally, do the dirty work for you. Consider the robot vacuum cleaner which can do the following:
It cleans effectively and efficiently. Since it cleans more dirt in a single sweep as compared to standard upright vacuums, the robot vacuum cleaner actually saves 50% of your time.
It cleans a whole area. Because of its compact shape, the robot vacuum cleaner can completely clean the area under your bed or other furniture.
It detects areas that need the most