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I am mesmerized by our new robotic vacuum (2019)

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Re: I am mesmerized by our new robotic vacuum (2019)

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Post by remmargorp64 »

neodymiumphish wrote: post #133
remmargorp64 wrote: post #107

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Yep, I have the RoboRock S5 and it's light years ahead of my old Roomba. I honestly have no idea how Roomba is still in business

It keeps getting better, too! The new update makes the S5 basically the same as the newer model (except that it's louder)... I had the original RoboRock and it worked really well. We replaced the battery and gave it to my wife's grandmother, then bought the S5 thinking the mop feature would be in some way useful, but I'm still happy with how well the S5 tracks its brush/filter lifespan and the software upgrades!

Yeah, the mop feature is a joke. I took one look at it and realized that instantly. Everything else about it is pretty sweet though.

Re: I am mesmerized by our new robotic vacuum (2019)

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Post by aasasd »

raducu wrote: post #50
aasasd wrote: post #14

I bought a robotic vacuum more out of curiosity and to see if I should buy one as a gift for my parents. Just one of the cheapest models that still had good reviews. It turned out that all deficiencies of such a vacuum are offset by its basic function: it keeps the apartment clean each day, every day. Dirty corners? Weak suction? Small container? Somewhat noisy? Not too smart? Gets stuck sometimes? I need to clean ha…

I don't like the cleaning I have to do before I let the robot loose -- pick up toys; I could vacuum much faster than the robot does and without heavy lifting of items in my crowded flat. But I usually don't vacuum, so overall I'm satisfied with my roborock.

By the way, in regard to removing larger items (as opposed to small ones that could be eaten by the vac), I'd also like to note that the floor doesn't really get dusty under those items. Because, of course, dust collects on the items instead. So there's no even particular reason to shuffle things around if the robot can find its way around them—and judging by my cat's relationship with the vac, the latter can go around plenty of things that are getting in its way.

Re: I am mesmerized by our new robotic vacuum (2019)

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Post by asdff »

rini17 wrote: post #25

Nobody seems to mention: How do you empty the dust compartment without stirring up the dust? My vacuum (Robzone) collects it in plastic box that is to be opened and cleaned out into trashbin with attached brush, the dust inevitably gets airborne.

my xiaomi has a separate dust bin that you can remove from the unit and open elsewhere. I just stick my hands in the trash bin and open it there. For the upright dyson vacuum which I use on higher pile carpet that clogs the robot, I have to take the canister to the large trash can outside because dust gets absolutely everywhere.

Re: I am mesmerized by our new robotic vacuum (2019)

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Post by danielheath »

raducu wrote: post #50
aasasd wrote: post #14

I bought a robotic vacuum more out of curiosity and to see if I should buy one as a gift for my parents. Just one of the cheapest models that still had good reviews. It turned out that all deficiencies of such a vacuum are offset by its basic function: it keeps the apartment clean each day, every day. Dirty corners? Weak suction? Small container? Somewhat noisy? Not too smart? Gets stuck sometimes? I need to clean ha…

I don't like the cleaning I have to do before I let the robot loose -- pick up toys; I could vacuum much faster than the robot does and without heavy lifting of items in my crowded flat. But I usually don't vacuum, so overall I'm satisfied with my roborock.

Yeah - pre-kids I used the robot vacuum regularly.

Post-kids, it takes 10 minutes to tidy the floor and 5 to vacuum it myself (and I do a better job), so it's not as much use.

Re: I am mesmerized by our new robotic vacuum (2019)

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Post by IAmEveryone »

somehnguy wrote: post #123
KarlKemp wrote: post #16

I’m immediately put off by the second ‘graphs being fully devoted to publicly putting his girlfriend in her place? We learn it’s „impulsive“ for her to make spending decisions (for him it would have been „decisive“, probably, given the good opportunity and how quick he is to think on his feet). He even moans about being „incapable of being upset“, as if it would be entirely normal, nay expected , to be upset about on…

You're way too sensitive and act as if we should conduct ourselves like formal robots. Sounds like a really boring world, loosen up a bit.

"Humor" and "publicly belittling your spouse" are completely orthogonal issues. As people tend to notice after middle school, life can be enjoyed without any out-group being made the subject of tired stereotypes.

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Post by JoBrad »

kaskavalci wrote: post #55

I do not trust Eufy brand anymore. We had a Eufy RoboVac and within its warranty period, battery went bust. When attached to its station, it gave some sound errors which is apparently tied to its battery. I contacted support several times, reminded their obligation for warranty period but they did nothing. They asked me to find a "certified technician" to get a report such that this malfunction was present when I mad…

My anecdote: our Eufy has been working great for just under a year, now. We have a lab that sheds bucket-loads off hair, and it is generally able to keep things clean. The only real problem is that I was a bit over aggressive cleaning the roller brush, and removed some padding, and now I need to get a new one.

Re: I am mesmerized by our new robotic vacuum (2019)

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Post by creato »

aasasd wrote: post #14

I bought a robotic vacuum more out of curiosity and to see if I should buy one as a gift for my parents. Just one of the cheapest models that still had good reviews. It turned out that all deficiencies of such a vacuum are offset by its basic function: it keeps the apartment clean each day, every day. Dirty corners? Weak suction? Small container? Somewhat noisy? Not too smart? Gets stuck sometimes? I need to clean ha…

> If it misses a spot today, it will get it tomorrow.

One of the complaints about the smarter robot vacuums (like ones that map the house) is that they consistently miss the same spots every time. I think the dumb "bounce off the walls randomly" algorithm is actually the best one for this kind of product.

Re: I am mesmerized by our new robotic vacuum (2019)

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Post by JoBrad »

sigwinch28 wrote: post #125

This article is good, but it misses out a few more essential features about the device which make it a little bit more intelligent than they've discovered so far: - It has infrared proximity sensors spread around the bumper which allow it to slow down before hitting a wall or other large flat surface, avoid it entirely (for example to turn around and shoot off in another direction), or do quite precise edge cleaning…

It’s sort of cool to watch it through an infrared camera. The front proximity sensor is like a set of headlights.
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