iRobot: Patent Infringement Suits Found Valid
iRobot Corp. asserted that its patent infringement suits have been found valid by an International Trade Commission investigation.
Vacuum Cleaners/Electric Cleaning
Bissell Introduces Pet Pro Vacuum
Bissell has introduced the CrossWave Pet Pro vacuum designed specifically for homes with pets. The vacuum washes floors at the same time while switching between cleaning sealed hard floors and area rugs, the company said.
iRobot Sales Grow In Q1
iRobot continued to gain in the consumer robotic vacuum market, with sales growth reported for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018.
LG Electronics Expands Voice Assistant Capabilities
LG Electronics USA’s portfolio of Wi-Fi connected smart appliances is now compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. The company’s range of Wi-Fi enabled appliances includes air conditioners, air purifiers, vacuums and major appliances.
iLife Expands Robotic Vacuum Assortment
iLife has launched its V8s 2-in-1 robotic vacuum, the latest addition to its V Series.
Hijan Introduces Vacuum Cleaning Systems
Hijan has introduced its new Hijan Whirlspin MM15 upright vacuum and its companion Hijan Whirlspin MM91 handheld tool at the recent International Home + Housewares Show.
Ecovacs Launches Upgraded Robotic Vacuum
Ecovacs Robotics has launched its newest robotic vacuum, the Deebot N79S, in the U.S. market.
iRobot Cleans Up In Q4, Fiscal Year
iRobot continues to gain in the consumer robotic vacuum market with strong growth in its fourth quarter and fiscal year.
Housewares Design Awards Names 2018 Winners
The winners of the 2018 Housewares Design Awards were presented Tuesday evening, January 30, during a ceremony at the Las Vegas Market.
NPD: Small Appliances Top Holiday Season Performer
The small home appliance segment was among the top performing product categories during the recent holiday season, according to The NPD Group.
Dyson Opens Flagship New York City Retail Location
Dyson has opened a flagship Dyson Demo retail location on Fifth Avenue in New York City, designed to encourage consumers to pick up, test and understand the company’s technology.
LG Launches ThinQ Brand To Highlight AI Initiatives
LG Electronics has created the ThinQ brand to identify its 2018 home appliances, consumer electronics and services that utilize artificial intelligence (AI).
iRobot, Black & Decker Reach Patent Agreement
iRobot Corp. said it has reached a confidential agreement with Black & Decker regarding a patent infringement suit. In April, the company took legal action against five floor care suppliers, claiming that each of the companies had used its patented technology without permission.
Neato Robotics Names Petersen CEO
Neato Robotics has appointed Matt Petersen as the company’s new CEO, effective January 1, 2018.
iRobot Wins Housewares Design Awards’ Smart Home Award
iRobot’s Roomba 690 robotic vacuum will be honored with the first Smart Home Award at the 2018 Housewares Design Awards celebration on January 30 during the Las Vegas Market.
Ecovacs To Unveil Connected Robotic Vacuums
During CES 2018, to be held in Las Vegas January 9 through 12, Ecovacs will unveil its latest connected robotic vacuum models, the Ozmo 610 and 930.
Eureka Launches FloorRover Vacuum, NASCAR Sponsorship
Eureka has launched its new Eureka FloorRover vacuum cleaner during the Phoenix International Raceway weekend, along with its official sponsorship of NASCAR driver David Starr for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. The company’s sponsorship will extend into 2018.
Housewares Design Awards Names 2018 Finalists
The finalists are in for the 2018 Housewares Design Awards.
NPD Predicts Hot Housewares For The Holidays
According to NPD, housewares products like multi-cookers, robotic vacuums and portable beverageware are poised to make gains during the 2017 holiday season.
Bissell Introduces Pet Focused Vacuum
Bissell has introduced the Pet Hair Eraser Lift-Off, an upright vacuum with a detachable, portable canister, engineered specifically for homes with pets.