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If youre looking for a budget-friendly robot vacuum that can handle both vacuuming and mopping, iRobots Roomba Combo Essential just hit its lowest price ever. Thanks to the Amazon Spring Sale, its down to $150 from $275, matching the lowest price weve seen. It previously dipped to $149 during the holiday season and earlier this year, but its unclear how long this deal will stick around this time. As you can see in our roundup of the best budget robot vacuums, weve consistently rated iRobots machines highly for their reliability and ease of use. The Roomba Combo Essential is a simple, no-frills option that both vacuums and mops, making it a solid pick for small apartments, dorm rooms or anyone who wants a cleaner floor without spending a fortune. The vacuum uses special multi-surface brushes to pick up dirt, dust and pet hair from hard floors and carpets. Unlike some budget models that struggle with transitions, this one automatically adjusts to different surfaces, so you wont have to worry about it getting stuck. When its time to mop, the built-in mopping pad wipes down hard floors, tackling light spills and everyday messes. Its not as advanced as iRobots higher-end models with precision scrubbing, but its a convenient way to keep your floors looking fresh with minimal effort. One of iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's most convenient features is its auto-adjusting cleaning power the robot increases suction when it detects extra debris, so its more effective on high-traffic areas like entryways or around pet bowls. It also has cliff sensors to prevent it from tumbling down stairs and a low-profile design that helps it slip under some couches and other furniture for a more thorough clean. Despite it being an entry-level robot vacuum, the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential comes with app control and voice assistant support, so you can set cleaning schedules and initiate cleaning whether youre at home lounging on the couch or away on vacation. For $150, this is a solid deal for an iRobot machine that can vacuum and mop, especially considering its usual $275 price tag. If youve been thinking about automating some of your floor cleaning, this is one of the most affordable ways to do it.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/irobots-2-in-1-vacuum-and-mop-drops-to-149-for-the-amazon-spring-sale-123058730.html?src=rss
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One of Samsung's CEOs, Jong-hee Han, has died due to a heart attack, according to Reuters and CNBC. He was 63. Han joined the company in 1988 and became the head of product research and development for visual display in 2011. He then led Samsung's TV business before he was named as the head of Samsung DX, which is what the company calls its merged mobile and consumer electronics divisions, in 2021. In 2022, he officially became the company's Vice Chairman and CEO. Han had no experience in mobile before he started leading the company's DX group, but Samsung gave him credit for helping it get to the top of global TV sales for 15 years. CNBC says Han was one of the executives who hosted Samsung's annual general shareholders meeting just a week ago and answered questions about the company's poor stock performance. During the meeting, Han apologized to the shareholders, telling them that Samsung "failed to adequately respond to the rapidly evolving AI semiconductor market." He also told the shareholders that Samsung was having difficulties when it came to semiconductor-related mergers and acquisitions due to regulatory issues, but that the company was "determined to produce some tangible results this year." Based on the notice Samsung published, Han's co-CEO Young-Hyun Jun is now the sole CEO of the company. Jun, who also heads Samsung's semiconductor business, was appointed as Han's co-CEO in November 2024. It's not clear whether Samsung is planning to appoint another CEO in the future. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/samsung-ceo-jong-hee-han-has-died-120029286.html?src=rss
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The next feature for next-gen Apple Watches could be AI assistant-boosting cameras. Apple is reportedly working on adding cameras to future Apple Watch models to make them more like AI wearables, according to Bloombergs Mark Gurman. Unlike the ancient watch cameras from decades ago, Id expect the camera to be as subtle as front-facing cameras on an iPhone, not the giant units on the back. Cameras may not be for FaceTime calls or photography but could help the Apple Watch support AI features like Visual Intelligence, which can provide on-the-spot information. Gurman previously reported Apple is developing AirPods with a built-in camera for similar functionality. Do you know which company tried cramming a camera into its smartwatch? This one. That was also over a decade ago. Engadget Apple is contending with other Watch issues too: a rumored plastic Apple Watch SE has reportedly hit some development issues. According to Gurman (hes a busy guy!): The design team doesnt like the look, and the operations team is finding it difficult to make the casing materially cheaper than the current aluminum chassis. Its been over two years since Apple released the second-generation Apple Watch SE. We even took a second look at the wearable, anticipating` an eventual replacement. Mat Smith Get this delivered direct to your inbox. Subscribe right here! The biggest tech stories you missed The FCC is investigating whether Huawei, other Chinese companies are evading US ban Nothings Essential Spaces is an AI-powered app done right Panasonic takes on Canon with the full-frame, 45-megapixel S1R II mirrorless camera The best tech deals from Amazons Spring Sale Apple, Sonos and more. This years Amazon Spring Sale is in full swing, and as promised, a ton of household, fashion and outdoor gear has dropped to record-low prices. Tech isnt a huge focus thats usually a Prime Day thing but there are certain devices and tech bargains. Such as the recently upgraded M4 Mac mini. Not only does it come with a powerful M4 chipset but it also includes 16GB of RAM in the base model. Also: A perennial Engadget headphone favorite, Sonys WH-1000XM5 headphones are $250 (thats $150 off). Theyre comfortable, have great sound quality and powerful active noise cancellation. Also, theyre not in-ear buds. Continue reading. The 560-pound Twitter logo has sold for $34,000 Larry was one of the most iconic symbols Engadget Twitter may be dead, but the 12-foot tall bird logo from its San Francisco headquarters will live on. On top of the $34,375 winning bid, the unknown buyer will also be responsible for costs to move the sign from the San Francisco storage facility. That alone will be no small feat. The sign is 145" x 105" (roughly 12 feet by 8 feet) and weighs 560 pounds. What if the winning bidder was MySpace Tom? Continue reading. Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro review Stylish, tempting price, limited availability. Engadget If youre OK with Nothings limited US warranty, the $379 Phone 3a is a great budget device. It offers a superb screen, fun design and a surprisingly impressive camera package for the price. Then theres the $459 Phone 3a Pro. Its got a huge camera unit, which Im not a fan of, but that provides the space for a solid telephoto camera unheard of at this price. For onc, the Pixel A-series has competition. Read on for carrier compatibility, camera testing and more. Continue reading.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/the-morning-after-engadget-newsletter-111503742.html?src=rss
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