Claw Smart Vacuum?

Innovation or Absurd?... tough call

The future of cleaning has arrived, and it's… surprisingly hands-on. Roborock has unveiled the Saros Z70, the first mass-market robot vacuum with a built-in mechanical arm. This isn't just about sucking up dust anymore; this little robot is designed to actually pick up clutter.

At a recent preview, reporters watched as the Saros Z70's 'OmniGrip' arm emerged from the vacuum and plucked crumpled socks off the floor. The arm can lift items weighing less than 300g and deposit them in a designated area. While the demo had a few initial glitches (even robots get stage fright, it seems), it eventually showed off its impressive sock-grabbing skills.​

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Roborock says the vacuum can detect over 100 different obstacles, and while it can't pick up all of them just yet, more items will be supported through future software updates. And for those worried about their pets or children becoming accidental targets, the arm isn't strong enough to cause harm, and there are safety features like a child lock and emergency stop button. The vacuum is also designed to avoid startling pets by moving aside when it approaches them.
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So, if you're tired of picking up socks and other small items before running your robot vacuum, the Roborock Saros Z70 might be the answer. It's a step towards a truly autonomous cleaning experience, even if it might occasionally drop a sock or two along the way. No pricing available yet.

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