neato botvac D85 methodically vacuums using laser guided mapping
all images courtesy of neato

 

 

 

 

robot vacuums for some, still carry a trace of reckless self-indulgence. but these household devices are getting better and better at cleaning up after us, offering to keep things spotless with a level of near total expedience. the neatobotvac D85’ is all business when it comes to vacuuming. using laser mapping and methodical navigation, the robot scans the room, plans and cleans automatically moving from room to room. with wide brushes, and a large dirt bin, the ‘botvac D85’ can clean tiles, carpets and wood flooring. 

 


introductory video by neato

 

 

 

the low profile and robust spin flow technology manages to inhale everything on the ground while still power managing its nickel metal hydride battery. the neato ‘botvac D85’ is programmable, so the user can schedule daily cleanings or have the possibility to instantly set quick multi room sessions. the household doesn’t need to worry about battery life, because with its base station, the robot knows when to recharge automatically. take a look at designboom’s coverage of the dyson ‘360 eye’ and compare for yourself, if robots vacuums should become a staple in the home. 

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the ‘botvac D85’ uses laser guided navigation to develop a plan

 

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the robot vacuum uses a methodical cleaning method

 

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it recognizes obstructions and staircases

 

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the neato ‘botvac D85’ has a built-in garbage bin