This new Roomba seals itself to your carpet
The short version
- The Roomba maker will be exhibiting under its new owner, Picea Robotics , the contract manufacturer that purchased the once-troubled American robotics company out of bankruptcy in…
- The $1,199 Roomba Max 875 Combo is the company's newest top-of-the-line robot vacuum and mop, and it debuts alongside the $899 Roomba Plus 678 Combo.
- Both models are available now at irobot.com.
- The key vacuuming improvement is a new sealing system iRobot is calling SealForce that takes vacuuming "to a leve … Read the full story at The Verge.
The story
iRobot has announced a new flagship robot vacuum, which it will showcase at IFA in Berlin this week, the company's first big tech trade show in years. The Roomba maker will be exhibiting under its new owner, Picea Robotics, the contract manufacturer that purchased the once-troubled American robotics company out of bankruptcy in January.
The $1,199 Roomba Max 875 Combo is the company's newest top-of-the-line robot vacuum and mop, and it debuts alongside the $899 Roomba Plus 678 Combo. Both models are available now at irobot.com.
The key vacuuming improvement is a new sealing system iRobot is calling SealForce that takes vacuuming "to a leve …
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- • iRobot launched the Roomba Max 875 Combo for $1,199 featuring SealForce technology.
- • Picea Robotics acquired iRobot out of bankruptcy in January 2026.
- • The new flagship focuses on high-power suction and heated-mist mopping.
iRobot faced significant financial instability and debt leading to a Chapter 11 restructuring. Picea Robotics now controls the brand to attempt a market revival.
Christian Perspective
The shift toward high-cost, automated domestic technology reflects a move away from manual stewardship of the home. While efficiency is useful, the reliance on complex machines can erode the traditional value of diligent household labor.
Implications
Increased automation in the home can further isolate individuals from the physical realities of maintaining a household. This trend supports a lifestyle of convenience that often prioritizes luxury over the discipline required to build a strong, grounded family unit.
Broader Trends
The transition of American brands to foreign-owned contract manufacturers like Picea Robotics highlights the erosion of domestic industrial independence. This pattern of outsourcing manufacturing and ownership undermines American economic sovereignty and national strength.
Takeaway
Prioritize supporting companies that maintain American ownership and manufacturing to strengthen the nation. Avoid excessive reliance on high-cost gadgets that promote a culture of idle convenience. Focus on building a home through active stewardship rather than mere consumption.
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