iRobot, Roomba and Amazon

Roomba creator iRobot was once courted by Amazon for a vacuum revolution. Now, it might go out of business
Robot became synonymous with home robots when it introduced the Roomba vacuum over 20 years ago, eventually selling 50 million models and becoming an acquisition target for Amazon. But the company gave investors a stark warning Wednesday,
iRobot launches new Roomba robot vacuum series – but there’s a very big catch
Robot has just announced four new robot vacuum cleaners to its Roomba collection. The line-up marks the first time that iRobot has introduced LiDAR navigation, and it’s added rotating discs to a selection of the new models – but with news that iRobot could shut down soon,
Roomba Maker IRobot, Once Amazon's Takeover Target, Flags Going Concern Risk
Roomba vacuum cleaner maker iRobot, a former $1.4 billion buyout target of Amazon.com, raised concerns on Wednesday about its ability to stay in business. Shares of the company fell more than 30% in afternoon trading,
Roomba vacuum maker iRobot warns it may go bust, sending stock down 30%
After its latest financial figures were worse than forecast, the company said there’s “substantial doubt” it can survive another 12 months.
No More Roomba? iRobot Warns That Its Business Might Not Survive
Mounting losses and declining revenue following the collapse of an Amazon acquisition 'raise substantial doubt about [iRobot's] ability to continue,' the company tells investors.
Roomba maker iRobot warns it may go out of business, sending shares plunging
The loss-making company was once valued at $3.56 billion in 2021, driven by pandemic-fueled demand. It is now worth less than $200 million.
Roomba, the Original Robot Vacuum, Is on the Verge of Going Broke
"As we move ahead, we will continue to take decisive action to reclaim our position as the industry leader and build on iRobot's strong foundation centered around our globally recognized, iconic brand,
Roombas are making a comeback, with iRobot’s biggest ever launch
This year has been huge for robot vacuums, with new and upcoming models from Dreame, Eureka, and Roborock now clambering over obstacles, targeting water spills and even picking up your socks, all in the name of more effective,
Roomba maker says 'substantial doubt' about future of company
Robot, the firm behind the well-known Roomba vacuums, has issued a warning of “substantial doubt" about the future of the ...
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If iRobot goes bust, what happens to your Roomba?
The company is reporting major financial problems and an uncertain future. How did things get this bad for the former robot ...
iRobot is overhauling its robovac range, and for the first time in years I'm excited about a new Roomba
The biggest update to the new Roomba lineup is the introduction of LiDAR. It's remarkable that it's taken iRobot this long to ...
Latest Roomba series of robot vacuums launches with a naming scheme you can finally understand
The naming strategy for iRobot's new Roomba vacuums finally makes sense, and the bots promise an exceptional clean for any ...
The Roomba is getting smarter — iRobot announces 8 new robot vacuums loaded with AI tech, starting at $299
Robot's Roomba has been at the forefront of some of the best robot vacuums and robot mops around, boasting advanced ...
iRobot’s Future in Doubt as Board Explores Options, Including a Potential Sale
A year after Amazon abandoned its plan to purchase iRobot for $1.4 billion, the Roomba-maker warns it may not be able to continue to operate.
iRobot tells investors its future is in doubt
The Roomba manufacturer warns there’s ‘substantial doubt’ about its ability to continue as its stock price keeps sliding.
Why shares of Roomba-maker iRobot just hit an all-time low
iRobot, maker of the Roomba autonomous vacuum, has suffered over the past few years from slumping sales, failed new products, ...
Don’t let your Roomba overflow — here's how to empty it
Check and clean the filter after emptying the bin. Remove the filter from the bin and tap it gently against a trash container ...