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Roborock Saros 10 robotic vacuum cleaner review

The Roborock Saros 10 robotic vacuum cleaner is the premium product from the company that just launched in Ireland recently however there is cheaper models avaiable which is great for the consumer giving them choice and a product for their needs which is something I like.

If you want to keep your floors clean this includes those who have pets this is the machine you need full stop and it worked perfeclty during my testing and there was lots to test on this.

The unit itself is an average size compared to other vacuums we have tested here and fits nicely in any spot in your room once set up as you will see in the full hands-on demo below it is simpe to use. It also looks like a premium device and that it is with what it can do.

The Roborock app is excellent one of the best I have used for such a product in along time and once set up the vacuum leaves its docks scans the rooms and comes back and is ready to rock. There is some buttons on the vacuum itself but I think you will find there is no need to only for setting up.

The navigation process is fun to watch this can go onto multiple levels like carpets or door dividers for example and it avoid obsticles with great accuarcy in the video below you will see it put to the test and watch it not touch a press door or anything it is super precise in what it does.

There is also a built in camera that can be used at home or remotley with the ability to speak through it and this is excellent and could also be used to keep an eye on things should you wish the speaker is crystal clear and the video feedback very clear with little buffering, this may depend on your internet connection and time of day.

There is also a remote control on board which is fun to you so if you are bored you can clean the entire house yourself with your mobile phone which defeats the purpose but it is great to have and I love it and we need to see more of this, recently I done a garden mower with the same feature.

There is two brushes underneath a cloth base and arm and of course a big brush all these work well in tandem and give good results after putting dirt on the floor, with some vacuums the main sweeper brush tended to push dirt away but not with the Saros 10 it picked up and cleaned everything.

Check out the video below for a proper look and what the Roborock Saros 10 can do you will be impressed and to date the best robotic vacuum I have tried, it might seem expensive for some but this is worthy of the expense and the company taking things to a new level.

The Roborock App

 

Features

Designed to redefine what a premium robot vacuum can be, Saros 10 combines ultra-slim engineering, powerful suction, intelligent navigation, and advanced dock automation. With industry-leading obstacle handling, precision mopping, and one of the quietest cleaning performances Roborock has ever achieved, Saros 10 delivers a truly next-level, hands-free cleaning experience.

Ultra-Thin 7.98cm Design with RetractSense™ Navigation

The RetractSense™ Navigation System lowers the LDS sensor to pass through low-clearance spaces and raises it again in open areas, enabling the slimmest Roborock design yet at just 7.98cm. Built for durability, this system is rated for tens of thousands of cycles and thousands of testing hours.

Advanced LiDAR Vision & Smart Height Detection

A wide-angle vision module ensures the LDS sensor maintains a broad field of view even when retracted, preventing mapping loss in tight spaces. The upward range finder and top contact sensor intelligently measure clearance height in real time, helping Saros 10 avoid forced entry and reduce the risk of surface scratches.

AdaptiLift™ Chassis for Barrier Crossing

Featuring the industry-first AdaptiLift™ Chassis, Saros 10 can overcome thresholds up to 4cm high. By lifting its omni wheels and drive wheels, the robot automatically adapts its crossing strategy, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted cleaning across doorways and uneven surfaces.

Chassis Lifting for High-Pile Carpets

When cleaning high-pile carpets, Saros 10 elevates its chassis by up to 10mm to reduce suction port blockages caused by long fibres. This feature can be enabled via the Roborock App for optimal performance.

DuoDivide® Dual Anti-Tangle Brush System

The DuoDivide® main brush transports collected hair to the centre inlet, where a differential brush speed strips and separates bundled hair before powerful suction removes it. Paired with the FlexiArm Riser side brush, the system achieves a 0% hair tangling rate, even in pet-heavy environments.

FlexiArm Riser Side Brush for Complete Edge Cleaning

The asymmetrical spiral side brush uses centrifugal force to direct debris toward the suction inlet, while a soft rubber baffle prevents hair from wrapping. Longer bristles increase coverage, and the brush automatically retracts after lifting to avoid furniture collisions.

22,000Pa HyperForce® Suction

Delivering up to 22,000Pa of HyperForce® suction power, Saros 10 provides exceptional debris pickup and achieves a 100% hair removal rate on carpets under test conditions.

VibraRise® 4.0 Mopping System

The VibraRise® 4.0 mopping system features a denser, more absorbent mop with dual sonic vibration zones operating up to 4,000 vibrations per minute. With up to 8N downward pressure and a 26% larger vibration area, it delivers superior stain removal on hard floors.

Automatic Mop Detaching & Independent Side Mop Lifting

In modes where mopping is not needed, such as Vacuum Only or Vacuum Carpets First, the vibrating mop automatically detaches to keep carpets dry. The edge mop can also lift independently, lowering only when detected near edges to deliver precise edge-cleaning performance.

Reactive AI 3.0 Obstacle Recognition

Saros 10 combines triple structured light, an RGB camera, and VertiBeam™ lateral structured light to recognise obstacles with minimal blind spots. Millisecond-level response and precise side-distance measurement allow the robot to clean close to objects while maintaining excellent obstacle avoidance.

RockDock® Ultra 2.0 – Fully Automated Maintenance

The RockDock® Ultra 2.0 handles automatic mop washing with dynamic water temperatures up to 80°C, auto mop detaching, heated air drying up to 60°C, auto dust emptying, detergent dispensing, tank refilling, and dock self-cleaning. The dock also charges a 6,400mAh battery in as little as 150 minutes.

SmartPlan® 2.0 & Quiet Cleaning

SmartPlan® 2.0 adapts cleaning strategies based on room type and usage history. During Do-Not-Disturb periods, Saros 10 lowers power and noise to deliver one of the quietest Roborock cleaning experiences, with performance as low as 52 dB(A) in Quiet Mopping Mode.

Advanced App, Smart Home & Pet-Friendly Features

Control everything through the Roborock App with support for Matter, Apple Home (via OTA), Google Home, and Amazon Alexa. Pet-friendly features include automatic pet recognition, quiet cleaning, real-time video calls, pet snapshots, and intelligent pet search functionality.

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Meet Shark ChillPill The Only 3-in-1 Personal Cooling System

SharkNinja, Inc. a global product design and technology company, announced the launch of Shark® ChillPill™, the only 3-in-1 personal cooling system designed to help you keep you cool, inside and out, whenever life heats up. ChillPill™ combines a high‑speed bladeless fan that accelerates air up to 25 feet per second*, a refreshing indoor-outdoor dry‑touch evaporative mister, and a cryo-inspired InstaChill™ direct‑contact cooling plate that lowers skin temperature by up to 16°F in seconds** for customizable cooling and instant relief.

Meet Shark® ChillPill™ — The Only 3-in-1 Personal Cooling System

While interest in portable fans has surged over the past decade1, consumers have been left with basic handheld options that break easily and offer little more than warm air circulation or dampness. Reimagining personal cooling, ChillPill™ creates an entirely new category of cool — designed for both the heat you expect and the heat you don’t.

A fashion-forward must-have that elevates any look, ChillPill™ keeps you cool in style. From sun-soaked beach days and outdoor concerts to crowded theme parks, summer travel, overheated commutes, getting ready under pressure, and packed sidelines, ChillPill™ delivers powerful, targeted relief whenever the heat rises. Indoors or on the move, it’s there for the stressful moments, the backseat of a bumpy car ride, heat that catches you off guard, and anytime you need instant cooling. Just click, twist into place, and chill.

“Personal cooling hasn’t evolved with the way people actually live,” said Neil Shah, Chief Commercial Officer at SharkNinja. “People have been stuck with underpowered handheld fans that deliver minimal relief and lack thoughtful design. That wasn’t good enough for us. We listened to our consumers and saw an opportunity to do more than improve the fan; we set out to reinvent personal cooling altogether.”

Capitalizing on deep expertise across Shark Home and Beauty, ChillPill™ pairs Shark’s category‑leading fan engineering with cryo‑inspired cooling innovations developed within Shark to actively help cool the body rather than just circulating air.

ChillPill™ comes with three interchangeable cooling attachments:

  • Powerful airflow delivers fast, cooling relief, with a high‑speed, bladeless fan that accelerates air up to 25 feet per second* with 10 adjustable speeds.
  • Indoor-outdoor evaporative dry-touch mist refreshes skin without leaving it wet, with continuous or interval misting options and up to 10 minutes of mist per tank fill.
  • InstaChill™ cooling plate delivers instant, contact‑based relief, lowering skin temperature by up to 16°F in seconds**.

“ChillPill™ is not just a fan,” Shah added. “It’s the first and only 3‑in‑1 personal cooling system that combines a high‑speed fan, dry‑touch mister, and a cryo‑cooling plate into a wearable design that fits seamlessly into everyday life. This is the epitome of Shark performance intentionally designed for comfort whenever and wherever you need it.”

ChillPill™ can be worn, clipped on, or twisted to set on a tabletop—whatever works best in the moment. With up to 11 hours of battery life on low speeds, or 1.5 hours at maximum airflow, it’s built to keep you comfortable throughout the day. It’s available in Carbon (Charcoal), Dragonfruit (Pink), Glacier (Blue), Haze (Purple), Iced Latte (Golden Brown), Matcha (Green), and Rose Gold, with a design that’s easy to wear. Optional accessories like a clamp for a bike or stroller, cross‑body and wrist straps, protective cases, and a non‑slip sleeve make it even easier to work into your daily routine.

Available today for $149.99, ChillPill™ launches exclusively on Amazon.com and will be coming to SharkNinja.com and other retailers starting on March 11. For more information or to purchase, visit SharkNinja.com.

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Hosting Holidays Stress-Free: Pre-Party Prep and Post-Party Cleanup

There is a specific kind of anxiety reserved for anyone who has ever hosted a dinner party or a holiday gathering. It starts about four hours before the guests arrive. You are trying to marinate the roast, arrange the flowers, and shower—all at the same time. Then, you look down.

The floor is dusty. There are dog hair tumbleweeds in the hallway. The kitchen tiles have flour on them.

In that moment, you have a choice: Do you spend 45 minutes sweating over a broom and mop, or do you ignore it and hope the lighting is dim enough?

For the modern host, this dilemma is obsolete. The art of stress-free entertaining isn’t about lowering your standards; it’s about delegating the labor. By utilizing a “Two-Phase” cleaning strategy, you can ensure your home is pristine before the doorbell rings and effortlessly restored after the last guest leaves.

This strategy relies on two distinct tools: a vacuum and mop combo for the preparation, and a powerful wet/dry system for the recovery.

Phase 1: The “Invisible” Prep Team

The hours leading up to a party are precious. Every minute spent cleaning floors is a minute taken away from food preparation or your own relaxation. This is where automation becomes your best co-host.

The goal of pre-party cleaning is “Visual Perfection.” You want the floors to shine, the carpets to have those fresh vacuum lines, and the dust bunnies to be banished. However, you do not need to do this yourself.

By deploying a robot vacuum and mop in the morning, you delegate the most physically demanding part of the prep. While you are at the grocery store or prepping ingredients, the robot is systematically navigating your home.

A high-quality combo unit is essential here because it handles dual tasks. It vacuums the high-traffic areas where guests will congregate—the living room, the dining room, the entryway—while simultaneously damp-mopping the hard floors to remove fine dust and footprints.

When you walk into the kitchen to start cooking, the floors are already done. You haven’t lifted a finger. The air feels fresher because the dust has been removed, not stirred up. This psychological win cannot be overstated; starting your evening with a clean slate sets the tone for a relaxed, confident host.

Phase 2: The “Chaos” of the Event

Parties are messy. That is the sign of a good time. People track in dirt from outside. Appetizers get dropped. Drinks get spilled.

In the past, a spilled glass of red wine on a hard floor was a “stop the music” emergency. The host would rush out with paper towels and spray bottles, scrubbing on their hands and knees while guests watched awkwardly.

With the right tools waiting in the wings, you can adopt a more relaxed attitude. You know that no matter what hits the floor—gravy, wine, dip, or mud—you have a solution that doesn’t involve a roll of paper towels.

Phase 3: The Morning After Recovery

The real challenge of hosting isn’t the preparation; it’s the aftermath.

The “Morning After” is usually grim. You wake up to sticky floors. There are crumbs embedded in the rug. The kitchen floor is a map of last night’s cooking spills—droplets of sauce, sticky cocktail residue, and whatever the dog tracked in.

A standard vacuum is dangerous here. If you suck up wet food or sticky liquid, you will ruin the motor and make the canister moldy. A robot is also not the right tool for this level of grime; it is designed for maintenance, not disaster recovery.

This is the domain of the wet dry vac. This device is the ultimate “reset button” for your home.

Unlike a mop, which would just smear the sticky residue around, a wet/dry vacuum washes the floor with fresh water and high-speed scrubbing. It literally eats the mess.

Imagine the post-party kitchen floor:

  1. Solid Debris: Crushed chips, dropped vegetables, breadcrumbs.
  2. Liquid Mess: Dried wine spots, sticky soda, water spills.

With a wet/dry unit, you do not need to sweep first. You simply turn it on and walk forward. It vacuums the solids and washes the liquids in a single pass. The dirty water is extracted instantly, leaving the floor dry and streak-free.

You can clean the entire party zone—kitchen, dining, and living area—in roughly 15 minutes. It transforms a task that usually takes all Sunday morning into a quick, satisfying chore.

The Host’s Secret Weapon

The difference between a stressed host and a gracious one often comes down to logistics.

If you are worried about the cleaning, you cannot enjoy the company. By automating the prep with a robot, you buy yourself time. By securing the cleanup with a wet/dry vacuum, you buy yourself peace of mind.

You no longer have to fear the “red wine spill” or the “muddy shoes.” You know that your home system can handle it. This allows you to focus on what actually matters: the conversation, the food, and the memories.

Ultimately, these tools don’t just clean your floors; they protect your weekends. They ensure that hosting a party doesn’t mean sacrificing your Sunday to the mop bucket.

VR Headsets May Make Dry Eye Less Likely

Virtual reality (VR) use is often linked to reduced blinking, raising concerns about dry eye. This study examined the ocular surface during a 30-minute VR gaming session using a compact imaging system to observe the tear film in real time. Over the session, the tear film’s lipid-layer interference grade increased, indicating thickening of the lipid layer. Under these experimental conditions, this change may be associated with a lower likelihood of dry eye during VR use.

Virtual reality (VR) gaming has gained significant attention in recent years, with an increasing number of users integrating VR and immersive headsets into their daily lives. These devices provide highly immersive visuals, creating a strong sense of presence and disconnection from the real world even playing games like 2up.io crypto casino, However, concerns have been raised about the effects of prolonged VR use—especially at short viewing distances—on eye health and its potential link to dry eye disease, an ocular condition characterized by tear film instability.

The tear film is a dynamic, multilayered system composed of lipid and aqueous layers that work together to protect and lubricate the eye. Excessive exposure to visual display systems can disrupt this balance, causing tear film instability, leading to discomfort in the eye. While previous studies have examined tear film stability before and after VR headset use, real-time changes in tear film behavior during VR headset use have remained unexplored.

To address this issue, Associate Professor Yoshiro Okazaki from Waseda University, Japan, and Visiting Professor Dr. Norihiko Yokoi from the Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Japan, designed a novel method using VR headsets with an ultra-compact camera for real-time observation of tear film dynamics. Their article, published in Volume 15 of Scientific Reports on September 26, 2025, offers the first real-time data on how tear film dynamics change over the duration of a VR session. “In a digital world where many people worry about eye comfort, we were motivated by the lack of real-time data on what happens to the tear film during VR use,” says Okazaki.

The researchers designed a VR headset with an integrated ultra-compact camera system that allowed noninvasive observation of the tear film during a VR session. 14 healthy participants played a VR game for 30 minutes while the built-in camera monitored changes in their tear film lipid layer interference pattern at baseline and every five minutes during brief pauses.

As the gameplay progressed, researchers noted a significant increase in the interference grade of the tear film lipid layer, consistent with its thickening. Additionally, the corneal and upper eyelid temperatures increased significantly after the VR session. These findings suggest that the periocular warming inside the headset may have led to the thickening of the tear film lipid layer. A previous study has demonstrated that an increase in lipid-layer thickness, induced by elevated temperature, is associated with enhanced tear film stability. Therefore, it is essential that the present study elucidates whether similar stabilization of the tear film occurs under the experimental conditions employed.

According to Okazaki, “While not intended as a health claim, our findings provide insights into how the thermal environment inside VR headsets may influence tear film behavior.” He further notes, “This is useful not just for the users but also for the headset designers who are involved in developing future VR systems.”

However, the study’s observations were limited to healthy participants, leaving open questions about whether similar results would be seen in individuals with dry eye disease or meibomian gland dysfunction. The study also did not include a non-headset control group. Okazaki notes that they plan to expand the research to include clinical populations and appropriate controls.

For now, these findings provide valuable early insights for both VR users and developers. While the study does not address treatment or preventive strategies, the results may inform future headset design and usage considerations related to eye comfort and health.

Dreame Introduces All-New H14 Pro Wet and Dry Vacuum

Dreame Technology, a pioneer of innovative household appliances announces the launch of the all-new H14 Pro wet and dry vacuum.

Continuously adapting to consumers’ evolving needs, Dreame’s latest launch leverages its unique technology and is designed to empower people to live a better life. With up to 180° Lie-Flat Reach, liquid separation motor, and smart cleaning solution distribution, the H14 Pro offers customers an enhanced cleaning experience.

“We are bringing our 180° Lie-Flat Reach technology to the floor care market by introducing the H14 Pro, an all-arounder cordless vacuum with modern style, unparalleled cleaning performance, and innovative cleaning features,” said Sean Chen, Dreame’s General Manager of the South and West Europe Region. “The brand is devoted to R&D with an understanding of the ever-changing practical needs of the users, and our latest product introduction is a continuation of our commitment to empower people’s lives with Dreame.”

All-Arounder for an Unparalleled Cleaning Performance

The H14 Pro is the perfect solution for cleaning large areas. Thanks to its improved battery capacity (6 x 5,000 mAh), it has an impressive running time of 40 minutes, which allows large living spaces of up to 300m² to be cleaned without interruptions. The H14 Pro also comes with a generous 880ml water tank.

With its 180-degree flat design, the H14 Pro offers enhanced manoeuvrability, allowing easy cleaning under furniture and around tight corners. This stick vacuum can compress to a height of 14cm (8.5cm with the brush head) and boasts an impressive suction power of 18,000Pa, effortlessly removing even large particles.

The innovative Liquid Separation Motor™ ensures powerful cleaning, even when the vacuum is parallel to the floor, and prevents the backflow of used water for smooth operations during intensive cleaning sessions. Powered by a high-speed motor (14,000 RPM), the brush rotates an incredible 520 times per minute during wet vacuuming. This speed ensures that the floor is thoroughly cleaned and streak-free.

In addition, its dual edge cleaning function means the brush head penetrates deep into corners and along the baseboard, combating dirt and deposits. This design can be used to clean the edges of the walls and corners to give hard floors a spectacular shine.

Effortless and Effective Cleaning with the H14 Pro

The H14 Pro utilises 60°C hot water to remove stubborn liquids in as little as five minutes. The dual-rotating brush prevents hair tangles and keeps the brush cover clean, which after washing, uses 60°C hot air to dry the brush, minimising the chance of odours and bacteria.

There are two drying modes that users can choose between. In super-speed mode, the brush dries within five minutes and is then ready for use again. Alternatively, there is a quiet mode for users who prefer a more relaxing atmosphere while cleaning, drying the brush at lowered decibel levels within an hour.

Unlock a World of Personalised Control

Users can customise their cleaning via the Dreamehome app in which they can adjust the output of the cleaning solution, the suction power, and the water flow according to their preferences. Users will also be notified about upcoming maintenance. Additionally, the H14 Pro has an LED display, voice control and LED lighting in the brush head to make dust and dirt more visible.

Prices and Availability

The H14 Pro will be available via the Dreame UK Store on 30 September 2024 and Amazon from 10 October 2024, with a retail price of £599.

Dyson Airstrait now available in the UK and Ireland

The eagerly anticipated wait of Dyson’s latest haircare innovation is finally over… Airstrait is HERE and available to purchase in the UK and Ireland from today the 5th of February 2024.

After revolutionising the haircare industry in 2016 with the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer, Dyson are proud to launch this unique addition to their haircare family in the UK and Ireland.

Fuelled by the desire to improve everyday technology, the Dyson Airstrait straightener is a wet to dry straightening tool with air. No hot plates. No heat damage. With its cutting-edge technology and sleek design, this sought after hair tool is a must-have one of a kind that is set to change the game in haircare. 

So, what are you waiting for, get your hands on the latest Dyson hair care innovation now!

Fueled by the desire to improve everyday technology, James Dyson has announced the European launch of the Dyson Airstrait™ straightener – wet to dry straightening with air. No hot plates. No heat damage.

Dyson Airstrait

Engineered for multiple hair types, stylers can achieve a natural straight style, with body and movement, whilst maintaining the strengthand healthy look and feel of their hair. The hair tress is contained by two arms, from which a precisely angled high-pressure blade of air is forced downwards and into the hair, both simultaneously drying and straight styling, with one machine. 

“Having a strong understanding of how to manipulate and realise the potential of powerful airflow is fundamental to the performance of the Dyson Airstrait™ straightener. This expertise, which we’ve gained over the last 25 years, is what has enabled us to deliver our first wet to dry straightener, with no hot plates, and no heat damage. Delivering the ease-of-use that people love about straighteners but with high-velocity air blades, saves time, maintains hair strength and achieves an everyday natural straight style.” James Dyson, Founder and Chief Engineer.

Airflow. Precision air jets.

Along the arms of the machine are two 1.5mm apertures. Airflow is accelerated through these apertures, creating two high-velocity downward blades of air. Projected at a 45° angle, they converge to form one focused jet of air, creating the downward force to straighten hair as it dries, with control. This directional airflow helps align the hair strands for a smooth and shiny finish.

The science behind styling

Dyson has been researching into the science of style for over a decade and is investing half a billion GBP to expand and accelerate research and technology development across the beauty category. Our engineers have studied in detail everything from the structure of hair to airflow dynamics whilst understanding thermal, mechanical and chemical damage – and the subsequent effects on hair health.  

To change your hair style, hydrogen bonds within each hair strand must be broken and reset to hold a new shape. This can be done with heat or moisture. Styling with powerful airflow from wet, results in less need for high heat, creating less frizz and flyaways and protects natural shine. 

When hair is wet, water naturally weakens these bonds. In this state, the bonds are more elastic and can be reset as hair dries, without using extreme temperatures. By using the optimum level of heat and controlled airflow, we’ve found a way to style hair with less damage.  Styling with air allows for the creation of straight styles whilst maintaining volume and movement. Once hair is dry and aligned, the bonds are reset in different ways, locking the new style in place.

Dyson Hyperdymium™ motor

The Dyson Airstrait straightener is powered by the Hyperdymium motor – specifically engineered to be at the heart of Dyson’s Hair Care technologies. It is small, light and powerful enough to generate the airflow needed to dry and straighten hair simultaneously, from wet. A 13-blade impeller spins up to 106,000rpm, propelling over 11.9 litres of air through the machine per second. This generates up to 3.5kPa of air pressure, enough to straighten hair as it dries. At 27mm, the motor is small enough to fit in the handle – with no sacrifice on power.

Intelligent Heat Control

Like the rest of the Dyson hair care range, the Dyson Airstrait straightener features intelligent heat control. Glass bead thermistors measure the temperature of the airflow 30 times per second to prevent heat damage and protect hair’s natural shine. This data is sent to the microprocessor which regulates the heating element, ensuring airflow doesn’t exceed the temperature required.

 

Two styling modes. Temperature control.

The Dyson Airstrait™ straightener has ‘Wet’ and ‘Dry’ styling modes, and a ‘Cool’ mode to set the style. The ‘Wet’ and ‘Dry’ modes are pre-set with the specific heat and airflow combination for the best results. In ‘Wet’ mode, choose among three heat settings of 80°C (175°F), 110°C (230°F), and 140°C (285°F). In ‘Dry’ mode, choose between 120°C (250°F) or 140°C (285°F) or a top up “boost”. For airflow control, there are two speed settings, low flow and high flow, as well as a cold shot and root drying mode.

The Dyson Airstrait straightener will be launched in the UK and Ireland in February 2024, and is priced at £449.99/ €499.99 available from Dyson Demo Stores and www.dyson.ie