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's understated new fleet of Roombas nails what I actually want from a robot vacuum
While other brands are busy attaching arms to their robovacs, iRobot's understated innovations are more genuinely useful.
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.
iRobot launches new Roomba robot vacuum series – but there’s a very big catch
Robot has announced its new range of Roomba robot vacuum cleaners. Featuring four new models, the new iRobot Roomba series marks the first time that the brand has introduced LiDAR navigation. Pre-orders are expected to open on 18th March,
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,
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 ...
Get the iRobot Roomba (Q0120) for under $200
As of March 14, you can get the iRobot Roomba (Q0120) for just $129.99, down from $249.99, at Amazon. That's a 48% discount ...
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Roomba's New Entry-Level Robot Vacs Have 3 Premium Features, Upcharge Not Included
Robot 2025 lineup brings formerly high-end features to its entry-level and midrange models. Here's what's new.
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 ...
Leave spring cleaning to the robots with 48% off the iRobot Roomba
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Roomba-Maker Warns Investors It Could Die, Stock Craters
Robot’s stock fell as much as 40% early Wednesday after the maker of robot vacuums told investors that it has “” Sales were ...
iRobot just launched four new Roomba models to reimagine its entire product line
iRobot has been known as a robot vacuum standard since its launch over 20 years ago. Today the company announced a complete ...
iRobot launches eight new Roombas and finally adds lidar mapping
After a tumultuous 2024, in which iRobot lost its founder and CEO, Colin Angle, Amazon abandoned its acquisition plans, and ...
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 says there is “substantial doubt” about it as a “going concern”
Robotics firm iRobot, originator of the robotic vacuum Roomba, which now faces stiff competition from lower-priced ...
End Of The Line For Roomba? Failed Amazon Deal Leaves iRobot Fighting For Survival
Despite its status as a household name in automated vacuum cleaning, Roomba faces an uncertain future after its parent ...