Samsung's new robot vacuum uses lidar and artificial intelligence to navigate itself through your home like a germ-repelling Tesla.
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The JetBot 90 AI+, unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show Monday, can automatically empty its trash and even keep an eye on pets. The bot uses an object-recognition algorithm to attempt to identify objects and map out the safest, most efficient route. The vacuum is one of several smart home devices Samsung unveiled at the show today.
AI is “about being more personal and more predictive,” said Sebastian Seung, head of Samsung Research, during Monday’s virtual press conference. “It’s about benefiting you every day by being a core part of the products and services you enjoy. AI is a transformational technology. When AI is involved, it creates something entirely new.”
To navigate your home, the JetBot uses the same type of laser-based lidar that’s used on some self-navigating cars. It also comes with a video camera. When it’s done cleaning, the JetBot automatically returns to its home base, where it empties the collected dirt, dust, and hair into a bag.
