This advanced camera-based system allows Matic to navigate with precision, avoid obstacles and effectively clean confined spaces. In particular, Matic features voice control, independent dirt detection and individual cleaning settings, respecting the user’s privacy as it works without an internet connection.

Developed over six years by co-founders Mehul Nariyawala and Navneet Dalal, who previously worked on projects such as Nest Cam IQ and Google’s Nest Hello smart doorbell, Matic has the unique ability to create 3D maps of its surroundings, acting like a robot. allows navigation. wheeled drone

The robot uses cameras and neural networks to enable human-like perception and self-learning, facilitating image recognition, decision making and 3D mapping.

Matic’s appearance differs from the traditional design of round robot vacuum cleaners: a squat white body with protruding wheels and a retractable nozzle reminiscent of the beloved character Wall-E from the cartoon of the same name.

What can a vacuum cleaner with artificial intelligence do?

• Matic offers both wet and dry cleaning and seamlessly switches between cleaning modes using machine vision to recognize different floor types.
• It is equipped with two large front wheels for easy movement on high-pile carpets and in transitions between rooms. The nozzle used to clean the floor is a self-cleaning roller mop.
• The creators emphasize that the AI-based obstacle avoidance system allows Matic to distinguish between garbage and other objects, such as children’s toys, ensuring safe navigation.
• Additionally, Matic offers gesture control via built-in speakers and microphones, allowing users to issue voice commands to perform specific cleaning tasks.
• The robot has the ability to independently detect areas that need cleaning and gradually adapt to the user’s preferences by starting cleaning sessions at specific time intervals.
• Matic simplifies maintenance with its built-in 600 ml water tank and disposable 1 liter waste bag.
• The robot automatically notifies the user when the garbage container is full, simplifying the garbage disposal process.
• The vacuum cleaner collects both liquid and dirty waste in a single bag that can absorb liquid.
• The cleaning process is impressively quiet, with a noise level of less than 55 dB, providing cleaning efficiency comparable to full-size vacuum cleaners.

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One of the key advantages of Matic is that it focuses on privacy and ensures that the user’s data remains safe, as it works without an internet connection. This sets it apart from many existing robot vacuum cleaners that rely on cloud services for mapping, but limits its integration with popular smart home systems like Amazon Alexa or Google Home. However, developers are actively exploring the possibility of integrating the Matter smart home standard to increase compatibility with various platforms and devices.

Matic is available for pre-order at a discounted price 1495 dollarsand normal price 1795 dollars. Offering consumers an innovative, privacy-focused home cleaning solution, deliveries are scheduled to begin in March 2024.