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Shareholders accused Meta leaders of damaging the company by allowing repeat violations of Facebook users' privacy.

A non-profit organisation is trying to create more pathways into the sector for working-class people.

The ruling comes after Lee Jae-yong was acquitted of all charges in two earlier trials.

In her first interview since the attack, Co-op's chief executive said she was "incredibly sorry" to customers.

Anyone in the UK wanting to access online porn will soon have to undergo more rigorous age checks.

Some social media users had threatened to delete their accounts after WeTransfer's terms were updated.

A UK company says it is better at reproducing a range of accents compared with US or Chinese rivals.

The move would reverse a US ban on sales of the high-end chip to the world's second largest economy.

The founder of the social media giant said one of the sites would cover an area nearly the size of Manhattan.

The platform will bring in the measures from 14 July to stop under-18s looking at "certain mature content".

Hackers have accessed personal information of potentially 800,000 customers of Flutter Entertainment.

Heat pump makers are ready to raise output, but demand is still sluggish.

As Bitcoin's price goes up once again, here's a guide to some of the crypto market's trickiest terms.

Cabinet minister Heidi Alexander says age checks will not mark the "end of the conversation".

Three men and one woman - aged between 17 and 20 - have been arrested in London and the Midlands.

Anti-hate campaigners say the posts were "irresponsible, dangerous and antisemitic."

Her exit comes at a difficult time for Musk who, in a brief reply, thanked her for her "contributions."

It was "horrible", "stressful" and "isolating" those affected tell BBC News.

Shares in the chip-maker have surged in value as investment in AI continues to gather pace.

An Xbox producer faces a backlash after suggesting AI tools can help to deal wih the emotions that follow job loss.

The company has appealed against the fine handed down earlier this year over alleged anti-competitive behaviour.

Peter Kyle says the Alan Turing Institute should prioritise boosting the UK's AI capabilities.

The Velvet Sundown has racked up hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify - without anyone even being sure if it's real.

After Meta said some Facebook Groups were wrongly suspended, users tell the BBC the impact it is having - and say it's a wider problem.

We take a deep dive into quantum computers, with experts answering listeners' questions.

Exploring some of the latest tech innovations in the world of sport.

Find out about the AI safe driving system that's watching the road ahead, and the driver.

Ione Wells explores the search for Chile's stolen children.

Key decisions will be made this year about how the internet will operate in the future.

What are the advantages of creating a digital mirror of a city – or an entire island?

Illegal mining is a big problem in Ghana. Now tech is being used to combat it.

In China, electric cars accounted for almost half of all car sales last year.

Ione Wells visits the Rubin Observatory in Chile's Atacama Desert.

Protecting your personal data when a company gets into financial difficulty.

Start-up firms and researchers are working on lenses that can change their focus.

Lithuania has a promising space tech sector, but it wants more government support.

In Lithuania and Australia, hungry fly larvae are used to process food waste into useful protein.

The boss of mobile gaming giant Supercell says the industry needs to take bigger risks to compete.

The biggest tech firms are using AI to forecast the weather but is that better than existing models?

Despite the war, Ukraine has developed of the most advanced systems for digital government services.

Light shows involving hundreds and even thousands of drones are becoming big attractions.

The amount carriers now charge for luggage is raising the ire of politicians and consumer groups.

Workers at Reaction Engines felt they were close to completing a revolutionary jet engine.

Billions of dollars of US federal funding for green energy projects hangs in the balance.

Indian start-ups are using local materials and innovative ideas to make useful and affordable products.

Cooling systems that avoid the use of polluting refrigerants are being launched.

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Whole TV shows shot in one long take are made possible by new lightweight cameras.

Giant tyre firms are testing tyres that can survive conditions on the Moon and Mars.

An arctic vault holds digital back-ups of some of humanity's great works of art, history and technology.

Weather influencers can provide useful local information but are also accused of exaggerating conditions.

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Sudoku is a logic-based number puzzle that does not involve arithmetic. Although first published in an American puzzle magazine in 1979, Sudoku gained popularity in Japan in 1986 before becoming an international craze in 2005. The goal is to enter […]

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Netflix says it’s on track to “double” its advertising revenue this year as the company continues ot build out its ad tech platform. The streaming giant shared the news as part of its second-quarter earnings results released on Thursday, which revealed that Netflix raked in $11.08 billion in revenue over the past few months, marking […]

K-Pop Demon Hunters garnered 37 million views following its June debut. Netflix says it’s on track to “double” its advertising revenue this year as the company continues ot build out its ad tech platform. The streaming giant shared the news as part of its second-quarter earnings results released on Thursday, which revealed that Netflix raked in $11.08 billion in revenue over the past few months, marking a 16 percent year-over-year increase. In addition to its earnings report, Netflix also released viewership data for the first half of 2025. Netflix says users watched 95 billion hours on Netflix during this time, with Adolescence topping the chart as the most-watched series with 145 million views, followed by Squid Game seasons 2 and 3. Ms. Rachel, the popular show for toddlers that originated on YouTube, has also made the list, coming in at number seven. Meanwhile, Back in Action was the service’s most-watched movie in the first half of the year, racking up 165 million views, with Straw and The Life List taking the next spots. The animated hit film K-Pop Demon Hunters also hit 37 million views in the weeks since its June release. The streaming service says nearly half of all the viewing for Netflix originals on the list came from titles that debuted in 2023 or before, like Ozark and Orange is the New Black. In its letter to investors, Netflix says its in-house ad tech platform “is foundational” to its advertising strategy, and will allow the service to offer better measurement, improved ad targeting, and new formats. The company first started testing its ad tech platform last year, and it has since rolled out to all markets where Netflix’s ad-supported plan is available. Netflix doesn’t say how it plans to keep its advertising revenue growing, but one way that competitors have chosen is to show people more ads. After forcing ad-supported streaming onto its existing members last year, Amazon Prime Video has since doubled the number of ads it shows during streams, according to a report from Adweek. An HBO Max support page spotted by PCWorld also revealed that it increased ads on the service’s Basic tier. In May, Netflix revealed that its ad-supported tier reaches more than 94 million users. It also teased new ad formats, including ones that appear when you pause what you’re watching. During an earnings call on Thursday, Netflix co-CEO Greg Peters confirmed that the company will roll out interactive ads in the “second half” of 2025. Netflix raised its prices in January, with its ad-supported plan going from $6.99 to $7.99 per month, and its cheapest commercial-free plan increasing from $15.49 to $17.99 per month. The service also started rolling out its big homepage redesign on TV in May, which it says has reached around 50 percent of customers. “Over time, we expect this redesigned experience — along with our new responsive recommendations that update rows of titles in real time — will help our members more easily find shows, movies, live events and games they want to watch and play,” Netflix writes in its letter to investors. As of its April earnings report, Netflix has stopped reporting how many subscribers it adds each quarter. The streamer is instead highlighting other revenue drivers for the business, like advertising.

A company called iStore has issued a recall for its 5,000mAh Magnetic Wireless Power Bank (model IST-09991/W05) because its lithium ion battery can “overheat and ignite while charging,” posing a fire and burn risk. iStore has received three reports of the power banks exploding during charging resulting in a minor burn for one user and […]

Did you buy a power bank from an airport vending machine over the past two years? | Image: iStore A company called iStore has issued a recall for its 5,000mAh Magnetic Wireless Power Bank (model IST-09991/W05) because its lithium ion battery can “overheat and ignite while charging,” posing a fire and burn risk. iStore has received three reports of the power banks exploding during charging resulting in a minor burn for one user and around $15,000 of property damage, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 8,520 of the power banks were sold in the US, plus an additional 6,400 in Canada, through the company’s online store and airport vending machines between February 2023 and May 2025. Pricing varied between $46 and $65. The recalled units can be identified by the iStore logo engraved on the front and the model number printed on the back. Some units may also have the iStore printed above the model number. The magnetic power banks also feature a USB-C port for charging them back up. iStore warns consumers with a recalled unit to stop using the power bank immediately and properly dispose of it after submitting a claim for a refund by emailing two photos to recall@istore.co. One photo should feature the front of the power bank with “recalled” written on it with a permanent marker, and the second should show the model number on the back. A copy of the purchase receipt is also being requested, but is not mandatory to receive a refund. As we’ve recommended before, sticking to reputable and known brands can help reduce the risk of power bank overheating issues. However, brands like Anker or Ugreen aren’t yet household names, and most consumers will probably assume that a power bank sold in an airport vending machine will be from a reputable company. Thousands of these power banks were purchased and potentially used on flights. Although the number of passengers who charged them while in the air was potentially low, there’s good reason to be especially alarmed by this recall given the history with battery fires on planes.

We saw a ton of great Apple deals during Prime Day, most of which have disappeared. It’s okay if you missed out, though, as some of our favorite deals like the M2 MacBook Air have either stuck around or have returned, like the low price on Apple’s entry-level AirPods 4. Right now, you can pick […]

We saw a ton of great Apple deals during Prime Day, most of which have disappeared. It’s okay if you missed out, though, as some of our favorite deals like the M2 MacBook Air have either stuck around or have returned, like the low price on Apple’s entry-level AirPods 4. Right now, you can pick up a pair for just $89.99 ($40 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart, which is $1 shy of their all-time best price. Alternatively, you can buy the model with active noise cancellation for $119.99 ($60 off) at Amazon and Walmart, which is also $1 shy of matching the Prime Day price. Regardless of which version of the AirPods 4 you purchase, these earbuds deliver more bass-rich sound than their respective predecessors. They also boast the new Voice Isolation feature, which improves voice calls by noticeably reducing background noise while making your voice sound clearer. With an upgraded IP54 water and dust resistance rating, the AirPods 4 are also now as suitable for outdoor adventures as they are for sweaty gym sessions. And, as you’d expect, both pair well with the rest of Apple’s ecosystem, so you can automatically switch between your Apple devices, make hands-free Siri voice commands, and more. The active noise cancellation on the pricier AirPods 4 doesn’t drown out noise as effectively as the AirPods Pro, but still works well given the open design of the earbuds. Plus, the higher-end line offers a few other extra features not available for the entry-level pair. For instance, the more expensive AirPods 4 supports wireless charging and offers a transparency mode. And should you misplace them, they’re easier to locate thanks to support for Apple’s Find My app and the fact the case can emit sounds. Read our AirPods 4 review. AirPods 4 Apple’s AirPods 4 are the latest update to its base-model wireless earbuds. The hard plastic buds should have improved audio quality and spatial audio with head tracking for the first time. Read our review. Where to Buy: $129 $89.99 at Amazon $129 $89.99 at Walmart $179 $119.99 at Amazon (with ANC)

The current trend in USB chargers isn’t adding more power or ports, it’s integrating charging cables that disappear when not in use. Anker was one of the first companies to release a charger with a built-in retractable USB-C cable last October, but its latest charger brings the same convenience to the desktop alongside three AC […]

Anker’s latest desktop charger has two USB-C cables that disappear when not in use. | Image: Anker The current trend in USB chargers isn’t adding more power or ports, it’s integrating charging cables that disappear when not in use. Anker was one of the first companies to release a charger with a built-in retractable USB-C cable last October, but its latest charger brings the same convenience to the desktop alongside three AC outlets you won’t need to climb under your desk to access. Nearly a year ago Anker released a desktop charger with a dial on the side that could be used to adjust the power output of its six USB ports, but at $169.99 it was expensive and required you to supply all your own cables. Anker’s new 7-in-1 Nano Charging Station can only charge four devices over USB, but at $89.99 it’s cheaper and potentially more versatile as you can add additional USB ports by plugging other power adapters into the back of it. The Nano Charging Station’s biggest selling point is its pair of 2.3-foot long USB-C cables that retract with a quick pull and keep their connectors securely stored using magnets. They’re joined by an additional USB-C and USB-A port on one side. Another reason this charging station is almost half the price of Anker’s $169.99 option is that it offers less power output. The more expensive option can deliver up to 140W of power to a device, but the Nano maxes out at just 100W when nothing else is plugged in. If you’re charging two devices, the maximum power output drops to between 50W and 88W, depending on which ports are in use. With devices connected to all four USB ports, the maximum power output is just 30W, which isn’t enough for a laptop. To help ensure you don’t find out the hard way your laptop isn’t adequately charging when it suddenly dies, the charging station includes a 1.3-inch LCD display that shows how much power is being delivered to each connected device. Although the promises of a completely wireless world through technologies like Wi-Fi and Qi haven’t quite materialized yet, the recent proliferation of chargers and power banks with retractable cables is a suitable consolation prize while we wait for our truly cordless future to arrive.

A subscription to Peacock is about to cost more. NBCUniversal announced on Thursday that it’s raising the price of its ad-supported Peacock Premium from $7.99 to $10.99 per month, while its ad-free Premium Plus plan will go from $13.99 per month to $16.99 per month. News of the price hike was first reported by Vulture. […]

A subscription to Peacock is about to cost more. NBCUniversal announced on Thursday that it’s raising the price of its ad-supported Peacock Premium from $7.99 to $10.99 per month, while its ad-free Premium Plus plan will go from $13.99 per month to $16.99 per month. News of the price hike was first reported by Vulture. For new customers, the price increase will go into effect on July 23rd. Existing subscribers will see the hike on or after August 22nd, depending on when their next bill is. Peacock’s yearly plans will see similar increases, with Peacock Premium now priced at $109.99 per year (up from $79.99) and Premium Plus costing $169.99 (up from $139.99). Peacock raised its prices by $2 in the lead-up to the 2024 Summer Olympics, an event it will continue to stream for at least another decade. NBCUniversal has filled out Peacock with a growing slate of original content, which includes shows like Poker Face, Love Island, and Dr. Death. It will also air NBA games later this year. Along with the price increase, NBCUniversal also announced that it’s going to test a new ad-supported Peacock “Select” tier for $7.99 per month ($79.99 / year). The plan will offer access to content from NBC and Bravo, as well as some other titles.

Razer's new Pokémon collaboration is a missed opportunity. The four PC gaming peripherals in this lineup are simply reskinned versions of products that already exist, and which cost $20 to $40 more than their all-black counterparts. You really should be getting more for your money here. For example, the themed BlackWidow V4 X keyboard should […]

Razer's new Pokémon collaboration is a missed opportunity. The four PC gaming peripherals in this lineup are simply reskinned versions of products that already exist, and which cost $20 to $40 more than their all-black counterparts. You really should be getting more for your money here. For example, the themed BlackWidow V4 X keyboard should include at least one highly detailed custom keycap (switching out Alt for pokéball designs doesn't cut it). Maybe the Kraken V4 X headset could have included themed pop filters of pokémon silhouettes. I'm just spitballing, which I guess is something that neither Razer nor The Pokémon Company did enough … Read the full story at The Verge.

Today is Donkey Kong Bananza launch day, and what better way to celebrate than with a discount? The Nintendo Switch 2-exclusive game is currently $62.99 ($7 off) at Costco for members. Nintendo games rarely go on sale, even after several months on shelves, so any amount off the retail price is a big win on […]

Today is Donkey Kong Bananza launch day, and what better way to celebrate than with a discount? The Nintendo Switch 2-exclusive game is currently $62.99 ($7 off) at Costco for members. Nintendo games rarely go on sale, even after several months on shelves, so any amount off the retail price is a big win on launch day. If you were on the fence about whether to get the game, let our review assuage any concerns. It rules. The Verge’s Ash Parrish describes it as a “fantastic feast.” The game offers satisfying punching mechanics, creative level design, and the unmistakable polish that most Nintendo games possess. Whereas Mario Kart World was a pretty good launch title, Donkey Kong Bananza is the Switch 2’s first must-have game. Donkey Kong Bananza Where to Buy: $69.99 $62.99 at Costco $69.99 at Best Buy $69 at Walmart More deals to check out The Anker Charging Station (7-in-1, 100W) is a great desk accessory for charging multiple devices, and it’s currently down to $35.99 ($14 off) at Amazon, which is an all-time low price. The charging station offers a maximum output of 100W, allowing you to charge power-hungry devices quickly. There are seven ports in total — three AC outlets on the back, and four USB ports (two USB-C and two USB-A) on the front. In addition, the charging station offers surge protection and a 5-foot built-in cable, giving you flexibility to position it where you want. The CMF Buds Pro with active noise cancellation are down to just $29 ($20 off) at Amazon, the lowest price we’ve seen. The wireless earbuds feature a stem design similar to AirPods, and offer premium features like transparency mode, an adjustable EQ, and up to 6.5 hours of battery life. With microphones inside and outside the earbuds, the ANC feature can suppress noise of up to 45dB, giving you peace and quiet at the coffee shop. Epic Games is hosting a summer sale through July 31st, offering modest discounts on games like Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 for $47.99 ($12 off), Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for $44.99 ($5 off), and Assassin’s Creed Shadows for $52.49 ($17 off). One of the most notable perks of the sale is that each purchase lands you an extra 20 percent back in Epic Rewards using Epic’s payment system through August 31st. You can redeem Epic Rewards on future game purchases or add-ons, though Epic says you can’t use the rewards on subscriptions like Fortnite Crew.

For nearly two years, students at Columbia University have warned that they're being targeted - and put in serious danger - by right-wing Zionist organizations like Canary Mission and Betar US. Canary Mission's goal was initially to "expose" students it deemed antisemitic, ideally in the hopes that they'd be denied jobs and other opportunities. In […]

For nearly two years, students at Columbia University have warned that they're being targeted - and put in serious danger - by right-wing Zionist organizations like Canary Mission and Betar US. Canary Mission's goal was initially to "expose" students it deemed antisemitic, ideally in the hopes that they'd be denied jobs and other opportunities. In the aftermath of October 7th, students who were targeted by Canary Mission and similar groups said they experienced a surge of online harassment that increasingly spilled over into real life. The stakes were raised further upon Donald Trump's reelection. Under Trump's brutal immigration enforcement … Read the full story at The Verge.

I've been using the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 for the past week, and I think I can finally say it: I get folding phones. The Z Fold 7 so slim and so nice to use, that I'm looking at the whole category in a whole new light. It's great timing, because it looks like […]

I’ll take one of these, please. I've been using the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 for the past week, and I think I can finally say it: I get folding phones. The Z Fold 7 so slim and so nice to use, that I'm looking at the whole category in a whole new light. It's great timing, because it looks like phones with two sets of hinges might be on the way. Huawei did it first, of course, but Samsung seems serious about launching its trifold in the near future, and Chinese brand Tecno just teased an enticing-looking concept. And you know what? Bring them on. Don't get me wrong, I love a small phone. I plan to keep my iPhone 13 Mini until it becomes a security hazard. But big phones hav … Read the full story at The Verge.

We’re in an age where you can realistically delegate tasks to smart hunks of metal, whether it’s a self-driving car or a robot that can clean on your behalf. Most of us probably won’t be able to afford the helpful sentient humanoids being developed in our lifetimes, but robot vacuums are an affordable way to […]

Many robot vacuums — including our top pick, the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra — have fallen to their lowest price to date. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge We’re in an age where you can realistically delegate tasks to smart hunks of metal, whether it’s a self-driving car or a robot that can clean on your behalf. Most of us probably won’t be able to afford the helpful sentient humanoids being developed in our lifetimes, but robot vacuums are an affordable way to experience that promised utopia right now. Today’s floor cleaners are also more advanced than ever. In addition to vacuuming, many of the best models can now mop, allowing you to tackle both carpet and hardwood flooring. Some can automatically dispense of their trash and dirty water, too, and clean their own components without intervention. We now even have models that can pick up dirty laundry and purify the air in your home, preventing you from having to lift a finger. The best Roborock deals The best Dreame deals The best SwitchBot deals The best Eufy deals The best Yeedi deals The best Shark deals The best Roomba deals Other robot vacuum deals But if you need something relatively affordable for daily cleaning, you’d be surprised how little you have to pay for premium features. Below, we’ve listed the best deals currently available on a slate of Verge-approved robot vacuums, whether you prefer a budget entry-level model from Yeedi or a top-of-the-line offering from iRobot, Dreame, and more. The best Roborock deals Roborock’s S8 MaxV Ultra, our pick for the best robot vacuum overall, is available from Amazon (for Prime members), Best Buy, and Roborock for $949.99 ($850 off), which is its best price to date. The combination of a 10,000Pa suction power and dual rubber roller brushes makes it a terrific vacuum, one that can easily pick up pet hair and other debris. It can also mop with great efficiency thanks to a sonic mopping system that vibrates the mop pad 4,000 times a minute, allowing it to clean sticky juices, thick condiments, and other common spills. The mop arm can extend to cover corners and baseboard edges, too. The S8 MaxV Ultra’s camera-equipped AI obstacle avoidance makes it the best navigator in Roborock’s lineup and one of the top models overall, though it’s not quite as strong as Roomba’s. The mobile app offers ample options to customize cleaning zones and schedules, and you can use its dedicated voice assistant to start and stop routines. It’s also a Matter-ready robot that’s compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home. Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra With top-notch vacuuming performance, an easy-to-use app, and built-in voice control, the S8 MaxV Ultra is a superb vacuum and good mop. It features Roborock’s best obstacle detection, innovative features like dirt detection, and a hands-free dock that makes it an expensive but excellent choice. Where to Buy: $1799.99 $949.99 at Amazon (with Prime) $1799.99 $949.99 at Best Buy $1799.99 $949.99 at Roborock The Roborock Q8 Max Plus, a cheaper alternative, is currently available from Amazon (with Prime), Roborock, and Lowe’s for $399.99 ($420 off), which matches its all-time low price. It isn’t as powerful or feature-packed as the S8 MaxV Ultra, but it still delivers a solid 5,500Pa of suction power, rendering it good enough for most cleaning tasks. It also handles mopping well, with 30 adjustable water flow levels and a sizable 350ml water tank that allows it to cover larger areas without frequent refills. The robovac can map your home efficiently and avoid most obstacles thanks to built-in lidar navigation, though it lacks a built-in camera for advanced object recognition. Roborock Q8 Max Plus The Roborock Q8 Max Plus offers strong 5,500Pa suction, solid mopping features, and reliable obstacle avoidance. Where to Buy: $819.99 $399.99 at Amazon (with Prime) $819.99 $399.99 at Roborock $819.99 $399.99 at Lowe’s The best Dreame deals The Dreame X40 Ultra is a self-extending mopping robot, and while it’s on the more expensive side, you can pick it up right now for an all-time low of $699.99 ($800 off) at Walmart and Amazon (with Prime). You’re paying a premium for 12,000Pa of suction power and a pair of removable, self-retracting mop pads, which it can automatically clean and dry on its own using the included base. It can also empty its own bin and refill its own water tank. The Dreame X40 Ultra features an extendable side brush and mop pads, too, offering better coverage for baseboards, corners, and the underside of your furniture. It uses a combination of AI-powered cameras and “3D-structured light” (presumably based on lidar technology) to map and navigate rooms, with customizable keep-out zones and more functions available in the app. There’s also a dirt detection system that can identify messier spills and adjust its cleaning routine accordingly. Dreame X40 Ultra With a neat ability to remove and reattach its mop pads, the Dreame X40 solves the problem of vacuuming carpets (with 12,000Pa suction power) while also mopping hard floors. Its mops can also swing out and under low furniture, getting where most bots can’t reach. Where to Buy: $1499.99 $699.99 at Amazon (with Prime) $1499.99 $699.99 at Walmart $1499.99 $899.99 at Dreame The Dreame L20 Ultra is now available for $522.48 (about $378 off) at Walmart and Amazon (with Prime), marking its lowest price to date. The L20 Ultra is an excellent alternative to Dreame’s newer flagship robots, including the X40. It lacks a bit of power in comparison, though its 7,000Pa of suction power is still enough for most cleaning jobs. It also doesn’t have the L40’s tri-cut brush, which makes the step-up model more efficient at picking up pet hair. The only other real advantage the X40 holds over the L20 is its self-extending arms for vacuuming (though the dual mop pads can extend a bit for baseboard and corner coverage), nor does it have dirt detection. The L20 Ultra’s base station is rather large, but it can take care of the entire cleaning process, including emptying the dustbin, emptying and refilling the water tanks, and washing and drying the mop pads. It doesn’t have a heated cleaning function for the mop pads, however. It uses a lidar-based AI-powered navigation system, and you can prompt it to start cleaning by voice using Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands. Dreame L20 Ultra The L20 Ultra is a great all-around bot that can remove its mop pads to vacuum carpet and do the splits with its mops to better clean your baseboards. It has 7,000Pa suction, a bigger base station, and fewer advanced cleaning features than the newer X30 and X40 Ultra models, but it’s still an excellent robot vacuum. Where to Buy: $999.99 $522.48 at Amazon (with Prime) $999.99 $522.48 at Walmart $999.99 $539.99 at Dreame The best SwitchBot deals The SwitchBot S10 is available directly from SwitchBot for an all-time low of $359.99, down from $1,199.99, with coupon code SWPD840. The S10 is one of the most affordable robot vacuum / mop hybrids you can buy, one that can refill its own tank so long as you hook the battery-powered base station into your home’s plumbing. It can also dry its own mop pads and empty its own bin at a separate docking bay, and offers enough capacity to run for up to 90 days without intervention. The S10’s self-cleaning roller mop is more effective than the typical pads we see in most other units, but it’s also limited to a smaller coverage area. It only has a single roller brush for vacuuming, but its respectable 6,500Pa suction can make up for it. And while it has lidar mapping and AI-powered obstacle avoidance, we found it still has a tendency to get stuck on laundry, bath mats, and other obstacles. The S10 is also one of the few robovacs with Matter support, however, which effectively enables native control through Apple Home, Google Home, and Alexa (though said platforms don’t yet fully support robot vacuums). Read our SwitchBot S10 review. SwitchBot S10 The S10 is a great mopping robot with a battery-powered water refill dock that makes it the most hands-free robovac we’ve tested. A separate auto-empty dock takes care of the dust. It’s big and loud and lacks some features found on high-end robots, but it does a great job of keeping your floors clean. Where to Buy: $1199 $359.99 at SwitchBot (with code SWPD840) $1199 $379.99 at Amazon The SwitchBot K10 Plus is available for $179.99 ($220 off) from SwitchBot (with promo code SWPD320), which is $4 shy of its best price to date. At 3.6 inches high and 9.8 inches wide, it’s a more petite option if you want something that can maneuver tighter spaces, which it does to decent success with a lidar-based mapping system that supports digital keep-out zones. It only has 2,500Pa suction, but that should be powerful enough to lift dirt in all but the deepest carpeting. You can also attach disposable mopping pads, though their mopping function doesn’t work well. The K10 Plus comes with a self-emptying dock that can hold a respectable four liters of dirt before it needs emptying. SwitchBot K10 Plus The smallest robot vac on the block, the K10 Plus, doesn’t compare to the other bots here in terms of performance, but if you have a small space where other vacs can’t get to, it’s better than nothing. It’s also very quiet, making it ideal for small spaces like home offices and bedrooms or a very small studio apartment. Where to Buy: $399.99 $179.99 at SwitchBot (with code SWPD320) $399.99 $239.99 at Amazon The best Eufy deals The Eufy X10 Pro Omni — our current pick for the best midrange robot vacuum / mop — is down to $549.99 ($250 off) at Eufy’s online storefront when you use promo code WS24T2351, with Walmart and Amazon matching said deal price. That’s $50 shy of its all-time low. The X10 Pro Omni is a bit of a novelty, at least in comparison to other robovacs in its price range, in that it offers AI-powered obstacle detection, which allows it to deftly navigate cables and other clutter. It also features a slew of functions you’d expect from top-of-the-line models, including 8,000Pa of suction power, speedy lidar-powered mapping, and oscillating dual spinning brushes for mopping. Mind you, none of these features are as effective as they are on more premium models, though the result is an all-in-one bot that punches above its weight. Plus, it has heated mop drying and onboard water reservoir, the latter of which prevents it from having to return to its multifunction auto-empty / wash / fill dock too frequently. Eufy X10 Pro Omni The X10 is a great robovac with excellent AI-powered obstacle detection, powerful oscillating mops, a user-friendly app, and good mapping capabilities. Where to Buy: $799.99 $549.99 at Eufy (with code WS24T2351) $799.99 $549.99 at Amazon (with Prime) $799.99 $549.99 at Walmart (with on-page coupon) Now through July 21st, the Omni S1 Pro is on sale for an all-time low of $699.99 ($600 off) when you purchase it directly from Eufy with offer code WS24T2071111. The S1 Pro is an excellent robovac if you have mostly hardwood floors, with a long 11.4-inch roller mop, a square shape, and dual spinning side brushes that leave floors spotless (it can even reach into corners). What’s more, the S1 Pro is capable of self-washing its own mop with water jets as it cleans, which it can then dry afterward using hot air. It’s also a decent vacuum with 8,000Pa of suction, which is enough power to pick up most debris. Its AI-powered obstacle avoidance system is effective as well, allowing it to navigate around larger objects with relative ease. Eufy Omni S1 Pro The Eufy Omni S1 Pro’s 11.4-inch roller mop does a great job of cleaning up hardwood floors. It self-washes and dries its mop as it works, while doubling as a decent vacuum with 8,000Pa of suction. Where to Buy: $1299.99 $699.99 at Eufy (with code WS24T2071111) $1299.99 $1049.99 at Amazon If you’re looking for a bump-and-roll model that’s relatively budget-friendly, the discontinued Eufy 11S Max is still on sale at Amazon and Walmart for just $159.99 ($120 off). The 11S Max stands out from other robovacs because it doesn’t use Wi-Fi, meaning it doesn’t require you to fiddle with a mobile app on your phone. Instead, you can control it using an on-board button or with the included remote, which also allows you to create cleaning schedules. It’s relatively quiet and reliable, too, with 2,000Pa of suction power and replaceable parts, making it a great long-term investment for those who want something basic. Eufy 11S Max The Eufy 11S Max is a super slim, repairable bump-and-roll bot with a large 600ml bin and three cleaning levels. Its biggest selling point for some, however, is that it lacks Wi-Fi, meaning you don’t have to fiddle with an app. Where to Buy: $279.99 $159.99 at Amazon $279.99 $159.99 at Walmart $279.99 $179.99 at Newegg (with code ANEUA275) The best Yeedi deals The Yeedi Cube is currently on sale at Amazon for $199.99 ($270 off), an all-time low. It’s not easy to find a self-emptying / self-cleaning vacuum at this price, as those features are typically only available on robots that cost upward of $600 or more. With 5,100Pa of suction power, the Cube can tackle most common vacuuming scenarios, though its single hybrid rubber / bristle brush can get easily tangled with pet hair. It mops better than most models in its range, however, namely because its vibrating microfiber pads can actually scrub your floors. The Cube uses lasers for object avoidance, too, though it’s not as effective for navigation as those with lidar and AI smarts. It can avoid large furniture and other objects, but it might need your help rerouting around cables, toys, and laundry. Still, we found it navigates better than most other robots under $300. Yeedi Cube One of the first robots that can vacuum, mop, self-empty, self-wash, and self-dry with hot air for under $1,000, the Yeedi Cube is an older model that currently retails for under $500. It’s a good vacuum and mop for hands-free cleaning on a budget. Where to Buy: $469.99 $199.99 at Amazon The best Shark deals The Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 is a great robot vacuum / mop hybrid that’s now on sale for $399.99 directly from Shark, which is $30 shy of its all-time low. Before the Eufy X10 Pro Omni took its place, the Matrix Plus 2-in-1 was our runner-up pick for those seeking a midrange robot vacuum that mops and automatically empties its own bin. Its vibrating, sonic mopping feature does an excellent job of scrubbing hardwood floors; however, keep in mind that you’ll have to fill and attach the mop reservoir manually. Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop The Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop mops very well — doing a swinging, scrubbing movement with its rear end when in “Matrix mode.” However, you have to manually fill and attach the mop reservoir and empty the bin when it mops, as it only self-empties in vacuum mode and can only avoid larger objects. Where to Buy: $699.99 $369.99 at Shark $699.99 at Best Buy The best Roomba deals You can get iRobot’s Roomba Combo 10 Max from Amazon and iRobot for $599.99 ($800 off), which is its best price to date. We think it’s the best robot vacuum for pet hair, one that combines high suction power with rotating dual rubber brushes that pick up without getting tangled. What’s even more impressive is that it comes with a new multifunction charging dock that allows it to empty its bin, wash its own mop, and even refill its mopping tank. Add in Matter support, excellent AI-powered obstacle detection, and a retractable mop arm, and you’ve got a robovac that makes cleaning almost entirely hands-free. Roomba Combo 10 Max iRobot’s first mopping bot that can refill its water tank and wash and dry its mop, the Combo 10 Max, features a retractable mop arm and superior suction power. It’s also iRobot’s first robot to support Matter. Where to Buy: $1399.99 $599.99 at Amazon $1399.99 $599.99 at iRobot $1399.99 $799.99 at Best Buy If you’re working with a tight budget, the Combo i5 is also a good vacuum / mop — one you can pick up on sale at Amazon and directly from iRobot right now for around $199, down from $349.99. It’s not as powerful as the aforementioned Combo 10 Max and can’t refill its water tank or wash and dry its own mop; however, it still features Roomba’s wide, dual rubber brushes, which do an excellent job of picking up dirt and debris. It doesn’t support virtual keep-out zones or Matter, either, though you can schedule it to clean specific rooms at set times. It’s also compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, and like all Roombas, it’s relatively easy to repair. iRobot Roomba Combo i5 The Roomba Combo i5 Plus is the company’s budget vacuum and mop robot with room mapping features but no virtual keep-out zones. Where to Buy: $349.99 $179 at Amazon $349.99 $199.99 at iRobot Other robot vacuum deals Tapo RV30 Max Plus A budget robot vacuum and mop with high-end features, including room-specific cleaning, carpet boost, and smart navigation, it also features an auto-empty dock for just $80 more. Where to Buy: $299.99 $209.99 at TP-Link (code automatically applied at checkout) $299.99 at Amazon Update, July 17th: Updated to reflect current pricing / availability.