iRobot Founder Wants to Put a Robotic Familiar Into Your Home

spectrum.ieee.org·May 4, 2026

The May issue of _IEEE Spectrum_ features an article about the founder of iRobot, who aims to introduce a robotic familiar into homes. The publication serves as a resource for technology, engineering, and science developments.

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