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,
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.
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,
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,
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New Roomba Lineup Includes a Sub-$500 Vac That Trades a Huge Base for a Tiny Onboard Trash Compactor
With eight new models ranging from $299 to $999, the refreshed iRobot Roomba lineup promises stronger suction power, enhanced ...
iRobot launches 8 new Roombas — but warns investors it's in trouble
Needless to say, iRobot's line-up of eight new robot vacuums are impressive. The stand-out models include the Roomba 205 ...
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 ...
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 just completely overhauled its lineup with 8 new Roombas for 2025
Eight new Roombas were announced for 2025 and will be available on March 18. Here are the highlights and prices for each of ...
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Roomba maker iRobot could be dead within a year
iRobot could soon be out of business, the Roomba's creator admitting that there's "substantial doubt about [its] ability to ...
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 ...
iRobot may be iDead in iYear
iRobot's revenue sank to $682 million last year from $891 million in FY 2023, a 23 percent plunge. In Q4 2024 alone, its ...
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 has new Roombas, but it doesn't sound confident it'll be around to sell them
Robot, the creator of the Roomba and the company that popularized robot vacuums in the first place, told investors on ...