obode P8 auto self-cleaning mopping vacuum robot launching soon

Midea Robozone, an innovator in smart cleaning technology operating in various markets just launched their new brand, obode. And the newcomers will present their first product obode P8 on February 9th through a Kickstarter campaign. Obode P8 will be a next-generation smart robot vacuum & mopping for automated floor cleaning for the entire home. Featuring mop pads self-cleaning with cleaning agent LDS intelligent navigation, smart automatic water replenishment and customizable app. This innovative new cleaning robot adds powerful cleaning and modern convenience to any home.

Obode P8 is a vacuum mop combo robot with the ability to self clean its mopping pads to prevent mold and bad smells. And will be the ultimate all in one floor cleaning solution with 3 modes for sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and combination cleaning. P8 is equipped with double-spin mops and a heavy duty vacuum motor with 2000pa of suction power. The system easily picks up debris and hair from both hard floors and carpets. P8 also uses an advanced ultrasonic sensor to determine surface types and apply the proper vacuuming, mopping, edge cleaning, and full mapping as needed. It moves seamlessly across the room and intelligently switches between sweeping and mopping for safe, effective cleaning of all floor types.

obode's vision

“Many people have made the move to robotic vacuum cleaners for home convenience. However, over the past few years, technologies such as robotic navigation and surface sensors have greatly advanced. For P8, we applied these next-gen technologies to create the ultimate robot vacuum cleaner with mopping functions. The result is the most advanced multi-surface floor cleaning device with superior mapping, intelligent surface identification and multi-mode cleaning for all household floors. P8 intelligently cleans and features programmable functions that takes the hassle out of household chores. It efficiently and thoroughly keeps your floors clean so that you don’t have to. It’s the perfect addition to the modern home.” Yuan Chen, founder of obode.

Cutting edge robotic vacuum cleaner

The product team also focused on incorporating features, that differentiate P8 from other competitors. P8 uses the sixth-generation navigation algorithm combined with ToF radar and 32 sets of navigation sensors to achieve centimeter-level high-speed mapping to avoid obstacles and barriers. As it determines the most efficient and effective cleaning route through the home. With a 6200mAh built-in battery, P8 is capable of up to 2.5 hours of continuous cleaning, enough to do the entire house. Before it automatically returns to base for recharging. It is also equipped with big 4.6L and 4.7L water tanks. One for dirty, one for fresh water. For superior cleaning, P8 has a backwashing mopping cloth with cleaning agent to prevent secondary smudging. And automatically returns to the base to clean and hot dry the mop to disinfect it after each cleaning session.

Convenient control of the P8 is achieved with voice commands via Alexa or Google Home. And the system has an intelligent app for scheduling, customized cleaning, setting virtual no-go zones, and ‘Do-not-disturb’ modes. The app updates automatically via OTA and provides total control at the touch of a button. Obode P8 combines the latest intelligent cleaning features with next-generation robotic tech for the modern home.

Massive early bird discount

Early bird offers on Kickstarter should be available with some nicely discounted prices, so should be quite a great deal. Allegedly the top model should be available for $1099, but the crowdfunding offer will slash the price to just $599. You can already sign-up with your e-mail on their website to get the special discount coupon. There will also be a special version of the vacuum cleaner, co-branded with UK's National Gallery for 100 limited units. So keep your eyes open for the campaign starting soon.