IRobot is constantly pushing the envelope and setting new standards in robot vacuum cleaner technology. The company's Roomba series features the latest innovations such as self-empty base and smart mapping.

With the latest Roomba j7+, iRobot promises a new level of intelligence. This includes recognizing and avoiding messy everyday floor items such as cables, socks, and most importantly, pet dander. In fact, iRobot is so confident in the intelligence of the Roomba j7+ that it has introduced a "pet owner pledge" (P.O.O.P.) to replace j7+ that fail to avoid pet waste.

So how does the Roomba j7+ accomplish this? It features a new Genius 3.0 Home Intelligence system called "PrecisionVision Navigation" that uses machine learning to identify objects and improve recognition with each run. When it detects an unknown object for the first time, it sends a photo of the obstacle via the iRobot Home app so you can tell it to clean around it or avoid it altogether. It also provides feedback on the app so that Roomba j7+ will know how to approach such objects in the future.

This newfound cleverness can be used in other areas as well. Permanent obstacles like walls and tables can be predicted and the approach can be slowed down to make it cleaner along the edges. It also features Smart Mapping, a useful option found on other premium models. This allows Roomba j7+ to learn and record the floor plan so it can decide which rooms to clean and which to avoid from the app. It also recommends the best time of day and frequency for cleaning, taking into account when you are away.

Like the Roomba S9+, Roomba i7+, and Roomba i3+, the j7+ comes with an automatic cleaning base. However, the design has been redesigned, measuring 15.8 x 13.3 x 11.9 inches. It also has a sleeker look, so it won't feel obtrusive if it can't be hidden. j7+ itself measures 13.3" in diameter and 3.4" tall.

iRobot's other Roombas also get an upgrade: The Genius 3.0 Home Intelligence System is now available on the entire line of iRobot connected robotic vacuums. Some of the new features include:

This technology is a welcome addition to the robot vacuum market and opens the door to more pet owners. We can't wait to test the Roomba j7+ and see if it really delivers on its pet poop promise.

The Roomba j7+ robot vacuum cleaner with CleanBase automatic waste disposal is available now from iRobot.com for $849. It will be available at select retailers on September 19. It can also be purchased without the clean base for $649 from iRobot.com. The Roomba j7+ and j7 are also available in Europe.