Narwal is adding artificial intelligence to its vacuums to monitor pets and find jewelry

Robot vacuum maker Narwhal It unveiled its new range of smart vacuum cleaners at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) with AI-powered features like monitoring pets, finding valuable items, and notifying users of misplaced toys.

The company said that the new pioneering Flow 2 robot vacuum has a circular design and easy-to-lift tanks for better cleaning. The device uses two 1080p RGB cameras with a 136-degree field of view to map the area and recognize different types of objects using AI models.

Narwhal said that through this technology suite, the vacuum cleaner has the ability to recognize an unlimited number of objects. The device first tries to identify the object locally, but if there are no matches, it sends the data to the cloud for further processing.

The Flow 2 has three main modes called Pet Care Mode, Baby Care Mode and AI Floor Marker Mode. Using Pet Grooming mode, you can select areas where pets usually rest or hang out to clean. Additionally, it can monitor pets as well as check on your pets via two-way audio (though, there’s no guarantee they’ll listen to you). In Baby Care mode, the vacuum switches to Quiet mode near the crib and alerts you of misplaced toys. In AI floor marking mode, the vacuum recognizes valuable items like jewelry, avoids them, and alerts you.

Narwhal said its latest vacuum cleaner has four cleaning modes that can identify different types of dirt. The device can also return to its base to wash the mop and then re-wipe a specific area if it is dirty. The company noted that the Flow 2 design allows for a higher washing temperature with hot water for better cleaning.

Along with the Flow 2, the company also showcased a handheld vacuum called the U50 that weighs 1.41 kg (3.1 lb) and has UV sterilization along with heat treatment to remove allergens. The company also showed off an unnamed cordless vacuum cleaner with a slim design, 360-degree rotation, and a runtime of up to 50 minutes. The cordless vacuum also has an automatic vacuum station that can support up to 60 days of dust elimination.