Roomba maker warns of potential closure amid financial woes

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iRobot, the company behind the iconic Roomba vacuum cleaner, has issued a dire warning to investors, stating it may cease operations within the next 12 months. The announcement follows the collapse of a planned acquisition by Amazon due to regulatory hurdles and comes amidst intense competition from Chinese manufacturers. The company has since undergone significant restructuring, including substantial layoffs and a sharp expense reduction. iRobot's stock plummeted roughly 36% following the news, reflecting investor concerns about the company's future viability.

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Apple unveils Metallica immersive concert experience for Vision Pro

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Apple is launching an immersive concert experience featuring Metallica, exclusively for the Apple Vision Pro, on Friday, March 14. This format, captured in Apple Immersive Video, places viewers directly within the band's sold-out Mexico City performance from their M72 World Tour. The experience features iconic Metallica tracks like Whiplash, One, and Enter Sandman, presented in ultra-high-resolution 180-degree video and Spatial Audio.

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Samsung debuts AI-enhanced Galaxy A56 5G at MWC 2025

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Samsung has unveiled its latest mid-range powerhouse, the Galaxy A56 5G, at Mobile World Congress 2025, showcasing a significant leap in its popular A series.

The Galaxy A56 5G boasts a refined design, featuring a slim, polished metal frame and a sleek, minimalist aesthetic. The device is available in a range of stylish colours with a milky matte finish, including Awesome Pink, Awesome Olive, Awesome Lightgray and Awesome Graphite.

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Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses go high fashion with Coperni Limited Edition pair

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Ray-Ban and Coperni have teamed up to launch a limited-edition version of the Meta smart glasses, unveiled at Paris Fashion Week. The Ray-Ban Meta x Coperni Limited Edition glasses feature a translucent frame, grey mirrored lenses, and the Coperni logo, offering a high-fashion take on the classic Wayfarer design.

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