Neato Robotics Phases Out Cloud Services, Transitions to Local-Only Operation for Robot Vacuums
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Summary
Neato Robotics is phasing out its cloud services and transitioning to local-only operation for its robot vacuums. The company is discontinuing cloud connectivity features including remote control via app, scheduling, cleaning history, and firmware updates. Existing robots will continue to function with basic cleaning capabilities but will lose smart features. The announcement explains this is due to the company's commitment to user privacy and security, though it represents a significant reduction in functionality for current users.
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We want to address openly and clearly changes now taking place as we phase out Neato cloud services.
Existing robots will continue to function with basic cleaning capabilities but will lose smart features.
This transition represents our commitment to user privacy and security in an increasingly connected world.
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