Shark’s latest robot vacuum hunts stains with UV light

Source: The Verge

Overview

The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal is SharkNinja’s newest robot vacuum and mop. It combines a high‑resolution RGB camera with a UV light to detect stains that are invisible under normal lighting, such as pet urine. Onboard AI evaluates both visible and UV‑detected dirt and decides how to clean each spot.

Features

• UV‑light stain detection – Highlights hidden stains for targeted cleaning.
• RGB camera – Detects visible messes and navigates around obstacles.
• Onboard AI – Identifies dirt and determines the appropriate cleaning action.
• Multifunctional dock – Empties the dustbin, refills water, and washes the mop automatically.
• Cleaning tools – Includes a vacuum with a single roller brush (details truncated in source).

Pricing and Availability

• Price: $1,299.99
• Availability: Available now

Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge

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