# Dirt-Compressing Robot Vacuums The Black & Decker Smartech Robotic Vacuum was Shown at CES 2017 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-decker-smartech-robotic-vacuum References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/smartech-robotic-vacuum-black-decker/) & [blackanddecker](http://www.blackanddecker.com/) Seen at CES 2017, the [Black & Decker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-vinyl-1) Smartech Robotic Vacuum is a new kind of [robot vacuum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irobots-new-robovacs) that works to make the cleaning experience far more comprehensive than with other units on the market. The vacuum is designed to navigate a space with ease without bumping into obstacles, but is also capable of [compressing the dirt and debris](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-powerdetect-clean-empty-system) that it sucks up. This makes emptying the unit far easier than with traditional vacuums and robotic varieties where a lot of the debris will reenter the environment when being emptied. The Black & Decker Smartech Robotic Vacuum features an accompanying app that is connected to via Bluetooth and that enables users to manually take over the cleaning robot whenever they want. The vacuum features a battery pack that's rated for up to 90-minutes of cleaning per charge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dirt-compressing Robot Vacuums:** Vacuum machines that are capable of compressing dirt and debris for easy cleaning. - **Smartphone-connected Robot Vacuums:** Robot vacuums that can be controlled via smartphone apps. - **Extended Battery Life for Robot Vacuums:** Developments in maximizing the battery life of robot vacuums. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Appliances:** Innovations in robot vacuum technology within the home appliances industry. - **Smart Home Technology:** Connecting robot vacuums to larger smart home systems and networks through apps and other interfaces. - **Robotics and Automation:** Advancements in the robotics and automation industry towards creating more efficient and effective robot vacuum technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Budget Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfcompacting-dustbin.md) - [Dual-Vacuum Cleaning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deebot-x2-combo.md) - [Dirt-Detecting Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krcher-rvf-7-comfort-extra.md) - [Advanced Robotic Vacuum Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-vacuum-technology.md) - [Obstacle-Overcoming Robotic Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deebot-x11.md) - [Automated Maintenance Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roborock-s8-pro-ultra.md) - [Automated Maintenance Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamebot-x30-ultra.md) - [Arm-Equipped Robotic Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roborock-saros-z70.md) - [Small Space Robotic Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-k10.md)