I like to think of my robot vacuum as an electronic pet -- one who pitches in around the house, never barks too loudly, and doesn't even need to be fed. As with all pets, though, I need to care for my ...

There are many household tasks I don’t like. Wiping down surfaces. Cleaning the shower head. Mopping. But one of my least favorite is (or, more accurately, was) hoovering. Apologies in advance for the ...