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Narwal Debuts Flow 2 Robot Vacuum With AI Object Recognition at CES 2026

The reveal extends Narwal into cordless vacuums plus mattress care within an AI-first home lineup.

Overview

  • The Flow 2 uses NarMind Pro with dual 1080p RGB cameras and a vision-language model for on-device object recognition, with cloud fallback for unidentified items and claimed millimeter-level obstacle avoidance.
  • An AI Floor Tag feature identifies valuables on the floor, keeps at least 5cm distance, and sends a photo and location alert to the app for user review.
  • Family-focused modes include Pet Care Mode for pet-zone cleaning and pet check-ins via two-way audio, and Baby Care Mode that quiets near a crib and flags misplaced toys.
  • Hardware upgrades include up to 30,000Pa suction and hotter mopping; Narwal lists 140°F hot-water washing, though one outlet reports 158°F, highlighting an early spec discrepancy.
  • Narwal also announced the V50 cordless vacuum and the U50 mattress vacuum with 137°F heating, UVC sterilization, and 16,000Pa suction, with Flow 2 availability targeted for spring/April 2026 and pricing still unannounced.