Augmented Reality Dyson vacuum cleaner

AR Spatially
Antaeus AR
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2 min readJun 17, 2024

Turning cleaning into a game

Husbands, boyfriends and fathers have definitely heard about the Dyson Airwrap and hairstylists that have gained a tonne of popularity among women for its magical styling.

Despite its not very budget friendly cost, Dyson’s commitment to quality has earned it a lot of popularity and loyal customer base over the years

This year Dyson has dropped a new gem for us.

On 8th of April Dyson announced a CleanTrace — an attachment for your vacuum cleaner that incorporates augmented reality into your routine cleaning, helping you cover all the tricky spots by June 2024.

Dyson CleanTrace

This solution to cleaning was inspired by Dyson robot vacuums.

“We realized that we could all learn a thing or two from the methodical cleaning approach of our robot vacuums. With the Dyson CleanTrace™, we add extra layer of cleaning intelligence to the Gen5detect vacuum. It gives you the ability to see where you have and haven’t cleaned, which, combined with our on-board particle sensing technology, gives proof that the floor is truly clean.”

Charlie Park — VP of Engineering, Dyson Home

Essentially, you are now equipped with robotic awareness and a entertaining way of keeping your progress.

This is bad news for those who like to slack while cleaning, because now you will have a vivid visual way to monitor your progress.

Even though this add on is only 20 dollars, it currently supports a low range of products. The Gen5Detect, for which this attachment is designed, does have a 4.5+ star rating on most retail platforms, but also starts at 800 euros for a simple model, which can put a strain on your budget.

A prototype of Gen5detect vacuum with augmented reality add-on

Although the costs are high, integrating AR into everyday tasks and home life represents a significant breakthrough. While many of us recognize AR for entertainment purposes, its potential extends far beyond that, offering a multitude of practical applications.

If this innovation follows the typical lifecycle of technological advancements, we can expect to see this feature become available on more affordable models and brands in the near future. As costs decrease and accessibility increases, a wider audience will be able to experience the benefits and excitement of AR integration.

This “democratization” of technology will enable more people to enhance their daily routines and home life with cutting-edge AR solutions, making high-tech convenience a standard part of everyday living.

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AR Spatially
Antaeus AR

Transforming how we engage with our surroundings through augmented reality (AR).