**Ecovacs X Series Introduces Intelligent Robot Vacuums to the Marketplace**

Robot vacuums are evolving rapidly, featuring new models that accommodate a broader array of smart home systems. The newly released Ecovacs X Series distinguishes itself by offering compatibility with Apple HomeKit and **Matter**, the universal standard for smart homes that guarantees smooth integration across all leading smart home platforms.

Among its offerings, the **X8 Pro Omni** shines as the premium model, providing much more than just support for Matter and HomeKit.

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### **Innovative Mopping Technology**

The key highlight of the Ecovacs X8 Pro Omni is its sophisticated mopping technology. Unlike standard mopping devices, this model incorporates a roller mop that spins at 200 times per minute while self-cleaning through 16 water nozzles. This design ensures the mop pad remains clean even when faced with stubborn dirt. Ecovacs claims that the mop exerts 4,000 Pa of pressure for an effective clean.

In a demonstration led by an Ecovacs representative, the X8 Pro Omni was compared against a competing vacuum featuring rotating mops. The X8 Pro Omni clearly outperformed, delivering a superior clean. Although this controlled test was impressive, how it performs in regular use is yet to be fully evaluated.

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### **Superior Vacuuming Performance**

The X8 Pro Omni excels in vacuuming as well; it features a robust vacuum system. With an impressive **18,000 Pa of suction power**, it is capable of tackling even the most challenging messes. Plus, its anti-tangle brush design prevents hair from obstructing the vacuum, making it perfect for homes with pets or residents with long hair.

Equipped with Ecovacs’ **TrueEdge 3D sensor**, the vacuum navigates baseboards and edges more efficiently, ensuring a deeper clean in hard-to-reach places.

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### **Integration with Smart Home Systems**

One of the most appealing features of the X8 Pro Omni is its adaptability to smart home technology. As one of the first robotic vacuums to support **Matter** and **Apple HomeKit**, it provides enhanced flexibility for users with varied smart home configurations.

However, for advanced features such as mapping and zone control, you will still need the Ecovacs app. Matter and HomeKit currently enable basic functionalities like starting, stopping, and selecting cleaning modes, but they do not yet allow for more sophisticated features. While the introduction of Matter is a significant advancement for smart home synergy, the dedicated app is still vital for full capability.

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### **A New Era of Cleaning Advancement**

The Ecovacs X8 Pro Omni is representative of a larger trend in innovation within the robot vacuum industry, showcased at this year’s **CES**. Companies are breaking new ground with technologies like robotic arms that can declutter while cleaning floors, as well as hybrid vacuums like Eufy’s recent model, which can also be used as a handheld stick vacuum.

This is a thrilling time for those passionate about smart home technologies. Robot vacuums have made significant strides, and products like the X8 Pro Omni indicate that there remains considerable potential for further advancements and innovations in this field.