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Day: September 23, 2004

Making Your Own Roomba “virtual Wall” Units

September 23, 2004 by Phillip Torrone 8 Comments

roomba virtual walls

the roomba virtual walls are what, in theory, will keep in the roomba away from places it shouldn’t go, like the fireplace. while roombas usually come with 2 units, wouldn’t it be better (and cheaper) to make your own? and maybe embed them in the wall?

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