How I accidentally locked my neighbor in the walk-in closet with three robot vacuums yesterday—and why it’s the ultimate sanity test.

Here’s what happened at my neighbor’s place yesterday: I’d dropped by for a chat while she was unpacking a delivery. The neighbor from downstairs stopped by to pick up a package that had been delivered to her place by mistake. That’s when I decided to show off the power of the new smart home system—and accidentally activated the "Panic Mode / VIP Cleaning" routine.


The walk-in closet door locked, the lights went out, and three robot vacuums began methodically and silently storming the darkness from all sides, closing in on the frightened man.


If a man starts negotiating with a Roborock vacuum instead of screaming for help—grab him; he’s a potential husband.

If your smart home locks you in the closet, the Universe might be hinting that this guy just isn't "your data processing speed."

Never show men your gadgets until you’re sure they have nerves of steel and aren't afraid of robots.)))