This article is part of NBC Select's New & Notable column, which focuses on our favorite product launches. This article will be updated monthly with new releases we think you should know about.
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home launch
iRobot Roomba Essential Robot Vacuum Cleaner
iRobot makes some of the best robot vacuums, and this new model is one of the least expensive. As with other models, you can use the iRobot Home app to adjust and schedule your cleaning routine, including the option to wake up the robot when you're away. Compared to the previous Roomba 600 series, the Essential series has improved suction power and picks up 25% more dirt on hardwood floors, according to the brand. Also, the battery life has been increased from 90 minutes to 120 minutes. For an additional $25, you can get his Combo Essential robot with wet mop.
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Bearaby's weighted plush toys are some of our favorites, and the brand has added four new 3.5-pound characters to the collection: Cody Cow and Suzy Sloth. Darcy Dog and Daisy Dino. Her cuddly, chunky belly is filled with natural Terraclay and covered in soft cotton knit fabric. The plush toy's large feet are squishy and act as a built-in stress ball.
Bearaby sent Rebecca Rodriguez, NBC Select's editorial project manager, and Cody Kau, one of his Bearabee buddies, to try it out. “Not only is it the cutest thing ever, but holding Cody Cow makes her feel more secure before she falls asleep. When I put Cody Cow on her chest, I watched her heart rate slow down. I feel it,” she says. “I hug that weighty stuffed animal while I sleep every night. He's now a permanent resident of my bed. Sometimes I wake up in the middle of the night and find my husband cuddling him. You may.”
Provided by: Rebecca Rodriguez
Avocado Green Down Bedding Collection
Avocado Green, makers of one of our favorite eco-friendly mattresses and mattress toppers, has released a down bedding collection that includes two products: duvet inserts and pillows. Both items have soft satin shells and are made with down feathers certified by the Responsible Down Standard, which are harvested from humanely treated ducks and geese, according to the brand. It is said to mean that. Baffle box comforter inserts are available in lightweight and all-season weights, and the pillows come in three styles: soft, medium, and firm.
parachute heirloom tencel
Heirloom TENCEL is Parachute's newest material, a blend of TENCEL lyocell and linen. The brand says the material is buttery-soft, durable, breathable, temperature-regulating, and has a well-worn look. You can purchase Heirloom Tencel sheets, duvet covers, pillowcases and other bedding in his two colors: white with black stitching and bone with canyon stitch.
IKEA Brogan Outdoor Collection
IKEA's new outdoor collection includes 24 bright, colorfully patterned items including tablecloths, cushions, rugs and throws. Outdoor tableware such as serving glasses and charcuterie boards are also included in the collection.
IKEA Usad Pet Collection
While we all know a thing or two about pets (see our Pet Awards and Casper dog bed reviews), NBC Select has about a dozen dog and cat owners. Looking at IKEA's new pet collection, many of us are rethinking our interiors. This collection includes 30 items including beds, houses, toys, cushions, and food bowls.
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Consumer electronics brand Dreo launched two new fans this month, the Purifier Tower Fan 710S and Polyfan 704S. The Purifier Tower Fan is an air purifier and tower fan in one, with two motors that can be controlled independently. This means you can use just the air purifier, just the fan, or both at the same time. Polyfans, on the other hand, are designed to vibrate vertically and horizontally and be quiet while cooling your home. You can control these fans, set schedules, and customize settings using the Dreo app.
kitchen launch
Our place is always Panpuro
The Always Pan Pro is the latest version of Our Place's most popular cookware. Rather than being coated with chemicals for non-stick properties, the pans are designed with the brand's proprietary NoCo, or no coating. Our Place says the product is made of titanium and has a naturally hydrophobic pattern imprinted into the cooking surface. This allows you to free up the food when you're ready to move on. The dishwasher-safe pan is compatible with all cooktops and can withstand temperatures up to 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Comes with a modular lid and nesting beechwood spatulas.
Breville Infiz Fusion
The Infizz Fusion is Breville's first carbonator that can be used to foam any beverage, including water, juice, wine, coffee, and flat soda. This appliance requires no power or batteries and comes with a 32-ounce bottle and a FusionCap that lets you control the amount of carbonation added to your drink. The cap keeps your drink frothy when you store it or take it on the go. To use InFizz Fusion, a CO2 canister must be added to his InFizz Fusion. Later this spring, customers will be able to join his Breville's CO2 Refill Club. Members can use a prepaid label to send an empty CO2 canister to Breville and receive two full CO2 canisters in return.
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Caraway has added four specialty pots to its cookware collection. All of these are made with the brand's non-stick, non-toxic ceramic coating. Oven safe up to 550 degrees Fahrenheit and stovetop independent. The collection includes a 2-quart mini cooker, 4-quart stir-fry pan, 6-quart rondeau, and 12-quart stock pot. Items can be purchased a la carte or in sets with storage organizers.
Caraway sent Marin a mini cooker to try out, and it quickly earned a permanent spot on her stovetop. “I usually cook for myself, so making rice or pasta in a big pot can be a pain. But this mini pot is the perfect size for multiple servings of grain,” she says. “They look cute, so looking at them makes me want to cook.”
Provided by Zoe Marin
Calpac Insulated Soft Side Cooler
If you're planning a picnic or barbecue this summer, you'll need a reliable cooler to transport your food. Calpac has launched his first soft-sided cooler in two sizes: 8L, which can hold up to 11 12-ounce cans, and 17L, which can hold up to 32 12-ounce cans horizontally. It's lined with insulation on the inside and durable material on the outside, both of which are water resistant. The cooler comes with a removable crossbody strap and handle and is designed with multiple pockets for storing dishes, small snacks, and more.
KitchenAid Espresso Collection
KitchenAid recently announced several espresso machines, including one semi-automatic machine and three fully automatic machines. Semi-automatic espresso machines have a built-in burr grinder and steam wand. It lets you brew a shot or two of espresso with the push of a button, and it also comes with accessories like a milk pitcher, portafilter, tamper, and priming brush. Fully automatic espresso machines KF6, KF7 and KF8 allow you to customize factors such as drink strength and temperature. Create multiple profiles through the appliance to allow different users to save their favorite recipes.
fitness launch
Reebok Floatzig 1 Running Shoes
Marin and Rabinowitz have been testing out the running shoes sent to them by the brand for about a month. Available in men's and women's sizes. While aesthetics aren't essential to a good running shoe, they love the chunky, swoosh, '90s style of his Floatzig 1. '' Rabinowitz said. Marin added that he has also received compliments on the shoes while jogging in Central Park or while running errands in jeans. Keep your feet comfortable and don't feel heavy or bulky.
leisure launch
Rocketbook reusable sticky notes
Gone are the days of disposable post-it notes. Rocketbook sticky notes are reusable. After writing with the included pen, wipe off any notes or doodles with a microfiber cloth and water. Sticky notes are made with repositionable adhesive so you can move them around your home or office. It comes in a 15-book pack with a carrying case and allows you to save digital copies of your notes via the Rocketbook app.
LEGO Dungeons & Dragons: The Story of the Red Dragon (backorder)
LEGO Ideas sets are inspired by fans and voted for production, Rabinowitz said, and are often the most creative and imaginative. (Take this Lego typewriter, for example.) This set is a crossover with Dungeons & Dragons and includes a buildable tavern, dungeon, tower, and Red His Dragon. Also includes 6 minifigures and 3 monster figures. According to the brand, this set has 3,745 pieces and is perfect for builders 18 and older.
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