#kitchen

I've been using the Roomba 980 for months, and it finally decided to act up right in the middle of my lunch prep. It’s like the little robot thinks the counter is a cliff.

I just updated to firmware 1.2.5 because the manufacturer said it would fix the IR sensor glitch. Instead, the Roomba now ignores the bump sensor and keeps sliding straight into the edge of the counter, smashing the cutting board and sending a stack of applesauce jars flying.

What I’ve tried:

• Resetting the robot via the app.
• Re‑calibrating the bump sensors.
• Cleaning the IR sensor and the dustbin.
• Moving the charging dock to a different spot.
• Checking for firmware regressions in the release notes.

None of it helped. It’s like the Roomba has a mind of its own now. The next time I’m chopping veggies, I’m hoping the robot will stay out of the way. Anyone else have a Roomba that turns into a kitchen disaster? I need some tips or a good laugh about this ridiculous situation.

Edit: I finally discovered that the counter’s metal surface is causing a reflection that the IR sensor misinterprets as a wall. I’ve covered the counter with a non‑metallic sheet, but the Roomba still keeps bumping into it. Does anyone know a fix for this? I’m running out of patience (and applesauce jars).

I've been trying to prep meals for the week but my fridge space is limited. I keep ending up with leftovers that go bad. Any suggestions on how to maximize fridge space or use freezer better? Also, I'm not sure if I should cook in bulk and freeze or keep everything fresh. I'm a bit anxious about wasting food. Maybe there's a better way? I'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks! 😅

So I was trying to prep for the week and I thought I could just throw everything in the fridge and call it a day. Turns out, I mixed up the labels and ended up with a batch of chicken that was actually leftover pizza?? I misread the dates and the veggies went bad before I even got to cook them. I also used the wrong container sizes, so the portions were all over the place—half a bowl of quinoa, a whole pot of soup, and a single chicken breast that was dry as a bone. I didn’t realize that the protein would dry out if I didn’t add the sauce, and now I’m stuck with a week of bland, soggy, and overcooked meals. Also, I thought freezing was a hack, but I forgot to thaw the quinoa properly, and it turned into a sticky, mushy mess. I’m embarrassed. Anyone else? How do you avoid this? What’s your best trick to keep labels straight or to keep veggies fresh? Any advice on container hacks? I need a plan, not a recipe. Thanks in advance.