# Narwal

The Bug in the Machine: Narwal’s Cockroach Crisis Highlights the Fragility of China’s Smart Home Boom

Chinese robotics firm Narwal is facing a consumer backlash as users report cockroach-induced hardware failures in its flagship robot vacuums. The company has refused warranty claims, citing 'biological' factors, sparking a broader debate over smart home design flaws and consumer rights in the tech sector.