Vacuum Cleaners Discussions

1)  Nov 21, 2007 James Dyson t.v. commercial parodied on Saturday Night Live.

2)  March 17, 2009:  While many independent vacuum dealers bad-mouth, lie of and/or dismiss James Dyson and his teams contributions, many others champion the man.  Watch James Dyson in his element - in his Malmesbury Headquarters.  NBC’s “Today Show”  http://video.msn.com/video.aspx?mkt=en-us&vid=71fa9222-10d2-413c-bf31-0007895697ac

2)  Older video news:  I could not resist...  A Hottie car-news chick mentions the rumor of Dyson working with car makers, and Oreck gets a mention too (funny).

www.blinkx.com/video/hamann-stallion-audi-a7-fast-lane-daily-24jun08/JQ18e2m7y5hiULCgEQWSvw

Dyson fans,

James Dyson and his (then new) DC15 were profiled on a show called Beyond Tomorrow.  It is the best interview and profile I have seen of James.  This show has been airing on and off for the last week.        DIB

 

http://science.discovery.com/tv-schedules/series.html?paid=48.15051.117100.1010.3

 

Discovery Channel > Beyond Tomorrow, episode #16, my DVR reads this show as: “Tools to clean the house.”

Hello DIB:

The DC15 is and was a big time flop for dyson.  The DC24/25 is a desperate attempt to restore his good name.   

From the starting gate the DC15 was fraught with problems.  The least of which was Kenneth J.  Thru several and most retailers including BEST BUY the DC15 is claimed the worse selling dyson.  Certainly the poorest rated dyson by Consumer Reports always more than half way down the list of models tested.  At the current $400 retail [before discounts], dyson should be as ashamed as an inventor and vacuum cleaner man.  As much so as the dead DC11.  No wonder Dyson is so quick to defend failure.  He has alot of experience with the latter.  

The DC11 and DC15 aren't even desirable as collectibles among the most ardent vacuum enthusiasts.  They are best served as recycled materials for the junk heap.

Carmine D.

Carmine,

The DC15 as a full sized vacuum missed the mark for many (size and weight).  In terms of getting the public's interest the DC15 proved the concept and separated itself from the pack.  Yes, there was a learning curve as to what is a practicable weight for a turning pivoting vacuum cleaner.  The Slim looks to be a full blown money making success.  An example of its popularity - HSN reportedly sold 7000 units as a “Today Special” in a 12 hour period (I think it was Dec of 2007).  The Slim is loved big time at review sites and pages too.        DIB

DysonInventsBig wrote:

Too bad dyson came out with the DC24/25.  The DC18 is now on the chopping block at most big box retailers.  Less than 2 years old.  Dyson shot himself in the foot on this one.  He upstaged a supposed best selling sku [the DC18] by making it obsolete before its time.  Why?  To restore his tarnished image with the DC15 by rushing to market the DC24/25.  Not very bright.  Especially in the current economic times. 

Carmine D.

CarmineD wrote:

Dyson improves and moves on.  Hoover just introduced the same sheet and renamed it.  Hoover sunk.

HARDSELL wrote:

Hello HARDSELL:

What improvements do you see with the newer dyson models after the ones you used/sold-returned?  Be specific. 

If you want to focus on one model like the DC15, DC17, DC18, DC24, DC25 fine.  Or all the models.  If you want to focus on the canisters, like the DC20, 21, 22, then please do. 

I'm curious to hear what you think about the improvements of latest and greatest dyson vacuums.  

Carmine D.

A 24 year old Dyson Poduct Design award winner gets hired by James - story and video.

http://www.3news.co.nz/Video/CampbellLive/tabid/367/articleID/58132/Default.aspx#video

DysonInventsBig wrote:

But does he/she know anything about vacuums and their history? 

Carmine D.

I suspect the fella in question is working as part of Dyson's 'blue sky' team. As the name might suggest, these people are tasked with discovering new ways of solving problems using the latest technology and scientific knowhow. Generally speaking, nothing is too radical.

Efficient product development is achieved by a mix of people. Ideas people, specialist area people (engineers, scientists) ...and project managers to keep development on track and to keep anyone else from distracting the individuals!

Hello M00seUK:

Thanks for the insight on the 'blue sky' team.

Not mentioned on the ORECK thread and perhaps relevant now here [somewhat] is the ORECK approach to soliciting consumer input and feedback.  Maybe other brands have the same practice.  Like dyson?  I know in August 2006 when I e-mail messaged dyson about the DC07 pink it was through the standard consumer link.  Not a special form designed for the purpose of getting user feedback and suggestions for improvements. 

If you have a suggestion for the making the ORECK vacuum better [are you reading this DIB], you can go to the ORECK web site and download/complete on-line a special form to do so.  I have a change/two to suggest and will probably do so very soon.  When you do complete, you waive all your own rights and assign to ORECK for future usage.  I will, despite the transfer of rights and claims.

Carmine D.