The Shark PowerDetect Transformer is a versatile vacuum cleaner that can switch between three configurations: upright, stick, and handheld. It combines multiple cleaning modes into one device, making it adaptable for various cleaning tasks around the home. The vacuum uses Shark’s Detect and Reveal technology to adjust its power and ensure thorough cleaning by detecting dirt levels and using light to expose hidden dust. It is priced at £479.99 in the UK and is already available in the US for $529.99. James Kitto, SharkNinja's Senior Vice President and Managing Director for the EMEA region, says that the upright vacuum has not significantly evolved in decades. The Transformer aims to change that by simplifying the cleaning experience and offering a flexible system that adapts to real-life needs. It removes unnecessary complexity while maintaining powerful performance. The Transformer includes a small dust chamber for lightweight cleaning in handheld and stick modes. When more dirt needs to be collected, a larger dust bin can be attached, giving the vacuum the capacity of a traditional upright model. The PowerDetect feature automatically adjusts the vacuum’s power based on factors like dirt levels, floor type, movement, and proximity to objects such as skirting boards. The Reveal technology uses illumination to ensure no dust or dirt goes unnoticed. Additional features include an auto-empty function that transfers the small dust bin into the larger one with a single click, HEPA filtration that traps allergens, odor-neutralizing technology, a no-hair-wrap system that prevents hair from tangling around the brushroll, and DuoClean Detect brushes that effectively clean different floor types without requiring head changes. The Transformer is slightly cheaper than the Shark PowerDetect Cordless Stick, which has a list price of £499.99. However, details about its availability in Australia are currently not available.