Yes, but the application only allows you to see the charge level and select the operating mode before putting it in the water. Once the Scuba is submerged, there is no further communication with the application.
Yes, it's the new model with the app. The robot cleans really well as the 2025 model has a new filter. The app is not so good. You can see the battery status and set the cleaning mode. However, while the robot is in the water, you can't operate anything in the app and you can't see the exact battery status.