Robot / Robotics

The Syncere Lume robotic floor lamp automates household chores from folding laundry to tidying rooms. New skills will be added to the smart lamp over time, which will begin shipping in early 2027 with a starting price of $2,699.

Acemate has unveiled the improved S10 Pro tennis robot with upgraded Ace+ Shot ball handling, allowing it to fire balls more accurately at a faster maximum speed to challenge tennis players on clay, grass, and hard courts.

Hypershell has unveiled the Halo full‑leg exoskeleton, offering a 12‑mile (20 km) range with 1,490W of peak power. The exoskeleton delivers adaptive walking assistance through HyperIntuition AI motion-control and a lightweight carbon fiber and titanium frame.

Anthbot’s R7 and R5 are brand-new robotic lawn mowers that come equipped with impressive features, including LiDAR and all-wheel drive. An optional trimmer arm is also available, designed to enable edge-to-edge cutting.

China is rapidly expanding its humanoid-robot industry, but the machines remain too slow and unreliable to replace workers in most real-world jobs. Despite massive investment and impressive demonstrations, the technology still faces major AI and training-data challenges.

LG and Nvidia are ramping up their robotics efforts, with plans to generate 100,000 hours of training data by the end of 2026 to prepare LG's CLOiD robot for increasingly complex tasks. The move puts LG in an increasingly competitive field alongside Tesla Optimus, BYD Xiao Di, Figure 03, 1X NEO and other humanoid robots vying to shape the future of factories and homes.

Chinese humanoid robots have beaten Usain Bolt’s 100m world record, but their messy finishes show there is still plenty of room for improvement. The World Humanoid Robot Games games are also testing whether these machines can move beyond impressive speed and handle real-world tasks autonomously.

At the second World Humanoid Robot Games, 23 teams entered a simulated firefighting and rescue event. The first outdoor firefighting challenge was designed to test how well humanoids hold up outside the lab, and only three teams survived it.

Chinese researchers envision future lunar bases where astronauts work alongside robot dogs and other machines. The robots could patrol the base, collect samples, monitor the environment, and handle other dangerous or routine tasks while humans focus on complex decisions.

BYD is making serious moves in the robotics race. The Chinese EV giant has confirmed its first humanoid AI robot, Xiao Di, for early August 2026. The android is designed to welcome customers in car dealerships and challenge Tesla Optimus. However, the US is already blocking market access before the official debut.

Tamagotchis were all the rage in the 90s, and there have been a few attempts to bring them back. Takway is hoping to bring back the concept using AI and creating a companion that actually grows.

An alternative to drones: The Beni is a robot equipped with a 4K camera that can autonomously follow people and is marketed for its 4K resolution. At first glance, the concept seems very unusual, but it could offer tangible benefits in certain situations.

Finally, there’s a new sign of life from Ballie, one of Samsung’s most useful robots, which can function as a mobile security camera and a projector, among other things. That’s because images of the accompanying smartphone app have appeared online for the first time.

The U.S. government under Donald Trump wants to ban the import of new robots. While this ban is primarily aimed at humanoid robots, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has clarified that vacuum and mopping robots, robotic lawn mowers, and transport robots are also affected.

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the 1986 film, The Transformers: The Movie, Robosen has released a new Optimus Prime robot toy. Featuring original voice tracks and support for over 50 voice commands, the robot toy is available to pre-order at a discounted price.

Elon Musk is not the only one developing advanced humanoid robots for mass production. EV giant BYD is reportedly preparing to unveil its own bipedal AI robot. Called Xiao Di, the humanoid robot is expected to make its public debut in August and could soon serve as a sales assistant, presenting EVs at the Tesla rival's dealerships.

BrainCo has demonstrated at WAIC 2026 the ability to remotely control robotic hands, arms, and humanoids with just a thought thanks to the company's brain-computer interface (BCI) and brain-controlled robot AI platform technology.

The Honor Robot Phone is nearing launch, and at this point, it is unclear if global markets will get to experience the device. Regardless, Honor will showcase the phone at WAIC in China on July 18, and for the time being, global audiences will have to make do with a leaked hands-on video.

The T1 home robot is the first transformable personal helper, as it can walk upright or carry things on all fours, depending on the terrain and the task at hand. The first transformable household helper can execute smart following and has a long-term memory.

LG and Nvidia are launching a major robotics push. With the new Robotics Business Center and a huge AI data factory, the tech giants are moving toward a future of physical AI for industry and everyday life.

Anthbot has introduced the new M5 Pro and M9 Pro robotic lawn mowers, which feature the HoloSense navigation system. By combining LiDAR, RTK/NetRTK positioning, and AI vision, the company promises highly accurate positioning and reliable navigation even in challenging garden environments.

TerraMow has launched its X AWD robotic mower on Kickstarter, offering a 25% early-backer discount with deliveries planned for September 2026. Built for very large lawns, the mower combines AI vision, nRTK navigation, all-wheel drive, and a 50.2 cm cutting width.

The AI-Powered 4WD Robotic Mower Built for Slopes, Rough Terrain, and Large Lawns.

Mova has announced the launch of the Z70 Ultra Roller Complete. In just a few days, the improved successor to the already excellent Z60 Ultra Roller will go on sale with a discount.

Dreame has introduced the Pano 10 Station, a new window-cleaning robot designed to clean right up to edges and into corners—complete with 45°C warm water and a station featuring pad washing and drying.

Pongbot’s new Aura and Aura S training robots offer portable, AI‑driven drills for tennis, padel, and pickleball players, with smartwatch control and hours of battery‑powered ball launching. The Aura S adds dual‑camera shot analysis, AI refereeing, and optional mobility for more realistic practice sessions.

The Acemate AI Tennis Robot’s 2026 update adds over 40 accuracy‑focused drills, with AI shot analysis and coaching to make practices more useful for players at all skill levels.

A humanoid robot with four arms, but no legs? What may look rather odd at first glance has a practical reason: the Helios robot from Orbit Robotics is designed for use in microgravity and therefore does not need legs to stand or walk.

With the Eufy C15, Anker's smart home brand has launched its most affordable robotic lawnmower to date. It navigates entirely without wires or RTK and starts at 899 euros, including a free shelter.

Since May 13, Figure 03 humanoid robots in San José have been sorting parcels almost continuously on camera – and the stream seems to hold a surprising fascination for viewers. Due to the high level of interest, it has now been running for over a week instead of the originally planned eight hours.

Hypershell has unveiled the X Ultra S, X Max S, and X Pro S exoskeletons, revised X-series exoskeletons with a faster HyperIntuition motion-control system providing up to 1000W of powered walking assistance. Free units are available to worldwide Search and Rescue (SAR) teams through the Hyperlift program.

The Lymow One Plus, one of the most impressive robotic mowers of the 2026 generation, has officially gone on sale. Key features include a tracked drive system, 100 percent slope capability, and an XXL dual-blade mowing system.

With its Cybertruck-inspired design, the Goko M6 is undoubtedly one of the most impressive robotic lawnmowers of the 2026 season. At its pre-launch, it can be purchased with a discount of up to 40%.

At first glance, it looks like the Power Loader from Aliens, but the Unitree GD01 is a real robot that, according to the manufacturer, is intended as a civilian vehicle or transportation platform.

A humanoid robot that can vacuum, fold laundry and unload the dishwasher sounds like the future arriving in your living room. The 1X NEO is meant to make exactly that a reality in 2026. However, there is one major catch.

Genesis AI demonstrates robotic hands cracking an egg one-handed, slicing tomatoes and playing the piano. Although success rates for difficult tasks are only around 60 to 70%, the demonstration is still remarkable for humanoid robotics.

The Unitree R1 is set to launch internationally via AliExpress soon and costs the equivalent of around $4,000 in China. While the humanoid robot is hardly suited to household chores or everyday assistance, it could be an interesting option for robotics fans and developers.