The original Roomba was the first robot vacuum in the US, and the second ever made, following Electrolux’s Trilobite the year prior. A basic bump-and-roll bot with bump and cliff sensors, the Roomba rolled randomly around your home, sucking up dirt, bumping from wall to wall, and generally trying not to fall down stairs.

Apple's rumored tabletop robot is years away, but a simpler smart display is reportedly coming soon. The company's researchers have been looking into the advantages of a more expressive, playful robot. Besides home security features, video calling, and ...

Smart gadgets are capable of much more than reporting the weather and playing music. These selections of time-saving tech could return hours to your busy day.

From refrigerators powered by artificial intelligence to automated mops and mowers, household robots are on the rise! But are they truly helpful, or just another tech trend? Consumer Reports breaks down the pros, cons and reveals which deliver real value.

Ecovacs has confirmed its attendance at CES 2026 and has already earned recognition with the Deebot X11 OmniCyclone, which has been named a CES 2026 Innovation Awards Honouree. The company says it plans to unveil its most ambitious product range so far.

TL;DR: Apple is developing advanced robotics technology, including a Smart Home Hub with a robotic arm and an AI assistant featuring a unique personality, targeting a 2027 launch. The company also plans a foldable iPad-Mac hybrid expected by 2028, aiming ...

Robot has begun bankruptcy proceedings under which its Chinese creditors will acquire the consumer robot company and continue the brand.

While the Roborock Saros Z70 didn’t exactly live up to the hype, there’s no denying its robotic arm is still a cool piece of technology. Capable of picking up small objects in its path, moving them to a new location, then continuing its cleaning ...

Forbes SmartClean robotic vacuum cleaner focuses on practical automation, combining vacuuming and mopping, app controls, and mapping to suit Indian homes, handling daily dust and spills with minimal manual intervention.