The latest vacuum and floorcare industry and product news from Vacuum Wars!
Tineco has announced plans to unveil a new exhibition concept, titled “Modern Living,” along with its latest smart cleaning products at CES 2026. The showcase is expected to focus on how Tineco’s floor care appliances integrate into contemporary home environments through a combination of design, smart technology, and everyday usability.
At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, xLean is introducing the xLean TR1, a floor-cleaning robot the company describes as the world’s first dual-form, transformable floor-washing robot vacuum. The TR1 is designed to function as both an autonomous robot vacuum and a handheld cordless floor washer, combining routine floor maintenance with on-demand spot cleaning in a single unit.
Deglace, a France-based technology startup, has announced that it will showcase the Fraction, a cordless vacuum cleaner designed around modular construction, user repairability, and long-term use, at CES 2026.
CES 2026 is approaching quickly, and this year’s event is shaping up to be one of the most important yet for robot vacuums, floorcare technology, and AI-powered smart-home cleaning solutions. With major brands receiving Innovation Awards and several new robots expected to debut, CES is once again set to define
iRobot’s bankruptcy and sale have prompted reactions from founders, competitors, and industry observers across the robotics sector. From concerns about global competition and regulation to reflections on innovation cycles and market dynamics, these responses offer insight into how leaders are interpreting the end of a pivotal chapter in consumer robotics.
Today, we’re looking at the new Dyson product announcements, mainly what to expect from the manufacturer in 2026. They recently held a Dyson Unveiled event coinciding with IFA 2025 and announced 11 new Dyson products across vacuums, robot vacuums, wet floor cleaners, air purifiers, and more. It’s their largest single
Shark has released a refreshed version of the Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum (IX141), a mid-range cordless model designed for everyday home cleaning. It offers HyperVelocity suction, up to 40 minutes of runtime, and a lightweight design for use on both hard floors and carpets.
Shenzhen Picea Robotics is a China-based manufacturer that has played a key role in producing iRobot’s consumer devices. Through iRobot’s Chapter 11 restructuring, Picea is set to become the company’s new owner. This article explains who Picea is and what the acquisition means for iRobot and the broader robot vacuum market.
iRobot, the company that first brought robot vacuums into the mainstream home market, has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and has been acquired by its primary secured lender, the China-based robotics manufacturer Picea. This article breaks down what this news means, what it does not mean, and what current and future iRobot customers can expect.
Samsung has shared new details about the Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam Ultra robot vacuum ahead of CES 2026, expanding on AI object recognition, liquid detection, and navigation features first previewed at IFA 2025.
