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.
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.
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.
Robotin has announced it will attend CES 2026, where it plans to demonstrate the Robotin R2, a modular robot designed to combine autonomous vacuuming with automated carpet washing.
Dreame has opened a new physical retail store at Garden State Plaza in New Jersey, marking the brand’s first retail location on the U.S. East Coast. The opening expands Dreame’s physical retail presence beyond its existing store in Los Angeles and represents a broader move beyond online-only sales channels.
iRobot’s stock jumped 135% last week after reports that the White House may push for major investment in domestic robotics. Here’s how U.S. industrial policy could reshape the future of the Roomba maker and the American robotics sector.
