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How AI Navigation is Improving the Performance of Robotic Pool Cleaners

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Robotic pool cleaners used to be judged mostly by suction, brushes, and how much debris they could collect. Those things still matter, but they are no longer the whole performance story.

The bigger shift is navigation.

A pool robot that moves randomly may clean some areas well and miss others. It may repeat the same route, struggle near steps, or leave the waterline looking unfinished. That is why AI navigation is becoming a core part of robotic pool cleaner performance. It helps the machine understand the pool as a space, not just a container of water. [Read more…] about How AI Navigation is Improving the Performance of Robotic Pool Cleaners

Segway Navimow wins two Red Dot awards for next-generation robotic lawn mowers

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Segway Navimow, a robotic lawn mower brand, has been recognised for its excellence in product design at the Red Dot Design Awards.

Navimow’s X4 and H2 models, have been recognised for their outstanding design. The recognition underscores Navimow’s continued commitment to cutting-edge innovation, premium design, and user-centric engineering in the smart gardening category.

With a nearly 70-year history, the Red Dot Design Award is one of the most prestigious design competitions worldwide. [Read more…] about Segway Navimow wins two Red Dot awards for next-generation robotic lawn mowers

Segway Navimow reaches 1 million units in global cumulative mass production

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Robotic lawn mower manufacturer Segway Navimow says it has produced its one millionth unit. The organization held a ceremony at its research and development and manufacturing base in China to celebrate the milestone.

The announcement comes as Navimow launches its new production line in Malaysia, providing a solid foundation for global supply chain stability and delivery efficiency.

George Ren, Segway Navimow CEO, said: “This milestone is just the beginning. We hope to become a model for ‘new quality productivity’ going global, making ‘made in China’ synonymous with efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in the home.” [Read more…] about Segway Navimow reaches 1 million units in global cumulative mass production

Piaggio Fast Forward launches Grogu-inspired cargo robot with autonomous following technology

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Piaggio Fast Forward has launched a new Star Wars-inspired version of its cargo-carrying robot, combining autonomous following technology with the distinctive design of Grogu’s floating pram from the Star Wars universe.

The new Grogu gitamini robot, developed in collaboration with Disney and Disney Consumer Products, is based on the company’s existing gitamini personal cargo robot platform but redesigned to resemble the transport pod used by the popular Star Wars character.

The launch comes as interest builds around the upcoming film Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu, with the robot forming part of Disney’s broader “Star Wars Most Wanted” merchandise campaign for 2026. [Read more…] about Piaggio Fast Forward launches Grogu-inspired cargo robot with autonomous following technology

Tennibot launches AI-powered tennis-playing machine with adaptive training features

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Tennibot, the Alabama-based pioneer in AI-powered tennis training equipment, has launched the Partner V2, a next-generation smart tennis ball machine that combines artificial intelligence, a lighter form factor, and expanded shot capabilities to deliver the most advanced practice experience available to tennis players today.

The Partner V2 tennis ball machine is available now at an introductory price of $2,245 (regularly $3,500), with free shipping, free returns, a 60-day risk-free trial, and a 3-year warranty. Every unit is designed and manufactured in the USA. [Read more…] about Tennibot launches AI-powered tennis-playing machine with adaptive training features

Segway Navimow robotic lawn mowers earn TÜV certification for minimal lawn impact

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Segway Navimow, the pioneer in lawn care technology, has successfully subjected its X420 and i206 AWD robotic lawn mower models to rigorous testing by TÜV Rheinland. Both devices are the first and only to receive the coveted Lawn Care certification.

This award confirms that Navimow robotic lawn mowers have Minimal Lawn Impact Performance, thus setting a new standard for ultimate lawn protection. [Read more…] about Segway Navimow robotic lawn mowers earn TÜV certification for minimal lawn impact

Honor unveils humanoid robot alongside new AI devices at Mobile World Congress

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Honor has unveiled its first humanoid robot as part of a broader push into artificial intelligence devices at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona.

The company, best known for its smartphones, used the event to present a range of AI-powered products, including a concept “Robot Phone,” a new foldable handset and several computing devices. But the appearance of a humanoid robot on stage signaled the company’s intention to move beyond traditional consumer electronics into embodied AI systems.

According to Honor, the robot forms part of its wider strategy to develop intelligent machines that can operate in real-world environments and interact with people in more natural ways. [Read more…] about Honor unveils humanoid robot alongside new AI devices at Mobile World Congress

Sunday unveils new humanoid robot for the home

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Sunday, an AI startup founded by Stanford PhD roboticists Tony Zhao (CEO) and Cheng Chi (CTO), has emerged from stealth to introduce Memo.

Memo is a personal robot engineered to help families gain back time spent on chores like dishes, laundry, and tidying up. Its development centers on learning from authentic daily routines collected in more than 500 real homes using Sunday’s patented Skill Capture Glove, a wearable that records how people move, clean, and organize.

Memo puts household data at the heart of personal robotics. Unlike most in-home robots, Memo’s training comes from approximately 10 million episodes of genuine household routines, representing an unmatched level of data diversity, quality, and in-the-wild volume. [Read more…] about Sunday unveils new humanoid robot for the home

1X launches new humanoid robot to ‘redefine life at home’

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1X has announced the pre-order launch of NEO, which it describes as “the world’s first consumer-ready humanoid robot designed to transform life at home”.

The company says NEO automates everyday chores and offers personalized assistance so people can spend more time on the things that matter.

With intuitive, user-friendly features and a revolutionary hardware platform, NEO is the safest, most affordable, and most capable humanoid on Earth. [Read more…] about 1X launches new humanoid robot to ‘redefine life at home’

Beijing startup Noetix Robotics launches ‘consumer-grade humanoid robot’ at $1,400

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Beijing-based robot-maker Noetix Robotics has announced the upcoming pre-sale of its latest humanoid robot, named “Bumi”, at a breakthrough price of ¥9,998 (approximately $1,400), making it the first high-performance humanoid robot in China to dip below the ¥10,000 mark.

Standing at approximately 94 cm tall and weighing roughly 12 kg, Bumi features a 48 V battery with over 3.5 Ah capacity (yielding 1 to 2 hours of run time) and is capable of walking, running and dancing motions.

The company says the robot supports drag-and-drop graphical programming for children, and voice interaction for companion and educational scenarios. [Read more…] about Beijing startup Noetix Robotics launches ‘consumer-grade humanoid robot’ at $1,400