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Flourish Unveils Budget Home Robot Taught via Smartphone
Flourish has introduced the Flourish One, a wheeled home robot designed to learn tasks by mimicking user movements captured on a smartphone. The company plans to sell the initial 50 units for $3,555, aiming for delivery before Christmas.
Haier Launches CR3 AI Cooking Robot with 600 Recipes
Haier has started pre-sales for its CR3 AI cooking robot, which supports over 600 digital recipes and precise temperature control. The company also opened a dedicated home robot store in Wuhan to showcase the device.
Coway Launches Wearable Walking Robot with Velobotic
Coway has released a wearable robot designed to assist with walking, developed jointly with Velobotic. The device features seven specific modes for different terrains and activities, with clinical studies showing improved gait speed and lower-body strength in elderly users. It is sold exclusively through a rental service.
Flourish 1: A $3,555 Wheeled Home Robot
Flourish has unveiled Flourish 1, a wheeled semi-humanoid robot priced at $3,555 for light household tasks. The company reports that preorders for an initial batch of 50 units are now open, with deliveries scheduled to begin in December 2026. The robot is designed to be taught specific chores via a mobile app and operates autonomously on a schedule.
Flourish 1: A $3,555 Wheeled Robot for Home Chores
Flourish Robots has unveiled Flourish 1, a wheeled semi-humanoid robot priced at $3,555. The device targets specific household tasks like fetching objects and wiping tables, with initial deliveries scheduled for December 2026.
Dooloo Robotics signs paid exhibition deal with Colorado State University
According to a report by TechWorld, Dooloo Robotics has signed a paid service contract with Colorado State University to deploy its multi-purpose indoor robot, iroi, in the university's Innovation Collaboration Center. The robot, equipped with LiDAR and a large touchscreen, will provide interactive exhibition content and information services to students and visitors.
Flourish One: A $3,555 Home Robot Trained via Smartphone
Flourish is opening sales for Flourish One, a $3,555 wheeled home robot designed for busy parents. The device uses a Raspberry Pi and cloud AI to learn tasks by mirroring the user's smartphone movements, with a first batch of 50 units shipping before Christmas.
First reported Sep 27
AGIBOT Robots Deployed at Chimelong Resort
AGIBOT has released footage showing its robots operating at the Chimelong resort in Zhuhai. According to the report, more than 300 units are performing, guiding visitors, and answering questions. The company frames this as a real-world application of embodied AI beyond demonstration environments.
First reported Sep 25
Robot Talk: Hello Robot's Stretch for Independent Living
In the latest Robot Talk episode, Claire interviews Aaron Edsinger, CEO of Hello Robot, about the company's Stretch robots. The discussion focuses on how these systems help individuals with mobility issues maintain independence.
First reported Sep 22
Hello Robot CEO to demo Stretch 4 at TechCrunch Disrupt
TechCrunch reports that Hello Robot CEO Aaron Edsinger will present a live demo of the Stretch 4 robot at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The session highlights the robot's focus on practical home tasks for users with mobility impairments, contrasting with the industry's current humanoid trend.
First reported Sep 22
Coway Unveils 1.6kg Walking Robot for Seniors
Coway has revealed a lightweight exoskeleton designed to assist with walking and climbing stairs. The device, built in collaboration with WIRobotics, will be available exclusively through a rental service starting next month.
First reported Sep 20
China's CYLINGO Opens Pre-Orders for 'Bubbo' Home Companion Robot
Chinese firm CYLINGO has begun official pre-order sales of its home companion robot Bubbo 1 on JD.com. The furry, 65cm robot uses multi-sensor fusion and a proprietary large language model to interact emotionally with household members, and has now moved into mass production.
First reported Aug 22
Sunseeker CEO: AI and GPS Could Put Robot Mowers in Half of US Homes
In an opinion piece for The Robot Report, Sunseeker Robotics CEO Terry Ma argues that advances in AI, satellite positioning, and connectivity are turning robotic lawn mowers from a niche gadget into a mainstream home-automation category. He projects the US robotic mower market could approach 50% household penetration within eight years, while also pointing to commercial landscaping as a major growth opportunity.