Fidget poppers are an example of “bistability,” as the popped circles rest in one of two stable states. Purdue University researchers have taken this idea to its extreme, building robots that can be ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Home robot offerings are becoming more abundant. But, with ...

Robots that move, lift, and sense objects without electronics are now possible. They work using materials that snap and bend ...

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Home robot offerings are becoming more abundant. But, with the notable exception of robot vacuums, few have "beep-booped" their way into the mainstream. As a smart home and home security expert, I ...

What if the simple push-and-pop action of a fidget toy could lead to the next generation of robots? At Purdue University, researchers are showing that it can. By using the same “pop” mechanics that ...

Meet Figure 03, the future of robotics! With advanced AI and tactile sensors, it’s more than a machine. The third generation ...

MIT and Toyota researchers developed an AI tool that builds realistic 3D worlds, helping robots train faster and smarter.

A new AI trend called Nano Banana is going viral. It uses Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash Image tool. This tool transforms photos into 3D figurines. Users can create miniatures of anything. The tool is free ...

What if a robot could handle cleaning, serving and even complex tasks around your home or workplace? That's exactly what X Square Robot hopes to deliver with its latest launch. The company just ...