At CES this year, a batch of robots that have been touted as the next generation of household servants made their debut, but none of them seemed particularly enthusiastic about it. Instead, they lumbered around with all the speed and agility of a tortoise on valium.
LG's CLOiD was one such robot, which showed off its impressive skills in doing laundry – albeit at a glacial pace that would put even the most seasoned snail to shame. The robot demonstrated its ability to move around using a wheeled base rather than legs, and it also managed to pick up a carton of milk from the fridge and hand it to a human with all the finesse of a sleepy sloth.
But what really caught our attention was that CLOiD was able to complete its tasks autonomously, without any visible human intervention. This was a major breakthrough in robotics, as most household robots on the market are still controlled remotely by an unseen force behind a curtain – rather like Elon Musk's Optimus robot, which has been touted as the next generation of smart home technology.
However, CLOiD's autonomy is not without its limitations. According to LG, there are no immediate plans to make the robot commercially available, and it remains to be seen whether it will ever find its way onto store shelves for consumers to buy. But what's most interesting about CLOiD is that it represents a shift towards fully autonomous robots that can complete tasks on their own without human intervention.
Other notable robots at CES included Sharpa's North, which was able to play ping pong with impressive dexterity and accuracy – despite its somewhat awkward appearance. The robot's ability to climb stairs using its legs made us wonder if we might see a new wave of humanoid robots in the future that are capable of performing more complex tasks.
Meanwhile, Roborock's Saros Rover is a low-profile vacuum robot that can actually tackle some of the most mundane household chores with ease – including cleaning stairs. While it may not be as flashy or attention-grabbing as some other robots on the market, its ability to climb and clean with ease makes it an intriguing addition to the world of robotics.
Overall, while none of the robots at CES are quite ready for prime time just yet, they represent a promising step forward in the development of fully autonomous household servants that can complete tasks on their own without human intervention. And who knows? Maybe one day we'll be able to leave our dirty laundry behind and let these slow-moving robots take care of it for us – or at least, try to.
LG's CLOiD was one such robot, which showed off its impressive skills in doing laundry – albeit at a glacial pace that would put even the most seasoned snail to shame. The robot demonstrated its ability to move around using a wheeled base rather than legs, and it also managed to pick up a carton of milk from the fridge and hand it to a human with all the finesse of a sleepy sloth.
But what really caught our attention was that CLOiD was able to complete its tasks autonomously, without any visible human intervention. This was a major breakthrough in robotics, as most household robots on the market are still controlled remotely by an unseen force behind a curtain – rather like Elon Musk's Optimus robot, which has been touted as the next generation of smart home technology.
However, CLOiD's autonomy is not without its limitations. According to LG, there are no immediate plans to make the robot commercially available, and it remains to be seen whether it will ever find its way onto store shelves for consumers to buy. But what's most interesting about CLOiD is that it represents a shift towards fully autonomous robots that can complete tasks on their own without human intervention.
Other notable robots at CES included Sharpa's North, which was able to play ping pong with impressive dexterity and accuracy – despite its somewhat awkward appearance. The robot's ability to climb stairs using its legs made us wonder if we might see a new wave of humanoid robots in the future that are capable of performing more complex tasks.
Meanwhile, Roborock's Saros Rover is a low-profile vacuum robot that can actually tackle some of the most mundane household chores with ease – including cleaning stairs. While it may not be as flashy or attention-grabbing as some other robots on the market, its ability to climb and clean with ease makes it an intriguing addition to the world of robotics.
Overall, while none of the robots at CES are quite ready for prime time just yet, they represent a promising step forward in the development of fully autonomous household servants that can complete tasks on their own without human intervention. And who knows? Maybe one day we'll be able to leave our dirty laundry behind and let these slow-moving robots take care of it for us – or at least, try to.
I mean, they're just so slow! Like, what's the point of having a robot that can do laundry if it's gonna take forever? 
And don't even get me started on CLOiD's awkwardness - it's like watching a sleepy sloth try to do a TikTok dance. 
It's like, when are we gonna get robots that can actually take care of us without needing a human lifeline?
Like, $10k for a robot that's just gonna sit there and look pretty? No thanks! I'd rather spend that money on actual help - like hiring someone to do my laundry. 
i mean who wants a robot that's as sluggish as my grandma when she gets up in the morning? 
but for real though, these robots are kinda cute and it's awesome that they can do all sorts of household tasks without us even having to lift a finger. like who needs human intervention when you've got AI and robotics on your side? i'm hyped for the future of robot tech and maybe one day we'll have a robot that can fold our laundry while simultaneously making us a cup of coffee 
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. Like, who wants to wait around for their laundry to finish doing itself? 
On the other hand, I can kinda see the appeal of having a robot that can tackle those mundane tasks without me lifting a finger 
. But let's be real, it'd be nice if they could pick up the pace a bit... or maybe just add some caffeine to their system 
where robots are slowly taking over our daily lives. but honestly, can you blame them? i mean, who wants to spend their precious time folding laundry when you could be out exploring the world or just chillin' on the couch? 
. but on a more serious note, it's kinda cool to see these robots trying to learn and adapt on their own - like, if they can't even get laundry done right, maybe they'll figure out how to make a decent cup of coffee for me 
. I mean, who needs speed and agility when you can just plod along and get the job done, right? The CLOiD robot is like the ultimate couch potato – it's all about efficiency, even if it means being slow 
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. Until then, I'll be over here, nostalgic for the good old days when household chores were a breeze... or at least, that's what I keep telling myself 
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I'm loving the progress being made in robot tech, but gotta say, these household servants just don't seem that exciting yet 
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. I get that speed isn't everything, but come on, can't we have robots that can pick up groceries without needing a nap 
? And what about those stairs? Roborock's Saros Rover might be able to tackle them, but why not make the entire robot humanoid instead of just having legs 
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. Maybe one day we'll have robots that are more than just functional, but also fun and engaging to be around 
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But seriously, CLOiD's autonomy is still pretty limited, right? Like, we're talking hours or even days of "autonomous operation" before the human intervention kicks in. It's just so slow... I mean, I love a good cuppa as much as the next person, but come on! 