Robots July 2026
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FCC Bans New Foreign-Made Robot Vacuums, Threatening Future Matter and HomeKit Models
The FCC this week banned all new "foreign-produced advanced robotic devices" because of an "unacceptable risk to the national security of the United States". The government says networked robotic systems lead to vulnerabilities that allow bad actors to control the devices and collect surveillance data from Americans.
Google DeepMind’s new AI model can control a robot’s entire body
The new model can help robots tie up trash bags and unscrew lightbulbs, too.
It's not just humanoid robots, new robot vacuums face a US blockade
A new Federal Communications Commission order goes far, far beyond banning just humanoid robots, and will leave Apple Home users with fewer new autonomous robot vacuums to choose from.
Dreame’s best robot mower, the A3 AWD Pro, just got a lot more affordable
Dreame's flagship mower can be yours for $900 off, which is practically a steal.
The FCC’s foreign robot ban declares war on robotic vacuum cleaners
The FCC's ban on foreign "advanced robotic devices" turns out to be a lot more broad than it appeared on first glance.
The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.
Almost all future robot vacuums were just banned by the US government
Almost all future robot vacuums were just banned by the US government, though no one is coming for current models. Here are the details.
Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots
The US and China are locked in a race to the lead the world in robotics and artificial intelligence.
It’s official: That crazy gimbal-toting Robot Phone has dual 200MP cameras, loads of features
HONOR has finally revealed a few key camera specs for its upcoming Robot Phone. And it looks like a winner even without the gimbal.
The Best Deals Today: Saros, Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, DJI Mini 4K, and More
A new weekend has arrived, and today, you can save on Saros, Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, the DJI Mini 4K drone, Apple AirPods 4, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, and more. Check out our top picks for Sunday, July 26, below.Saros for $49.99Saros is on sale for $49.99 today at Amazon, which matches the lowest price we've seen so far. As one of the biggest PS5 exclusives in 2026, now is a great time to check out Housemarque's latest if you haven't. In our review, we wrote, "With Saros, Housemarque once again proved that its bullet-hell sensibilities mesh incredibly well with fluid and super-challenging action. This is primarily a test of skill that's as much a rhythmic dance as it is a fireworks show with a punch-packing sci-fi arsenal."DJI Mini 4K for $229This weekend, you can save 23% off the DJI Mini 4K drone, which is normally priced at $300. This drone is small enough not to require FAA registration, but it's powerful enough to fly for 31 minutes, with support for 10km video transmission and auto return. The DJI Mini is equipped with a 4K camera on a 3-axis gimbal, so you can capture amazing shots in crisp fidelity.Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection for $29.99Amazon has PS5 copies of Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection on sale for $29.99 today, which saves you $10 off this collection of seven games. In our 8/10 review, we wrote, "The Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is the best way to play as the most underrated version of the Blue Bomber."Apple AirPods 4 for $99Amazon has the Apple AirPods 4 on sale for $99 today. These earbuds feature Spatial Audio, up to five hours of listening time per charge, and so much more. Apple AirPods 5 likely won't be out for a good bit, so now is the perfect time to pick up a pair of new AirPods if your old ones are giving out.Lego Batman Forever Set for $79.99The classic Batmobile from Batman Forever is here in Lego form, with a Lego DC Batman minifugure starring the suit used in the move. This weekend, you can save 20% off this 909-piece set, which is a great addition to any comic book fan's collection. The cockpit on the Batmobile opens up to reveal seats and a detailed interior, and you can easily put this vehicle on any shelf or table.Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter for $39.99Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is the very first entry in the beloved Trails series, and this remake from last year brought new life into the original game. Considering 2nd Chapter is set to release in September, this is a great time to pick up 1st Chapter if you've never had a chance to check it out.Mortal Kombat 4K Limited Edition for $39.99This 4K blu-ray just released last month, but you can already save big and pick up a copy for $39.99. The Mortal Kombat Kollection comes with both Mortal Kombat and Mortal Kombat: Annihilation. Both films have received brand new 4K restorations by Arrow Films, with Dolby Vision support, lossless audio support, and optional English subtitles.Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake for $32.99Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake is a very ambitious pair of remakes, breathing new life into these classics. Dragon Quest II especially saw huge additions to its story, making this the definitive version of the game. Amazon has discounted Xbox copies of Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake down to $32.99, which is the best price we've seen since release. In our 9/10 review, we wrote, "Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake beautifully concludes this trilogy, recapturing the retro magic of the originals while giving them a modern facelift."LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 Set for $79.99LEGO Star Wars is bigger than ever, and today, Amazon has the amazing R2-D2 set priced at $79.99, saving you $20. This set features 1050 pieces, plus Darth Malak and R2-D2 minifigures in addition to the major R2-D2 droid. Speaking of, you can rotate R2-D2's head 360 degrees, use its detachable third leg, and more.Noah Hunter is a freelance writer and reviewer with a passion for games and technology. He co-founded Final Weapon, an outlet focused on nonsense-free Japanese gaming (in 2019) and has contributed to various publishers writing about the medium.
The Best Deals Today: Assassin's Creed Shadows, DJI Mini 4K, Lego Batman Forever Batmobile, and More
A new weekend has arrived, and today, you can save on Assassin's Creed Shadows, the DJI Mini 4K drone, Apple AirPods 4, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, and more. Check out our top picks for Saturday, July 25, below.Assassin's Creed Shadows for $29.99Assassin's Creed Shadows is on sale this weekend for $29.99 at Amazon. As the first game in the series set in feudal Japan, this is one many fans waited years for, and it mostly delivered. In our 8/10 review, we wrote, "By sharpening the edges of its existing systems, Assassin’s Creed Shadows creates one of the best versions of the open-world style it’s been honing for the last decade."DJI Mini 4K for $229This weekend, you can save 23% off the DJI Mini 4K drone, which is normally priced at $300. This drone is small enough not to require FAA registration, but it's powerful enough to fly for 31 minutes, with support for 10km video transmission and auto return. The DJI Mini is equipped with a 4K camera on a 3-axis gimbal, so you can capture amazing shots in crisp fidelity.Apple AirPods 4 for $99Amazon has the Apple AirPods 4 on sale for $99 today. These earbuds feature Spatial Audio, up to five hours of listening time per charge, and so much more. Apple AirPods 5 likely won't be out for a good bit, so now is the perfect time to pick up a pair of new AirPods if your old ones are giving out.Lego Batman Forever Set for $79.99The classic Batmobile from Batman Forever is here in Lego form, with a Lego DC Batman minifugure starring the suit used in the move. This weekend, you can save 20% off this 909-piece set, which is a great addition to any comic book fan's collection. The cockpit on the Batmobile opens up to reveal seats and a detailed interior, and you can easily put this vehicle on any shelf or table.Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter for $39.99Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is the very first entry in the beloved Trails series, and this remake from last year brought new life into the original game. Considering 2nd Chapter is set to release in September, this is a great time to pick up 1st Chapter if you've never had a chance to check it out.Mortal Kombat 4K Limited Edition for $39.99This 4K blu-ray just released last month, but you can already save big and pick up a copy for $39.99. The Mortal Kombat Kollection comes with both Mortal Kombat and Mortal Kombat: Annihilation. Both films have received brand new 4K restorations by Arrow Films, with Dolby Vision support, lossless audio support, and optional English subtitles.LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 Set for $79.99LEGO Star Wars is bigger than ever, and today, Amazon has the amazing R2-D2 set priced at $79.99, saving you $20. This set features 1050 pieces, plus Darth Malak and R2-D2 minifigures in addition to the major R2-D2 droid. Speaking of, you can rotate R2-D2's head 360 degrees, use its detachable third leg, and more.Noah Hunter is a freelance writer and reviewer with a passion for games and technology. He co-founded Final Weapon, an outlet focused on nonsense-free Japanese gaming (in 2019) and has contributed to various publishers writing about the medium.
Mammotion YUKA mini 2 deal cuts $350 off this LiDAR robot lawn mower
The Mammotion YUKA mini 2 robot mower drops to $1,398.99, with LiDAR navigation, AI vision, and support for lawns up to 1,000m².
'ClickLock' Malware Coerces Mac Users Into Giving Up Passwords
Security firm Group-IB has identified a new piece of macOS malware in the wild that pressures users into surrendering their passwords via a barrage of fake system prompts. Dubbed "ClickLock Stealer," the malware needs no exploits and no elevated privileges to work. Instead, the attack depends on the victim pasting a command into Terminal and running it. The command then executes a script, and everything else follows.
AI fakes a growing problem on Apple Books, some ‘written’ in a few hours
Tech writer Joanna Stern wrote last month about discovering 10 fake versions of her book I Am Not a Robot...
These Retiring LEGO Sets Are Sold Out at the LEGO Store, But You Can Still Snag Them At Amazon
If you're a LEGO fan, it can sometimes be hard to keep track of what sets are retiring soon, which ones are out of stock, and so on, so we've done the research for you. Every month, LEGO sunsets a selection of different sets that have been on the market awhile, meaning they often can't be purchased directly through their site or at most major retailers after the offcial retire date. This month is no different, but almost 30 of these sets are already out of stock on LEGO's website. Luckily, Amazon still has a handful of them in stock if you're looking to pick one up before they get the boot.One of the most popular LEGO sets in recent years has been The Legend of Zelda Great Deku tree set. That's also set to be retired at the end of July, but it's been sold out everywhere since its sunsetting was announced. Once a popular set goes out of stock completely you'll only be able to buy it at a marked up price from 3rd-party sellers.The eight sets you can find in stock at Amazon cover an eclectic range of themes from LEGO's vast catalogue, from Star Wars and One Piece to the super-popular Botanicals line. It may be your last chance to pick some of these up at their sticker prices, and a couple of them are even on sale for a few bucks off. They're all shipped by Amazon, but some of them are sold by third party vendors.Star Wars Home One StarcruiserOne of two Star Wars LEGO sets part of this batch is the Home One Starcruiser from Return of the Jedi. It's 559 pieces, is over a foot long, comes with a display stand and information plaque, and even has a miniature Nebulon-B Medical Frigate ship to show off its scale. Star Wars Acclamator-Class Assault ShipNext is one of the ships present at the Battle of Geonosis in Attack of the Clones. The recreation of the Acclamator-Class Assault Ship is made up of 450 pieces and just over 6in. high and 9in. long, so like the Home One Starcruiser won't take up much space to display on your shelf. Once Piece Battle at Arlong ParkOne of the more detailed One Piece LEGO sets, Battle at Arlong Park recreates the action-packed scene from season one of the Netflix show. It's 926 pieces, so building this while a couple episodes play in the background sounds like a great way to spend a night in. You also get five minifigures: Luffy, Nami, Usopp, Arlong, and Chu. Mario Kart - Toad's GarageToad's Garage is just one of many LEGO Mario Kart sets getting retired. The 390-piece set comes with two fully brick-built Toad figures, a Standard Kart vehicle that works with other Mario Kart sets and figures, garage supplies, and classic Mario Kart items like red and green shells. Lotus FlowerLEGO Botanicals make for great display pieces or desk decorations, and the Lotus Flower set is no different. It's a relatively quick build at 220 pieces, and Amazon has it for just $8.99 when it's usually $15. You'll get three brick-built flowers that each measure at over a foot long. Donut TruckI love a weird little build like this, and the LEGO City line is filled with them. The Donut Truck set, made up of 196 pieces, is a neat recreation of food trucks you see all over, with miniature donut bricks and a brick-built donut topper for the truck. You get two minifigures with this oneRobot World RollercoasterThe other LEGO City set is the Robot World Rollercoaster. This is a fully-functional rollercoaster build (although without a way to motorize the cars on the tracks), and an impressively-designed set. At 986 pieces, it's very detailed and includes eight different minifigures. Bugatti BolideThe LEGO Technic race car sets are some of the most intricately-designed builds LEGO has in their catalogue. The Bugatti Bolide is one such model, and is an accurate representation of the real-life vehicle. It's made up of 905 pieces, which is relatively small compared so of the more detailed builds, but still makes for a great display piece if you're a fan of both LEGO and racing. Myles Obenza is a freelance writer for IGN. Follow him on Bluesky @mylesobenza.bsky.social.
Ecovacs’ self-cleaning Deebot X11 has hit a new low price
It supports Matter too.
Unpatched Shark Vacuum Flaw Could Let Attackers Control Other Vacuums Region-Wide
Shark AWS IoT policy flaw could let one certificate send root commands to other vacuums in the same region, exposing cameras, maps, and Wi-Fi password
OpenAI’s first hardware device sounds half-speaker, half-robot
A new leak suggests the first OpenAI device may be a screenless smart speaker that can be moved around the home and act as an AI companion.
Today’s Best Deals: Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle, Astro Bot, LEGO Harry Potter Book Nook, and More
It’s also your last chance to score an incredible Audible subscription discount.
Astro Bot for PS5 Drops to Its Lowest Price Ever
For a limited time, the excellent PS5-exclusive platformer Astro Bot is back down to its lowest price ever.