I took a deep dive into the future of robot vacuums — here's what the biggest brands have cooking, from from E.T.-style limbs to full humanoid home helpers

Robot vacuum technology is advancing with features beyond suction power, including ultra-slim designs for hard-to-reach areas and innovative navigation systems like retractable pucks. Brands like Roborock and Dreame are focusing on comprehensive cleaning capabilities and improved mopping functions to enhance home cleaning.