At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, LG introduced a home robot called CLOiD. It was shown as part of LG’s “Zero Labor Home” idea, a future where smart machines do more of the daily work at home. CLOiD is not a toy robot. LG says it is designed to help with real chores and give people more free time for family, hobbies, and rest. (lg.com)
CLOiD looks like a small helper with a head, a body, two arms, and wheels. Its head has a screen, speakers, cameras, and sensors, so it can move around the house, speak with people, and understand its surroundings. Its hands have five moving fingers, which lets it hold and move many everyday objects. LG says the robot can work with the company’s ThinQ smart home system and control connected appliances. (lg.com)
What can it do? According to LG’s CES demonstrations, CLOiD can help prepare breakfast by taking food from the refrigerator and putting bread or a croissant into the oven. It can also start laundry, fold clothes, organize items, and assist with cooking. At the show, LG also presented home scenes where CLOiD could support wellness and help older people in daily life. The robot is meant to learn a user’s habits over time and offer help in a natural way. (lg.com)
Why was CLOiD such a hot topic at CES 2026? One reason is that it feels closer to a true housework robot than many past ideas. Reports from the show said it could take a towel and place it into a washing machine, though its movements were still slow and careful. Some media also noted that CLOiD seems to be more of a concept than a product ready for stores, and LG has not announced consumer pricing or a release date. Even so, CLOiD gave visitors a fun look at a possible future: a home where robots do the boring jobs, and humans have more time to enjoy life. (engadget.com)










