Roborock introduced the Saros Rover at CES 2026, a groundbreaking robot vacuum equipped with articulating legs that enable it to climb stairs and clean them, addressing a long-standing limitation of robot vacuums. The Rover's legs move fluidly, allowing it to navigate stairs by lifting its body and pivoting to vacuum each step, although it operates slowly and cautiously. While still in development and lacking a mopping system, the Rover represents a significant evolution in robotic cleaning technology, hinting at a future where robot vacuums can access every room in a house, including those with complex staircases. This advancement matters because it marks a step towards more autonomous and versatile home cleaning robots, potentially leading to fully capable humanoid home robots.
