IFA 2026: robots, AI and new forms of movement. Twelve gadgets you wouldn’t expect

Robotics is evolving, and this was confirmed at IFA 2026 through a number of particularly intriguing products. Not just more autonomous or more powerful robots, but machines that are attempting to carry out tasks that were previously impossible – or almost impossible – for domestic and professional devices. From exoskeletons that mimic human movements to robot vacuum cleaners that tackle stairs and lawnmowers capable of climbing. And then there are gadgets such as AI-powered binoculars and new mini-devices that act as voice assistants. Here are seven products that illustrate what’s happening in the world of tech.