Following its unveiling at CES 2026, LG Electronics will conduct real-world testing of its AI home robot CLOiD next year, prioritizing safety and reliability, CEO Lyu Jae-cheol announced. Rapid robotic advances could accelerate commercialization.
LAS VEGAS — At a CES 2026 press conference, LG CEO Lyu Jae-cheol outlined next steps for the CLOiD robot, unveiled earlier in the week to handle household chores and integrate with smart appliances.
Lyu, in his first press briefing since taking office in November 2025, said, “Rather than discussing a concrete commercialization timeline at this stage, we plan to move the robot out of the laboratory and into real-world settings around next year.” A feasibility demonstration is scheduled for that period, with launch dates to follow based on results.
Impressed by fast-evolving robot tech at CES—including competitors from Chinese firms—Lyu noted commercialization could happen sooner than expected, potentially speeding up CLOiD's timeline.
Acknowledging CLOiD's current slower speed compared to some rivals, Lyu emphasized, “Safety and reliability take priority since the robot must operate in real homes. Speed will improve primarily through large-scale training, which is still ongoing.” He added, “We expect CLOiD to reach near-human levels of performance within a few months. Once this is achieved, speed will no longer be an issue.”
