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Humanoid robots and robotic pets came together on the runway to dance, perform Tai Chi, do backflips and even the splits.

Video. Humanoids at home: How robots could soon fit into everyday life

Updated: 08/09/2026 - 17:51 GMT+2

From doing the laundry to offering companionship and performing backflips, humanoid robots were everywhere at IFA 2026. Euronews took a closer look at what they can already do, and where the technology still falls short.

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