Separating real humanoid robot deliveries from vaporware in April 2026. Covers 1X NEO, LG CLOiD, Hyundai-Boston Dynamics factory plans, Deloitte's 15,000-unit market data, and an honest capability assessment.
CES 2026 declared 'physical AI' the dominant theme, but the gap between demos and reality remains wide. This guide covers every home robot you can actually buy in 2026, what they realistically do, and whether they're worth the investment.