August 30, 2026
Xiaomi has launched its first NAS device, Xiaomi Smart Storage, in China with prices starting at CNY 2,699.
The dual-bay system supports up to 60TB of storage, automatic backups, and AI-powered photo search. It also integrates with Xiaomi and Mijia devices to serve as a local storage hub for phones, computers, and security cameras.
Hugging Face-owned Pollen Robotics introduced Microduck on August 27, 2026, positioning it as an open-source platform for physical AI.