There could be some bad news for New Yorkers who have been thinking about buying a Roomba-style robot vacuum. Robot Vacuums Have Become a Household EssentialOne of the most frustrating, but necessary, chores around the house is vacuuming the floors. Why Roomba Vacuums Are So PopularOne of the coolest household inventions in recent years is the Roomba robot vacuum. As we move into 2026 and 2027, new restrictions on certain robotics imported from China are expected to take effect. One thing is certain, though: with all the dog hair Ruby leaves behind, we’re hoping robot vacuums stick around.