Robot Capabilities and Specifications - 1X's Neo humanoid robot is 5'6" tall and weighs 66 lb [1] - Neo can lift 154 lb and carry 55 lb [1] - The robot's hands are waterproof, but the rest of the robot is not [1] Development and Functionality - 1X aims to create a robot capable of autonomously performing household chores via voice command, but the technology is still in development [1] - Early adopters will contribute data to develop the robot's AI and improve its autonomy [1] - 1X offers "expert mode," where employees teleyoperate the robot to perform chores [1] Privacy and Safety - The robot will only be teleyoperated at user-selected times, indicated by light rings [1] - Cameras blur people out, and users can opt out of data sharing [1] - Users can set "no go zones" within their homes [1] Pricing and Availability - Reserving a pre-order costs $200 [1] - Outright purchase costs $20,000 with priority delivery starting in 2026 [1] - A $500 per month rental option will be available later [1]
Neo Humanoid for the Home Begins Preorder (With Caveats)
CNET·2025-11-02 13:00