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1X Unveils NEO Beta Humanoid Robot for Homes, AI Key for 2025

Aug 30, 2024, 08:34 PM

1X has unveiled its new humanoid robot, NEO Beta, designed for home use. The robot has sparked discussions and skepticism, with many questioning whether it is genuinely a robot or a person in a suit. The NEO Beta is part of a growing trend of humanoid robots intended to integrate into daily life, with the aim of making them intelligent and safe for human interaction. Despite some doubts, the company, led by Eric Jang and Bernt Bornich, is confident in its development, emphasizing the robot's ultra-quiet and safe design. The introduction of NEO Beta marks a step forward in the robotics industry, with expectations that humanoid robots will become more common in homes in the near future. The year 2025 is anticipated to be significant for personal robots, with success hinging on AI capabilities.