Humanoid Robot Prototype Launches; for Home Use

Humanoid robot company 1X has unveiled its Neo Beta bipedal humanoid robot designed for home use. 

The Neo Beta prototype launch represents a significant milestone for 1X, marking the transition from conceptualization to development. The Neo features bio-inspired designs enabling it to work safely alongside people.

In a video released with the announcement, 1X shows how Neo can work among people. 

Neo was first revealed in June and is set to be mass-produced at the company's facility in Moss, Norway.

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Designed for general-purpose tasks in homes, the lightweight Neo robot autonomously performs tasks using its built-in AI. It has the height of an average human at 5.5 feet and weighs 66 pounds. The robot can lift double its weight (154 pounds), carry 44 pounds and run at speeds of up to 7.5 mph.

Bernt Bornich, CEO of 1X, said safety is the company’s top priority. 

“Safety is the cornerstone that allows us to confidently introduce Neo Beta into homes, where it will gather essential feedback and demonstrate its capabilities in real-world settings,” Bornich said. “This year, we are deploying a limited number of Neo units in selected homes for research and development purposes. Doing so means we are taking another step toward achieving our mission.”

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