1X Unveils Talking Home Robot Helper NEO

1X has launched NEO, a humanoid home robot designed to automate household chores and provide personal assistance with built-in AI. The robot is crafted with tendon-driven motors and soft materials to safely navigate around people and perform tasks such as folding laundry and organizing shelves. With a weight of 66 pounds, NEO is capable of lifting 154 pounds and operates quietly at 22 decibels. Its onboard large language model allows it to hold conversations and respond to voice commands. Customers can acquire NEO through a monthly subscription or a one-time purchase, both requiring a deposit. The launch of NEO is set against a backdrop of rapid growth in the humanoid and service robot markets, which experts predict could exceed $300 billion in the next decade. Competitors like Richtech and Unitree Robotics are also advancing humanoid technology for various applications, indicating a vibrant race among firms to dominate the emerging market for robotic assistants.

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