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Today's Topics:
1. You can now order this robot butler, but there?s something
you should know (Antony Barry)
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Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2025 16:15:31 +1100
From: Antony Barry <[email protected]>
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Subject: [LINK] You can now order this robot butler, but there?s
something you should know
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The article reports that 1X Technologies has opened preorders for its new
humanoid home robot, called NEO.
Key details:
- **NEO is designed to perform household chores** such as tidying, vacuuming,
watering plants, laundry, and even engaging in human-like conversation.
- The robot costs a **$200 refundable deposit plus $20,000 on delivery** or can
be leased for $499 per month (minimum 6 months).
- **Specs:** NEO stands 66 inches tall, weighs 66 pounds, operates up to 4
hours per charge, can lift 154 pounds, and carry up to 55 pounds. It is
equipped with multiple microphones, speakers, and cameras.
- **Major caveat:** For complex tasks, NEO is **remotely operated by a human at
1X Technologies, who can see inside your home through the robot?s cameras**.
The system includes privacy features?users can restrict rooms and blur faces,
and an app view lets owners see through the robot?s eyes.
- **Goal:** This remote operation helps train NEO?s AI for future independence.
- **Review:** Early testing showed mixed results?task performance is slow, but
the company promises significant improvements in coming versions, including
better hand dexterity.
- **Broader context:** While many companies are developing humanoid robots for
workplaces, efforts like 1X and Figure are aiming for home use as well. The
technology, however, **is still at an early stage** and remains reliant on
human assistance for now.
**Bottom line:** You can now reserve a robot butler, but current models need
remote human help for tougher jobs, raising both potential and privacy
concerns.[1]
[1](https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/neo-humanoid-robot-preorder/?lctg=1980929&utm_source=digitaltrends&utm_medium=email&utm_content=subscriber_id:1980929&utm_campaign=DTDaily20251029)
Antony Barry
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