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1X NEO (Norwegian)
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Summary:
1X’s NEO is a $20,000 consumer‑ready humanoid robot designed for home assistance, now upgraded with a powerful video‑based AI system that lets it learn new tasks on its own. It stands 5'6", weighs about 66 lb, and is built for safe, soft interaction while handling chores like cleaning, dishwashing, and plant‑watering.
Editorial:
1X NEO (Gamma Model): The Soft, Safety-Centric Companion
The Norwegian company 1X Technologies distinguishes itself by targeting the consumer and light-duty commercial spaces with a safety-first ethos. The NEO Gamma model features soft exterior covers and a proprietary Tendon Drive for joint actuation. This design choice is not just aesthetic; it’s engineered for safe human proximity and non-intrusive operation in homes, offices, and retail.
Standing at 5’4” and weighing just 66 lbs, NEO is approachable and equipped with features like "Emotive Ear Rings" and a three-speaker system for conversation and music. Its internal Redwood AI model enables it to perform tasks like tidying and cleaning, making it a pioneer in the "seamless domestic integration" trend.
The psychological leap. NEO is tackling the public’s fear of large, exposed robotics by making its robot look and feel gentle, inviting us to accept an android into our most private spaces.
Specifications:
Dimensions & Build
Height: 168 cm (5'6")
Weight: 30 kg (66 lb)
Frame: Lightweight composite structure
Exterior: Soft 3D‑lattice polymer shell (multiple colorways)
Design Focus: Safe physical interaction, low‑mass limbs, compliant motion
Mobility
Locomotion: Bipedal walking
Balance System: Real‑time whole‑body control
Terrain: Indoor surfaces, mild irregularities
Speed: Moderate household walking pace (not optimized for speed)
Manipulation
Arms: Dual‑arm system with compliant actuation
Hands: Multi‑finger grippers designed for household objects
Payload: Light‑duty home tasks (e.g., dishes, laundry, plants)
Precision: High‑accuracy grasping via vision‑guided control
Perception & Sensors
Vision: Multi‑camera array with depth sensing
Audio: Far‑field microphone system
Environmental Awareness: Object recognition, spatial mapping, task‑level scene understanding
Safety: Collision avoidance, soft‑contact behavior
Compute & AI
Core System: 1X World Model (video‑trained generalist AI)
Capabilities:
Learns new tasks from video
Converts voice/text instructions into physical actions
Predictive “imagination” for planning and error correction
On‑Device Compute: High‑efficiency edge AI hardware
Cloud: Optional cloud‑assisted reasoning
Connectivity
Wireless: Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, 5G
Integration: Voice assistants, mobile app, remote expert guidance
Battery & Power
Runtime: Several hours of mixed household tasks
Charging: Standard wall charging dock
Power Management: Adaptive load balancing for safe operation
Audio & Interaction
Speakers: Full‑range audio system (can function as a mobile speaker)
Interface: Voice, app, gesture‑aware behavior
Use Cases
Dishwashing
Laundry handling
Trash removal
Plant care
General tidying
Light household assistance
Pricing
$20,000 purchase
$499/month subscription option
Image: DigitalDriftT
Company Source:
1X Technologies — Official Website
https://www.1x.tech
About 1X Technologies
https://www.1x.tech/about
Key News & Coverage:
1X Launches NEO Home Humanoid Robot
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251027434628/en/1X-Launches-NEO-The-Robot-Redefining-Life-at-Home
1X Partners With EQT to Deploy Up to 10,000 Humanoid Robots
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251211360340/en/1X-
Announces-Strategic-Partnership-to-Make-up-to-10000-Humanoid-Robots-Available-to-EQTs-Global-Portfolio
1X Opens Pre-Orders for NEO Humanoid Robot
https://www.therobotreport.com/1x-announces-pre-order-launch-neo-humanoid-robot/
Inside 1X’s Vision for Home Humanoid Robots
https://www.fastcompany.com/91428202/meet-the-humanoid-robot-headed-for-homes
NEO Gamma Humanoid Robot Explained
https://www.notebookcheck.net/1X-Technologies-unveils-
Additiional Information: +++
Variants & Product Evolution
The first prototype was NEO Beta (2024) followed by NEO Gamma (2025), which introduces improved manipulation, safer design, quieter operation, and better AI perception.
AI & Interaction Improvements
“Emotive Ear Rings” provide visual feedback on robot state and enhance user communication.
The robot’s four-mic array with beamforming and echo cancellation improves audio capture and natural language processing.
A three-speaker audio system lets NEO function as a mobile entertainment device as well as an assistant.
User Experience & Interface
NEO can self-charge autonomously, plugging itself into a dock.
A mobile app controls scheduling, monitoring, and remote assistance, including VR teleoperation options.
Performance & Hardware Specs
From official product details:
Battery: ~842 Wh capacity, ~4 h runtime; quick recharge capability (~6 min adds ~1 h run).
Walking: ~1.4 m/s typical speed, with higher peak movement on limbs.
Ingress protection: IP68 on hands (water submersion) and IP44 on body (splash resistant).
Precision & actuation: Tendon drive with very low inertia and fine control.
Market & Deployment Plans
Preorders opened late 2025 and first deliveries are planned for 2026 (U.S. focus).
1X plans to expand to other global markets after initial U.S. rollout.
Testing & Early Adoption
Company sources and tech reporting indicate NEO robots will be tested in several hundred homes in 2025 to gather real-world data.
Privacy & Teleoperation Safety
Because teleoperator guidance may be used for learning or helping, privacy controls like consent, no-go zones, and face blurring are offered.