Hold onto your hats, tech enthusiasts! Norwegian robotics company 1X is making waves with its announcement to roll out real-world trials of its humanoid robot, Neo Gamma, in hundreds to potentially thousands of homes by the end of 2025. Talk about living in the future! 😮
CEO Bernt Børnich dropped the bombshell during an interview at Nvidia GTC 2025, revealing that early adopters will soon have the chance to co-develop this cutting-edge system. “To make it truly useful, we need it to live and learn in real home environments,” Børnich emphasized, highlighting the importance of real-world testing.
The race to dominate the humanoid robotics space is heating up, with competitors like Figure also announcing in-home testing plans and rumored to be securing a jaw-dropping $1.5 billion in funding. Even OpenAI, a backer of 1X, is reportedly eyeing the humanoid robotics arena. The stakes? Sky-high.
But it’s not all smooth sailing. Deploying robots into private homes comes with its fair share of challenges, from ensuring safety to addressing privacy concerns. Imagine a robot with cameras and microphones in your living room! 1X assures users will have control over when employees can access the robot’s surroundings, but the debate is far from over.
Neo Gamma, showcased at Nvidia GTC, impressed with tasks like vacuuming and watering plants, though a Wi-Fi hiccup caused a dramatic collapse during the demo. Proof that even robots have their off days.
With a waitlist already open, the buzz is undeniable. Yet, questions linger about Neo Gamma’s autonomy and the specifics of its go-to-market strategy. One thing’s for sure: the future of home robotics is knocking at our doors, and 1X is leading the charge. Are you ready to welcome a robot into your home? 🔥
