Beijing to Launch World’s First Humanoid Robot “4S Store” This August
Beijing’s Economic‑Technological Development Area (E‑Town) will unveil the world’s first “4S store” for embodied intelligent robots in August 2025, coinciding with that year’s World Robot Conference (August 8–12).
Wandercraft Secures $75M Series D to Scale AI-Powered Humanoids & Exoskeletons
Paris-based Wandercraft, known for its self-balancing robotics, has raised $75 million in a Series D funding round announced June 11, 2025. The cash infusion, led by Renault Group and supported by Bpifrance, the European Investment Bank, Teampact Ventures, and Quadrant Management, aims to accelerate development of its AI-enhanced humanoid robots and wearable exoskeletons.
China Debuts First Humanoid Robot “Swarm” in Car Factory
China's UBTech has recently achieved a major milestone: deploying a coordinated fleet of its Walker S1 humanoid robots at Zeekr’s 5G-enabled smart factory in Ningbo, Zhejiang province. This marks the world’s first multi-task, multi-scenario training of humanoid robots collaboratively performing real industrial workflows.
Home Robots Are the Next Tech Revolution, These 5 Companies Are Racing to Own It
Humanoid robots are no longer science fiction—they're the next major consumer tech wave, poised to redefine how we live, work, and interact at home. This article spotlights five companies—Tesla, Figure AI, Agility Robotics, Boston Dynamics, and Unitree Robotics—that are leading the charge to bring in-home robots to market. With valuations in the billions and bold visions for automation, these companies are racing to build the “iPhone of robotics,” aiming to dominate a market set to explode in the next five years. From logistics to companionship, the age of humanoids is here—and the battle for household dominance has already begun.
Amazon to Test Humanoid Robots for Last-Mile Delivery
Amazon is taking a bold step toward the future of delivery logistics by testing bipedal humanoid robots to deliver packages. The tech giant has reportedly constructed a sophisticated indoor obstacle course to evaluate robots from several manufacturers, most notably, Chinese robotics company Unitree, known for its agile and affordable humanoid prototypes.
Inside the “Elonomy”: How Optimus and Tesla’s Ecosystem Are Merging Into One Intelligent Future
Tesla may be entering a transformative phase, one that Morgan Stanley analysts have dubbed the rise of the “Elonomy.” In a recent investor report on $TSLA, the financial giant outlined a growing vision in which Elon Musk’s sprawling tech empire, Tesla, xAI, Neuralink, and SpaceX, begins to converge around the development and deployment of advanced AI and robotics, most notably the Optimus humanoid robot.
Guangzhou Fuwei Robotics Unveils High-Precision Wheeled Humanoid Prototype
A new entrant in the rapidly evolving humanoid robotics space has emerged from China. Guangzhou Fuwei Robotics has unveiled a wheeled humanoid robot prototype designed specifically for industrial, high-precision operations.
Hubei’s Wheeled Housebot Learns to Serve, Fold, and Summarize
In a major stride for service robotics, Hubei GuangGuDongZhi has introduced a new wheeled humanoid robot that’s actively training to master real-world household and hospitality tasks, including serving plates, pouring coffee, folding clothes, and even summarizing information.
Boston Dynamics’ Atlas AI Brings Us Closer to Physically Intelligent HouseBots
Boston Dynamics is once again pushing the boundaries of robotics, this time with a new leap in perception and interaction for its flagship humanoid robot, Atlas. In a recent deep dive by their AI team, they revealed how the next generation of Atlas not only sees the world, but understands and manipulates it with increasing intelligence and agility.
Meet ZERITH H1: The Hotel Housekeeper of the Future
In the race toward making humanoid robots a part of daily life, China's ZERITH is making bold strides with its new housekeeping robot, the ZERITH H1. Purpose-built for hospitality, the H1 is designed to handle one of the most labor-intensive environments in service, hotel housekeeping.
From Haircuts to Household Harmony
What once seemed like a science fiction novelty—getting a haircut from a robot—is now a tangible reality. Engineer Shane Wighton, widely known for his creative tech experiments, has developed a robotic barber capable of giving haircuts using scissors and pre-programmed styling modes. This is more than a gimmick; it’s a glimpse into the expanding future of consumer robotics.
Sharpa Unveils SharpaWave: The World’s Most Tactile Dexterous Robot Hand
Singapore-based robotics startup Sharpa is redefining what robotic manipulation means with the debut of its latest innovation: SharpaWave, a 22-degree-of-freedom (DOF) dexterous hand that brings human-like precision and speed to the world of robotics.
TETRABOT 01: The Explosion-Proof Humanoid Robot Redefining Industrial Safety
In a powerful leap toward safer industrial environments, TETRABOT 01—developed by TETRABOT, a robotics company based in Nanjing, China—is now actively replacing humans in one of the most dangerous sectors of factory work: high-voltage power rooms.
The Rise of Housebots: Navigating the Future of Cooking with Automation
Household robots are no longer just futuristic fantasies, they are rapidly becoming a part of everyday life. What began with robotic vacuums like the Roomba has evolved into full-scale domestic assistants capable of performing complex tasks that once required human hands.
Dubai Introduces AI-Powered Tourist Police Officer: A Glimpse into the Future of Smart City Policing
Dubai has unveiled its latest innovation in public safety: an AI-powered police officer designed specifically to assist tourists.
XPeng’s IRON Robot Rolls into Shanghai Auto Show in Style
XPeng is bringing something special to this year’s Shanghai Auto Show—and it’s not just another sleek electric vehicle. The Chinese automaker is showcasing its latest innovation in robotics with the public debut of the IRON robot, dramatically arriving in an XPeng X9 electric minivan.
Meta's Locate 3D Could Teach Your Robot to Fetch Your Keys
Imagine asking your housebot to “bring me the keys from the table in the living room”—and it actually does it. Thanks to a groundbreaking project from the robotics team at Meta AI, that reality just got one step closer.
The Race to Be the First True "Home Robot": Who Will Win?
The race to bring the first true "Home Robot" into everyday households is heating up, with major players and startups introducing innovative machines aimed at redefining domestic life. Among them are Samsung Ballie, a smart home coordinator; Tesla Optimus, a humanoid generalist; Figure 01, a lifelike assistant backed by big names like OpenAI and Bezos; and 1X Technologies' Neo Gamma, which is already slated for real-world home trials in 2025.
Additional contenders include the Roborock Saros Z70, a cleaning powerhouse with the ability to pick up clutter, and Enchanted Tools' Mirokai, a charming hospital-ready bot that balances on a ball and interacts emotionally with users. While Ballie and Saros Z70 are closest to widespread consumer availability, they fall short of the full-service definition of a home robot. Figure 01 and Optimus are more ambitious in scope but still years from household use.
Ultimately, Neo Gamma appears to be the most likely to achieve the title of "first true home robot," with actual deployments planned and practical household capabilities—even if it initially relies on human teleoperation. As the lines between helper, companion, and cleaner blur, these robots are moving us rapidly toward a smarter, more robotic future at home.
Pioneering the Next Generation of Humanoid Robots for Your Home
The future of domestic living is on the cusp of a revolution. Humanoid robots, once confined to industrial tasks and controlled environments, are now being reimagined for home use. At HouseBots, we’re excited about this transformation, as the blending of artificial intelligence and robotics is set to redefine how we approach everyday chores and personal assistance.