WIRobotics Unveils ALLEX: A Versatile New General-Purpose HouseBot
WIRobotics Inc. has introduced ALLEX, its latest humanoid robot designed to push the boundaries of human–machine interaction and general-purpose robotics. With a focus on versatility, strength, and control, ALLEX showcases a suite of innovations that place it among the most capable humanoids entering the market today.
X Square Robot Unveils Quanta 2: A Versatile New Wheeled HouseBot
Shenzhen-based X Square Robot (自变量机器人) has officially launched the Quanta 2, a next-generation wheeled humanoid robot designed to bridge the gap between industrial utility and customer-facing service. With its compact, foldable design and advanced articulation, Quanta 2 is engineered for real-world deployment across diverse environments including warehouses, hotels, and retail spaces.
Figure 02 Does the Laundry
In a quiet yet groundbreaking moment, Figure 02, one of the world’s most advanced humanoid robots, was recently captured autonomously doing laundry in the home of Figure CEO Brett Adcock. More than just a PR stunt, this real-world deployment marks a major milestone in the evolution of domestic robotics.
Skild Breaks Stealth to Unveil Vision of “One Brain” for Every Robot
After months of silence following its stealth debut in July 2024, robotics startup Skild has resurfaced with a bold vision and a glimpse into its rapid progress: a unified foundation model for general-purpose robotics, One Brain for any task, on any robot.
Meet DARWIN-01: Shenzhen Standard Robotics Unveils Agile Humanoid Robot for Warehouses and Industry
Shenzhen-based robotics innovator Standard Robotics has introduced its latest creation: DARWIN-01, a wheeled humanoid robot purpose-built for industrial manufacturing and warehouse automation.
DARWIN-01 stands out in a growing field of humanoid robotics with its adaptive foldable body, designed for dynamic movement and efficient navigation in tight or cluttered environments. Whether operating in narrow warehouse aisles, across sprawling assembly lines, or within complex workshop layouts, this robot is engineered for maximum flexibility and functionality.
Abi the Care Companion: Andromeda’s Humanoid Robot is Redefining Elder Care
In the evolving world of home robotics, one standout is proving that function and compassion can go hand-in-hand. Meet Abi, the colorful and emotionally intelligent humanoid robot developed by Andromeda Robotics, designed specifically to support the elderly and revolutionize the care experience in assisted living communities.
This Robot Folded 850 Napkins in 24 Hours, Without a Single Human Touch
In a major leap forward for task-specific robotics, a pioneering team has successfully pushed the boundaries of robot foundation models—running a single robot for 24 hours straight, folding over 850 napkins with near-perfect accuracy and no human intervention.
Meet Aura: The Humanoid That Turns Tomorrow Into Today
In a world rapidly shaped by technological innovation, Aura stands as a beacon of what’s next—and what’s now. Developed by Aura.co.th, this humanoid AI is more than a machine. It’s an intuitive presence. A graceful blend of design, intelligence, and emotion that redefines what it means to live alongside technology.
Meet Isaac: The First Truly Useful HouseBot Is Finally Here
You’ve never had a robot in your home.
Not really.
Not one that folds your laundry, feeds your cat, waters your plants, finds your keys, and snaps a photo while doing it.
Until now.
A stealth startup just launched from Y Combinator with something that feels like it came from the future—but it’s very real, very functional, and it's shipping this year.
It’s called Isaac, and it’s the first personal robot that’s actually designed to live in your home and be useful from day one.
Chinese Robots Keep Getting Better
In a captivating demonstration circulating recently, a humanoid robot accurately mimicked human hand-clapping and handshake motions—bringing to life a new frontier in social-physical human–robot interaction. This isn’t just a flashy trick: it marks a shift in how robots can authentically interact with us through touch and rhythm.
Google DeepMind Just Shrunk a Robot Brain: Introducing Gemini Robotics On-Device
In a move that could redefine the future of home robotics, Google DeepMind has unveiled Gemini Robotics On-Device—a streamlined version of its powerful VLA (Vision-Language-Action) model, designed to run locally on robots with ultra-low latency.
AI-Engineered Robot Jumps 41% Higher, and Sticks the Landing Like a Gymnast
Robots just got a serious upgrade, and it's not from a new servo or fancy composite material—it’s from artificial intelligence.
Researchers at MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) have pushed the boundaries of robotics with a leaping machine that outperforms its human-designed counterpart by a remarkable 41% in jump height, thanks entirely to generative AI design.
Tesla’s Optimus Gen 2: A Closer Look at the Future of Humanoid Robotics
Tesla’s Optimus robot has taken another leap forward with the unveiling of Optimus Gen 2, and the results are nothing short of stunning. Sleeker, faster, and more capable than ever before, the second-generation humanoid robot is a clear signal that Tesla is rapidly closing the gap between prototype and real-world utility.
1X Unveils World Model: A New Era of Robot Intelligence and Simulation
In a groundbreaking leap for embodied AI, 1X Technologies has announced the development of its 1X World Model (1XWM) — a generative AI system designed to simulate a rich, interactive world around virtual robots. Unlike conventional video-generation tools like OpenAI’s Sora or Google DeepMind’s VEO, which turn prompts into passive video clips, 1XWM does something more advanced: it enables action-controllable simulation.
Jensen Huang Predicts Billion-Robot Future at GTC Paris: “Humanoid Robotics Could Be One of the Largest Industries Ever”
At the GTC Paris 2025 keynote, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang offered a bold and compelling vision for the future of robotics, declaring that “humanoid robotics is going to potentially be one of the largest industries ever.” His remarks electrified the tech and automation communities, pointing to a near-future where humanoid robots become as ubiquitous as smartphones — with a potential billion robots deployed globally.
EstunCodroid Launches Codroid2: Smart, Powerful Humanoid Robot for the Future of Industry
EstunCodroid, the robotics arm of industrial automation leader Estun, has officially launched its latest innovation—the Codroid2 humanoid robot. Developed in Nanjing, the second-generation Codroid is designed to bring advanced automation capabilities to industrial environments, combining physical strength with intelligent task execution.
K-Scale Labs Unveils K-Bot: An Open-Source $899 Housebot Built for Developers
K-Scale Labs is reshaping the robotics landscape with the introduction of K-Bot, a fully open-source humanoid robot engineered specifically for developers, researchers, and advanced hobbyists. With a focus on accessibility and innovation, K-Scale Labs is lowering the barrier to entry for robotics development while maintaining industrial-grade performance.
Shenzhen’s Lumos Robotics Unveils Lus2: A Next-Gen Housebot with Incredible Agility
Shenzhen-based robotics innovator Lumos Robotics has introduced its second-generation humanoid robot, Lus2, pushing the boundaries of robotic agility and speed. In a recent demonstration, Lus2 stunned observers by launching itself with explosive force — achieving rapid movement in just one second, a feat that highlights the robot’s advanced design and athletic capability.
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.