Hengbot’s Sirius robot dog, now on Kickstarter, blends AI voice commands powered by Amazon’s large language models with a quirky, toy‑like design. Priced around $700 on the platform and expected to rise toward $1,000 at retail, the device features 14 actuators, a 45‑minute battery life, and limited touch sensing. While it can recognize owners, respond to strokes on its screen‑based face, and be remotely controlled, it lacks smart‑home integration and self‑charging. The robot’s frequent falls, heavy build, and niche appeal suggest it is aimed more at developers and hobbyists than mainstream consumers. Read more →

California‑based 1X introduced Neo, a humanoid robot priced at $20,000 and marketed as a personal assistant for home chores. Neo stands 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighs as much as a golden retriever, and can lift up to 154 pounds while carrying 55 pounds. It operates via speech, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth and 5G, and features a built‑in large language model for conversation. While the company promises autonomous capabilities by 2026, current demonstrations show the robot is largely remote‑operated. Privacy safeguards include voice activation, camera blurring and user‑defined no‑enter zones. Read more →

California‑based 1X has unveiled Neo, a humanoid robot priced at $20,000 that aims to handle chores like laundry, vacuuming and door opening. Neo moves with a soft, tendon‑driven gait, can lift up to 154 pounds, and runs for about four hours on a charge. While it features built‑in AI similar to ChatGPT and Gemini, most of its actions are currently teleoperated by a human using a VR headset. The company says full autonomy is planned for 2026, and it emphasizes privacy controls such as voice‑activation and camera blurring. Read more →

California-based 1X has opened preorders for Neo, a $20,000 humanoid robot designed for household assistance. Standing 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing as much as a golden retriever, Neo can lift up to 154 pounds, carry 55 pounds, and operate for four hours on a charge. Its soft, tendon‑driven gait and IP68‑rated hands enable it to perform tasks such as opening doors, climbing stairs, and handling groceries. While many functions are currently teleoperated by remote humans, the company promises greater autonomy by 2026. Neo also incorporates privacy safeguards, including voice activation, camera blurring, and user‑defined no‑go zones. Read more →

Beijing‑based Noetix Robotics introduced Bumi, a three‑foot‑tall, 26‑pound humanoid robot priced at roughly 10,000 yuan (about $1,400). Targeted at consumers and educators, the robot offers a programming interface for learning and creative projects and will be available for preorder later this year. Bumi follows Noetix’s earlier success with the N2 model, which finished the world’s first robot half‑marathon. At its price point, Bumi undercuts rivals such as Unitree’s R1 ($5,900) and Tesla’s Optimus bot (estimated $20,000), marking a new low‑cost benchmark in the humanoid market. Read more →

Casio’s newly released Moflin, an AI‑driven robotic pet that mimics emotional support, arrived in a plain box with a charging pad and a Japanese manual. The author set it up, downloaded the limited‑function app, and began integrating the fluffy device into daily life. Interactions with a French Bulldog and a skeptical spouse highlighted jealousy and curiosity, while a coffee‑shop outing turned the robot into an unexpected conversation starter. Casio promises the Moflin will evolve its behavior over the next two months, but the reviewer remains uncertain whether the gadget will become a lasting companion. Read more →