Norwegian company 1X, headquartered in San Francisco, has introduced a new generation of home robots. The Android moves so realistically that users on social networks have questioned its authenticity.
The NEO Beta model is being pitched as a transition from traditional robots to more humanoid robots with a realistic design that allows for “safe working among humans.” The 1X startup plans to produce similar androids for homework and daily help. However, mass production is yet to be announced.
Our priority is safety. Safety is the cornerstone that allows us to confidently deploy NEO Beta into homes for feedback and real-world demonstrations. This year, we are sending a limited number of NEO devices into individual homes for research and development. This represents another step toward achieving our mission.
In the video below, the creators demonstrated how NEO Beta manages item selection and gestures:
Many users have already questioned the realism of the video, calling the movements “too human.” Some suggested that the video was simply an actor in disguise. Someone even posted a supposed screenshot of a job board where 1X was looking for a role-player, but the image turned out to be fake.
Earlier, NVIDIA and NEURA Robotics showed a similar model. Their android can already cook food, iron clothes and even play with children.
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Source: VG Times