1X Launches Neo Gamma, a Safe and User-Friendly Home Companion Robot
Norwegian robotics firm 1X(an OpenAI-backed company) unveiled its latest home robot, Neo Gamma, on Friday.
Neo Gamma is a prototype designed for testing in the home environment.
Key Points
- 1X has described NEO Gamma as a “Home Humanoid” for personal assistance and companionship.
- NEO Gamma features a welcoming design with a knitted nylon suit to appear more friendly.
- Neo Gamma is aimed at assisting with household tasks using fluid and natural movements.
- Neo Gamma is designed with safety features to minimize the risk of injury during human interaction.
- 1X has said that NEO Gemma is ready to step outside its lab for limited in-home testing.
Background
1X, backed by OpenAI, has acquired Kind Humanoid, a company exploring language models in robotics.
1X sees Kind Humanoid as a great fit for its mission of intelligent humanoid labor.
Its new system, Neo Gamma, follows Neo Beta and stands out with a home-first approach, unlike rivals focusing on warehouses and factories.
News Gist
Norwegian robotics firm 1X, backed by OpenAI, unveiled Neo Gamma, a home humanoid prototype for testing.
Designed for assistance and companionship, it features a friendly knitted nylon suit, fluid movements, and safety features to reduce injury risk.
Neo Gamma is now ready for limited in-home testing beyond the lab.