NEO Robot: Price and Features of Chile’s First Humanoid Home Assistant
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NEO: The Humanoid Robot Now available for Household Tasks – adn Its Price
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NEO, developed by Figure AI, is now available for pre-order and marks a meaningful step towards accessible humanoid robotics for everyday tasks.
The robot is designed to assist with a variety of household chores and is being positioned as a solution to labor shortages.
What is NEO?
NEO is a general-purpose humanoid robot created by Figure AI. It’s designed to be commercially viable and capable of performing a wide range of tasks currently done by humans.
The robot is 5’9″ tall and weighs 130 pounds, and is built with a focus on safety and adaptability.
Figure AI’s NEO humanoid robot. (Source: BioBioChile)
How Much Does NEO Cost?
Pre-orders for NEO began on May 28, 2024, with a price tag of $385,000.
A $1,000 deposit is required to secure a pre-order spot.Figure AI plans to begin shipping NEO in 2025.
The high cost reflects the advanced technology and engineering involved in creating a functional humanoid robot. Figure AI anticipates that the cost will decrease over time as production scales and technology matures.
What Can NEO Do?
NEO is designed to learn and adapt to new tasks through AI and machine learning. Initially, the robot will be targeted towards logistical roles, such as warehouse work and manufacturing.
Though,the long-term vision is for NEO to be capable of performing a wide variety of tasks in homes and businesses,including cleaning,cooking,and providing companionship.
Figure AI has partnered with BMW to deploy NEO robots in its Spartanburg, South Carolina factory, starting in 2025.Figure AI announced this partnership on march 21,2024,demonstrating the robot’s potential in industrial settings.
Figure AI and the Future of Robotics
Figure AI,founded in 2022,has quickly become a leading player in the humanoid robotics space. The company has raised significant funding, including a $675 million Series A round in April 2024, as reported by TechCrunch, demonstrating strong investor confidence in its technology and vision.
The growth of NEO represents a major milestone in the quest to create robots that can seamlessly integrate into human environments and assist with everyday tasks. While the current price point is prohibitive for most consumers, the long-term potential of humanoid robotics is significant.