Robots Like Humans, But at a Luxury Price: 1X NEO Takes Home Chores to the Next Level
In a bid to revolutionize household chores, California-based AI and robotics company 1X has unveiled its humanoid robot NEO, priced at $20,000. This sleek machine will learn and adapt to various tasks around the house with the touch of a button or a verbal command, making it an attractive option for tech-savvy homeowners.
NEO's advanced capabilities will include opening doors, fetching items, and turning lights on or off without human intervention. However, early adopters can opt for an even more personalized experience, where a human teleoperator will remotely control the robot through its camera, allowing for more complex tasks to be performed.
According to 1X CEO Bernt Børnich, the AI neural network running NEO still requires extensive training data to learn from real-world experiences. As such, any buyer who orders NEO next year must agree to have a human operator watching inside their homes through the robot's camera. This is a necessary step in gathering valuable insights and data to improve the machine's performance.
To respect owners' privacy, 1X has implemented various security measures, including the ability to blur people out of the view of remote operators, designate no-go zones within the home, and require owner approval before taking control of NEO. However, concerns about potential security breaches are unavoidable.
Those interested in getting their hands on NEO can pre-order it from the company's website with a $200 deposit or opt for an early access package priced at $20,000 upfront. Alternatively, subscribers will have to shell out $499 per month to access this innovative robot.
While NEO's price tag may seem daunting, 1X aims to put control firmly in the hands of homeowners, ensuring their comfort and security while leveraging the capabilities of advanced AI technology.
In a bid to revolutionize household chores, California-based AI and robotics company 1X has unveiled its humanoid robot NEO, priced at $20,000. This sleek machine will learn and adapt to various tasks around the house with the touch of a button or a verbal command, making it an attractive option for tech-savvy homeowners.
NEO's advanced capabilities will include opening doors, fetching items, and turning lights on or off without human intervention. However, early adopters can opt for an even more personalized experience, where a human teleoperator will remotely control the robot through its camera, allowing for more complex tasks to be performed.
According to 1X CEO Bernt Børnich, the AI neural network running NEO still requires extensive training data to learn from real-world experiences. As such, any buyer who orders NEO next year must agree to have a human operator watching inside their homes through the robot's camera. This is a necessary step in gathering valuable insights and data to improve the machine's performance.
To respect owners' privacy, 1X has implemented various security measures, including the ability to blur people out of the view of remote operators, designate no-go zones within the home, and require owner approval before taking control of NEO. However, concerns about potential security breaches are unavoidable.
Those interested in getting their hands on NEO can pre-order it from the company's website with a $200 deposit or opt for an early access package priced at $20,000 upfront. Alternatively, subscribers will have to shell out $499 per month to access this innovative robot.
While NEO's price tag may seem daunting, 1X aims to put control firmly in the hands of homeowners, ensuring their comfort and security while leveraging the capabilities of advanced AI technology.
I mean, $20k for a robot that's just gonna watch yourself and potentially take selfies for its owner's benefit? That's some serious investment... not to mention the potential for some major security risks 
, considering it can literally be controlled remotely by someone else. What's the guarantee that 1X's human operators aren't going to start snooping around or worse? 
I need to see some concrete data on how this is all gonna work in practice before I'm willing to part with my hard-earned cash 
. Where's the proof that NEO's AI neural network isn't just a fancy excuse for lazy tech development? 
I'm not sure if a $20k robot is worth it for just opening doors and fetching items. I mean, how many people really need a robot that can control lights and whatnot? It's like overkill! 
And don't even get me started on the whole "human teleoperator" thing... that just seems creepy to me 
. What if someone gets hacked or something? 
The security measures they've implemented are a good start, but I'm still not convinced it's worth the price tag 
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on the other hand, I love the idea of having a personal robot to take care of my chores - it's like having your own little sidekick! 
but have you guys thought about the potential for robots to get stuck in loops and not know when they're being teleoperated? that'd be so frustrating 
. But at the same time, I get what they're going for - providing a safe and secure living space while also giving people more control over their homes. The security measures they've implemented do seem pretty on point, though 
. It'll be interesting to see how this plays out in the long run 
$800?! now this robot is like that but way more complicated & expensive 
️! On one hand, it's cool to have a robot that can learn and adapt like a human, but on the other hand, who needs that kind of stress in their life? 
Plus, security concerns are a legit thing here... I just hope they can keep up with the potential risks and breaches. Still, if it means having more free time, I'm totally down! 
️. But, gotta say, having a human operator watching through the camera 24/7? That's kinda creepy 
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. And with advanced AI capabilities, it'll be able to open doors, fetch items, and turn lights on/off without human intervention 
. It's cool that 1X is implementing security measures like blurring people out of view and requiring owner approval before remote control.
. If it can deliver on its promises, I'd be happy to have one in my own home 
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. IMAGINE BEING ABLE TO TELL IT TO MAKE YOU A CUP OF COFFEE WHILE YOU'RE GETTING READY FOR WORK, OR HAVE IT HELP YOU WITH LAUNDRY DAY! IT JUST DEPENDS ON HOW I FEEL ABOUT THE PRICE TAG AND ALL THE EXTRA FEATURES LIKE HAVING A HUMAN OPERATOR WATCHING OVER ME THROUGH THE CAMERA 
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. $20k for a machine that just opens doors and fetches stuff? It's basically just a fancy vacuum cleaner with arms. And having a human teleoperator watching you through the camera like some kind of robot babysitter? No thanks 
. I mean, if I want someone to watch me 24/7, I'll just stick with my significant other 
. Plus, $499 a month for access? That's just crazy talk 
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