Home Humanoid Robots Are Getting Closer Than Ever
The race to bring humanoid robots into the home just hit another major milestone. Shenzhen-based MindOne Robotics has begun testing its advanced robotics “brain” on the Unitree G1, and the early results are nothing short of remarkable. What was once science fiction is now moving rapidly into everyday reality, robots that can actually perform useful household tasks with human-like precision and independence.
Meet the $5K Humanoid: Unitree’s R1 Redefines Affordable Robotics
The robotics game just got a lot more interesting. Unitree Robotics, known for pushing the boundaries of agile, accessible machines, has officially launched the R1, a lightweight, highly capable humanoid robot priced at an eye-popping $5,500. At that number, it's not just for labs or megacorps anymore. This thing is creeping into consumer territory.
Unitree's G1 Robot: From Factory Floors to Car Washes, China's Leap in Humanoid Robotics
China’s Unitree Robotics has dropped a bombshell into the humanoid robotics scene with the G1. At 1.3 m tall and roughly 35 kg, it’s a compact, lightweight platform packing high-end performance—ideal for deployment in environments like factory floors and even car washes.