1X Technologies Opens NEO Humanoid Robot Pre-Orders
1X Technologies just opened orders for its NEO humanoid robot. This marks a big step for home robotics. The company, founded in 2022 by Bernt Børnich in Norway, builds general-purpose androids powered by AI. They raised over $100 million from investors like OpenAI to push boundaries in versatile machines.
NEO stands about 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs 165 pounds. It handles household tasks with smooth, human-like movements. The robot uses advanced vision-language-action models to learn from its environment. Early demos show it folding laundry, cooking simple meals, and even playing with kids.
On November 23, 2025, 1X announced pre-orders start at $25,000 per unit, with deliveries set for late 2026. This isn't just hype. NEO builds on their EVE model, tested in factories, but shifts focus to homes. Experts say it could transform daily life, making chores easier while addressing labor shortages.
The robotics world watches closely. With competitors like Figure and Tesla Optimus racing ahead, 1X aims to lead in safe, adaptable companions. If NEO delivers, it might redefine how we live with machines.