PALO ALTO, Calif. – October 28, 2025 – 1X has officially kicked off the pre-order phase for NEO, marking a significant milestone in the realm of consumer technology with the introduction of the world’s first consumer-ready humanoid robot. NEO is designed to enhance daily living by automating chores and providing personalized assistance, allowing individuals to focus more on what truly matters in life.
This groundbreaking humanoid robot is engineered with intuitive features and a transformative hardware platform, making it the safest, most affordable, and capable robot available today. By bridging the gap between science fiction and everyday life, NEO transitions the concept of humanoid robots from an imaginative notion into a tangible product that users can interact with directly.
CEO and Founder of 1X, Bernt Børnich, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “Humanoids were long a thing of sci-fi… then they were a thing of research, but today — with the launch of NEO — humanoid robots become a product. Something that you and I can reach out and touch.” He emphasized that NEO makes it possible for households to seek and receive help from a humanoid robot, thereby revolutionizing home life.
The robot’s Chores feature is at the core of its functionality, allowing owners to assign a variety of household tasks to NEO. Users can schedule these chores for specific times or allow NEO to address them in real time while they relax or work in the same space. With the capability to perform actions such as folding laundry, organizing shelves, or tidying up, NEO serves as a personal housekeeper. If an unfamiliar chore arises, owners can consult a 1X Expert, enabling NEO to learn and adapt to new tasks effectively.
In addition to its chore automation, NEO’s personalized intelligence is designed to engage meaningfully with users. Equipped with a large language model, the humanoid provides owners with instant access to information and assistance without the need for screen devices. Advanced Audio Intelligence ensures that NEO listens and responds appropriately while its Visual Intelligence enhances interactions by contextual awareness, such as recognizing kitchen ingredients and suggesting recipes. Its memory capability allows NEO to maintain continuity in conversations, remembering past interactions while helping users with tasks like scheduling appointments, managing grocery lists, and tracking language learning progress.
As 1X embarks on this groundbreaking venture, the introduction of NEO holds the promise of reshaping home life with technology that not only alleviates chores but also enriches personal interactions and mental well-being. The future of household management looks brighter with humanoid robots like NEO stepping into our homes.