Neo — The Robot Learning to Live Among Humans

Table of Contents

1. Introduction: Why the World Needs Neo
2. What Neo Can Actually Do
3. How Neo’s Intelligence Works
4. Design and Human Interaction
5. Price, Models, and Pre-Order Details
6. Neo vs Other Humanoid Robots
7. What Experts and Users Say
8. Conclusion: Should You Wait for Neo in 2026?

 

🧠 Introduction: Why the World Needs Neo

Until recently, humanoid robots sounded like sci-fi. But in 2025, 1X Technologies — a Norwegian company backed by OpenAI and SoftBank — introduced Neo, a friendly home assistant designed to move, talk, and learn from real-world interactions.

Neo isn’t a fantasy — it’s the first step toward adaptive, AI-powered companionship. Yet, despite the headlines, it’s still in pre-order stage, and its real capabilities differ from the marketing hype.

💬 “Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.” — Stephen Hawking

 

⚙️ What Neo Can Actually Do

According to the official 1X Technologies website, Neo can already handle a few basic household tasks — but it’s not (yet) a fully autonomous helper.

Capability	Status	Notes
Voice Control	✅ Implemented	Works via voice commands and mobile app
Indoor Navigation	✅ Implemented	Moves on wheels and detects obstacles
Object Handling	⚠️ Limited	Can lift or carry small items (up to ~25 kg)
Face & Gesture Recognition	✅ Implemented	8K cameras + LIDAR sensors
Emotional Interaction	🔄 In progress	Planned learning of tone and emotion
Full Autonomy	❌ Not yet	Requires human supervision; cloud-based logic

 

🧩 How Neo’s Intelligence Works

Neo combines several AI technologies:

• 1X AI Core, built in collaboration with OpenAI;
• Language models (likely based on GPT-5);
• NeoBrain OS, an adaptive learning system updated via the cloud;
• A multi-camera visual system with LIDAR for spatial awareness.

Rather than just reacting, Neo learns from patterns of user behavior, evolving over time — more like a companion than a gadget.

 

🦾 Design and Human Interaction

Neo weighs around 30 kg (66 lbs) and features a soft textile exterior for safe interaction. Its appearance is friendly, minimalist, and distinctly Scandinavian.

Users can control Neo through a mobile app or voice interface.
Future updates aim to integrate it with Alexa, Google Home, and other smart-home systems.

 

💰 Price, Models, and Pre-Order Details

Model	Purpose	Status	Price
Neo Home	Personal & household use	Pre-order open	≈ $20,000 or $499/month subscription
Neo Pro	Business & hospitality	In development	TBA
Neo Edu	Research & education	Planned for 2026	—

🔹 First deliveries are expected in 2026, starting in the U.S. and Europe.
🔹 The project is funded by OpenAI and SoftBank, adding credibility and scale to 1X’s ambitions.

 

⚖️ Neo vs Other Humanoid Robots

Robot	Developer	Key Feature	Approx. Price
Neo	1X Technologies	Soft, friendly companion robot	$20,000
Optimus	Tesla	Industrial-grade robot for production	Not for sale
Figure 01	Figure AI	Logistics-oriented humanoid	≈ $60,000
EVE	Sanctuary AI	Emotion-expressive robot	Prototype stage

 

💬 What Experts and Users Say

“Neo isn’t just a robot — it’s an attempt to make machines live beside us, not replace us. Still limited, but visionary.”
— TechCrunch, October 2025

“Neo’s abilities are basic for now, yet the potential is huge — expressive, safe, and self-improving.”
— IEEE Spectrum

 

🚀 Conclusion: Should You Wait for Neo in 2026?

Neo isn’t the all-knowing domestic robot of science fiction, but it’s a real, working prototype that’s pushing the limits of what AI companions can do.

Whether it becomes a household name depends on how fast its creators deliver on their promises — but one thing is clear: the humanoid era has begun.

👉 Follow updates on AIMarketWave.com — we track every major AI device and innovation of 2025–2026.