The Neo, a humanoid household robot developed by 1X Technologies—a company backed by OpenAI—is now open for pre-order, priced at $20,000 (approximately RMB 142,000). Officially, it is hailed as the world's first consumer-friendly, transformative humanoid robot tailored for family life.

With a single charge, Neo can operate continuously for up to 4 hours. Standing at a height of 1.68 meters and weighing 30kg, it is capable of carrying a maximum load of 25kg. The robot is outfitted with cameras, enabling remote viewing perspectives. Users can control it via an app or voice commands and program it to perform a diverse range of household tasks. However, its AI intelligence is still undergoing refinement. Notably, Neo features an 'Expert Mode' that allows 1X employees in the United States to operate it remotely using VR headsets.

1X places a significant emphasis on protecting user privacy and has integrated multiple layers of security mechanisms. Users have the flexibility to schedule times for expert assistance. During operation, Neo's 'Emotional Earrings' change color to provide alerts. Additionally, 1X offers a subscription service priced at $499 per month (approximately RMB 3,542).

Neo is anticipated to be delivered in the United States next year, with plans to expand to other markets in 2027. In March 2023, 1X successfully completed a Series A2 funding round, raising $23.5 million (approximately RMB 167 million), led by the OpenAI Startup Fund.