There is a not-so-distant future where we all have our own robot helper at home, says Bernt Børnich, CEO at 1X.
1X Technologies has launched NEO Gamma, the next generation of humanoid robots designed for the home. Featuring an upgraded design, artificial intelligence, and more natural movements — like walking, sitting on a chair, or picking up objects from the floor — NEO Gamma is built to seamlessly fit into daily life. “Our goal has been clear from the start: to get NEO into people’s homes as quickly as possible,” says Bernt Børnich, CEO at 1X.
Safety and user-friendliness take center stage, with the robot developed to learn from human interaction in real home environments. NEO Gamma comes equipped with soft covers to reduce impact, new “Emotive Ear Rings” that provide visual feedback—almost like a glowing facial expression—and a 1X-developed language tool that lets you chat with it like a friend. It’s also ten times more reliable and as quiet as a refrigerator, paving the way for testing in private homes—a major step toward fully autonomous robots.
“There is a not-so-distant future where we all have our own robot helper at home,” Børnich shares. NEO Gamma blends a minimalist look that fits right into the living room with advanced technology, capable of handling everything from adjusting a picture frame to adapting to unexpected challenges. With this milestone, 1X moves closer to making humanoid robots accessible and a natural part of our lives—simple, safe, and practical.