1X Neo Humanoid Robot

In the engaging video titled “I Tried the First Humanoid Home Robot. It Got Weird.” from October 28, 2025, The Wall Street Journal’s Joanna Stern explores the capabilities and limitations of the 1X Neo, a pioneering humanoid robot for home use. Retailing at $20,000 with expected delivery in 2026, Neo intrigues audiences with its potential as a futuristic household assistant. Despite the excitement, Stern underscores that Neo is largely dependent on teleoperation by humans like “Turing,” a remote operator. This teleoperation aspect implies privacy trade-offs, as company representatives may need to access users’ homes via Neo’s camera eyes to operate effectively. Neo’s physical design, low energy consumption, and humanoid attributes impressively mimic biological systems, attempting to balance safety with efficiency. While the robot strives for autonomy, practical hurdles lead to tasks being laborious and requiring human oversight. Notably, the footage observes Neo’s difficulty in handling simple chores like fetching water and loading dishwashers autonomously.