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December 11, 2025
1X struck a deal to send its 'home' humanoids to factories and warehouses
Despite launching as a humanoid robot designed to help consumers around the house, 1X's Neo robots are heading to industrial use cases.
TL;DR
- 1X has partnered with investor EQT to supply thousands of its Neo humanoid robots.
- The robots will be deployed in EQT's portfolio companies, focusing on manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics.
- This marks a strategic shift for the Neo robot, which was initially marketed for personal, in-home use.
- The deal involves up to 10,000 Neo robots to be shipped between 2026 and 2030.
- 1X has also noted the Neo's privacy feature, allowing human operators to view through the robot's eyes, and potential safety concerns for humanoids.
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