1X Technologies is pioneering the future of humanoid robotics with NEO, the world's first consumer-ready home robot. Backed by OpenAI and having raised over $126 million across multiple funding rounds, the company is on a mission to create a truly abundant society through general-purpose robots that live and learn alongside humans. Founded in 2014 as Halodi Robotics and rebranded in 2023, 1X has deployed its EVE industrial robots in customer facilities globally while developing NEO for home environments. With 87 open roles and a new global HQ in Palo Alto, 1X is rapidly scaling its team to bring humanoid robots into homes worldwide by 2026.
NEO represents a breakthrough in safe, autonomous humanoid robotics. Standing 5'6" tall and weighing just 66 lbs, NEO can lift 154 lbs and perform household tasks like vacuuming, folding laundry, and retrieving items. Powered by Redwood AI, 1X's proprietary generalist model, NEO learns through reinforcement learning, expert demonstrations, and real-world data. The robot features tendon-driven actuators inspired by human musculature, making it safe, quiet, and energy-efficient—operating at noise levels quieter than a refrigerator. With a $200 deposit and early access launching in 2026, NEO is already transforming how people think about household assistance.
