Reference News Network August 13 report: According to an article titled "10 Amazing Humanoid Robots Are Already Walking Among Us" published on the Forbes magazine website on July 15, the content is translated as follows:
Morgan Stanley recently released a report predicting that by 2035, 13 million humanoid robots will be in use, and this number will increase to 1 billion by 2050. But we may not have to wait 10 years to see a humanoid robot.
In recent years, some of the world's top artificial intelligence companies have developed many prototypes and mass-produced models of humanoid robots and have put them on the market.
In this article, I will introduce some advanced, practical, impressive, and sometimes even frightening humanoid robots that are already (or at least about to) appear among us.
H1
Manufacturer: Unitree Robotics
Height: 1.78 meters
Weight: 47 kg
Price: Starts at $16,000 for the G1 model produced by the same company
In 2024, H1 set a Guinness World Record, becoming the fastest electric (not hydraulic) bipedal humanoid robot, with a speed of 7.38 miles per hour (approximately 11.9 kilometers). This Chinese-designed humanoid robot uses LiDAR sensors to perceive its surroundings 360 degrees and can walk, run, and backflip using only electric actuators. It is built using open-source technology, allowing more budget-limited companies to access it. In a video, it opens a bottle of cola, cooks food with a pan, and operates a hammer and soldering iron.
"Optimus" Second Generation
Manufacturer: Tesla Inc.
Height: Approximately 1.73 meters
Weight: 57 kg
Price: Estimated to be between $20,000 and $30,000 after mass production
"Optimus" may be the most famous humanoid robot currently. Elon Musk's actions and words have attracted media attention, including his claim that this robot will be more important to Tesla than electric vehicles in the future. The second generation of "Optimus" was released in 2023 and is said to have successfully performed tasks in Tesla factories. According to reports, this robot is built using the same end-to-end automation framework as Tesla cars, with different elements such as motors, battery systems, artificial intelligence, and navigation connected in the same way. The main difference is that the robot's hands have tactile feedback and can mimic human movements. "Optimus" has demonstrated picking up eggs, dancing, serving drinks, doing housework, and playing rock-paper-scissors with Kim Kardashian. However, some critics have pointed out that some of "Optimus"'s behaviors and speech during public demonstrations seem to be assisted by remote control systems rather than being driven by artificial intelligence.
New Version of "Atlas"
Manufacturer: Boston Dynamics
Height: Approximately 1.5 meters
Weight: 80 kg
Price: Unknown, not yet commercially available
This is the name of the latest version of the "Atlas" series of robots currently in use. Since 2013, videos of the "Atlas" robot have amazed audiences on social media. In the videos, it runs, flips, dances, and often falls down humorously. Unlike previous models, the new version of "Atlas" is completely motor-driven, not hydraulic. This upgrade makes the robot lighter, more durable, and allows for higher precision in controlling movements.
"New Gamma"
Manufacturer: 1X Technologies
Height: 1.65 meters
Weight: 30 kg
Price: Estimated to be between $20,000 and $30,000
According to a video released by the manufacturer supported by the OpenAI Research Center, "New Gamma" is a household robot capable of performing household chores such as vacuuming, folding clothes, and putting dishes into the dishwasher. The "skin" of "New Gamma" is not made of hard plastic or steel but is made of soft nylon fabric, with the design goal of appearing more comfortable and improving safety in home environments. The previous model "New Beta" could run at a speed of 7 miles per hour, but it is unclear how the speed of "New Gamma" may change. Its mechanical frame is built using tendon-driven actuators, which allow this humanoid robot to perform a variety of human-like movements. Additionally, it can converse like humans using a custom large language model.
GR-2
Manufacturer: Futura Robotics Co., Ltd.
Height: 1.75 meters
Weight: 63 kg
Price: Not publicly disclosed, but reportedly the previous model GR-1 was priced at $149,000
GR-2 is called the "world's first mass-produced humanoid robot," and it is said that the flexibility of its hands is twice that of its predecessor GR-1. Currently, the company's humanoid robots are mainly used in academic and industrial fields, but trials are also underway to assess their potential applications in domestic and care settings. GR-2 can walk at a maximum speed of 5 miles per hour and is skilled at grasping objects through touch, adjusting grip force in real time to adapt to different tasks and objects.
F02
Manufacturer: Figure AI
Height: Approximately 1.68 meters
Weight: 70 kg
Price: Not publicly disclosed, estimated to be around $150,000
F02 can be considered the "workhorse" of humanoid robots because it has successfully been deployed in the manufacturing plant of BMW in Spartanburg, USA. Its working speed on the production line is 400% faster than its previous model F01. Other F02 units have also been delivered to undisclosed clients for use in warehouses and factories. F02 is specifically designed for industrial environments. In such environments, it can safely move alongside human workers, carry large objects, and perform precise tasks. The robots from Figure AI are driven by proprietary artificial intelligence models created by OpenAI.
"Digit"
Manufacturer: Agility Robotics
Height: Approximately 1.75 meters
Weight: 70 kg
Price: Not publicly disclosed
This robot is specifically used for factory operations. Like F01 and F02, it is one of the few robots known to have achieved commercial sales and deployment. Its application cases mainly include completing repetitive logistics tasks, such as picking up and moving objects, retrieving items from shelves, and sorting items into boxes.
"Phoenix"
Manufacturer: "Temple" AI
Height: Approximately 1.7 meters
"Phoenix" differs from other industrial humanoid robots like F02 and "Digit" in that it possesses outstanding capabilities to learn and complete new tasks. Training robots to complete physical tasks they have never attempted typically takes weeks, while "Phoenix" reduces this time to 24 hours. In addition to industrial environments, "Phoenix" has also been deployed in retail locations. In a Canadian clothing store, it is responsible for placing goods on shelves and packaging customer orders.
"Apollo"
Manufacturer: Apteronics
Height: 1.73 meters
Weight: 72 kg
Price: Unknown
This heavy-duty industrial humanoid robot can carry 25 kg on its arms while walking through corridors and loading areas. It can stack cargo and has successfully completed trials at Mercedes-Benz and NASA. Since Apteronics participated in the US Department of Defense's DARPA Robotics Challenge in 2013, NASA has been supporting this manufacturer. Apteronics was originally spun off from the robotics laboratory at the University of Texas, with the specific goal of promoting the application of humanoid robots in industrial fields.
Booster T1
Manufacturer: Booster Robotics
Height: 1.2 meters
Weight: 30 kg
Price: Currently priced at 39,000 euros in France and $47,685 in the United States
Four teams used these fully autonomous robots to participate in a three-on-three football match held in China. These robot players can control the ball and score through teamwork, withstand impacts from footballs or other robot players, and stand up again after falling. Audiences commented that professional footballers do not need to worry about being replaced yet. Two robot players were carried away on "stretcher" after being damaged. However, this is just a preview of the exciting scenes of the 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games (which will also be held in China).
The report points out that as these extraordinary robots continue to develop, the boundary between science fiction and reality is rapidly disappearing. Whether it is helping people work in factories, folding clothes, or playing football, humanoid robots are no longer just prototypes; they are becoming colleagues, companions, and collaborators in our daily lives. Now the real question is: Are we ready to welcome them? (Translated by Ma Dan)
On July 21, 2025, a Tesla Optimus robot scooped popcorn and waved to guests at the opening of a Tesla restaurant, drive-thru, and supercharger station on Santa Monica Boulevard in the Hollywood community of Los Angeles, California. (AFP)
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