# NEO: robot model

Canonical ID: `98c4f5a4-593f-484e-84d9-6d138351acfb`

- **Slug:** neo
- **Form factor:** humanoid
- **Maturity stage:** prototype
- **Lifecycle:** active
- **Deployments registered:** 1

## Deployments

- [neo-hayward-california-usa](/deployments/neo-hayward-california-usa.md) at Hayward, California, USA (id: `92d0150b-dfe0-41b3-a0ba-9654ec217bdc`)

## Supply chain

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## Common questions

### What is NEO?

NEO is 1X Technologies' bipedal humanoid robot designed for household use. Features humanlike motion and a slim anthropomorphic design. NEO Beta was introduced August 2024, updated to NEO Gamma in February 2025, and pre-orders opened October 2025 at $20,000. As of late 2025, most tasks are teleoperated by humans via VR headsets.

### Who makes NEO?

NEO is made by 1X Technologies, based in Palo Alto, CA, USA, founded in 2014.

### Where is NEO deployed?

1 verified deployment of NEO is on the DEPLOY registry, including at Hayward, California, USA.

### What is NEO's maturity stage?

NEO is at the prototype stage on the DEPLOY maturity ladder (research, prototype, pilot, commercial, production). Prototype stage means demonstrations exist but commercial readiness is not yet established.


## Sources (1)

1. https://www.wsj.com/tech/personal-tech/i-tried-the-robot-thats-coming-to-live-with-you-its-still-part-human-68515d44

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