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1X Opens Preorders for NEO Home Robot as Teleoperation Raises Privacy Questions

Early buyers must accept remote human control plus in‑home data collection to train the system.

Overview

  • Preorders are live at $20,000 for early access or $499 per month by subscription, with a $200 refundable deposit required.
  • U.S. deliveries are slated for 2026, with broader availability expected in 2027.
  • The Wall Street Journal and other demos found slow, error‑prone performance with frequent reliance on 1X’s “Expert Mode” teleoperation.
  • 1X says remote operators require owner approval, will view blurred people, and must respect user‑defined no‑go zones set in the app.
  • Critics warn of privacy, security, and unclear subscription terms, even as 1X promotes specs like tendon‑drive actuators, 22‑DOF hands, and a four‑hour battery.