US' first integrated humanoid factory to build 100,000 NEO robots by 2027 (5 minute read)
1X has begun mass production of NEO humanoid robots at a California facility that aims to build over 100,000 home-assistance robots by 2027.
What: 1X opened a 58,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Hayward, California, to produce NEO humanoid robots designed for safe home use and everyday task assistance. The factory currently has capacity for 10,000 units annually, with plans to scale beyond 100,000 units by 2027.
Why it matters: This represents a significant shift from prototype development to commercial-scale manufacturing of general-purpose humanoid robots intended for consumer homes rather than industrial settings.
Original article
1X has started full-scale production of its NEO humanoid robot at a new manufacturing facility in Hayward, California. The facility, which spans 58,000 square feet, marks a key step toward commercializing general-purpose humanoid robots designed for home use. NEO robots are built to safely operate alongside humans and assist with everyday tasks. The factory can produce up to 10,000 robots every year. 1X plans to increase output beyond 100,000 units by 2027.