1X begins production of NEO humanoids in California facility

“Humanoid robots require high-performance, real-time AI inference and continuous training and testing in simulation for safe and reliable operation,” said Deepu Talla, vice president of robotics and edge AI at NVIDIA. “By using NVIDIA Jetson Thor as the brain and the NVIDIA Isaac open robotics platform as its training ground, 1X is able to accelerate the development and deployment of intelligent robots like NEO that can work safely alongside humans.”

1X plans to ship humanoid to consumers this year

While the first year’s production sold out within five days of the October launch, 1X Technologies said it is currently using the Hayward line to supply its research and development and internal home-testing programs.

Domestic shipments to the public are scheduled to begin in 2026. “This is more than just a factory opening — it’s proof that the future of humanoid robotics is being built right here in the U.S.,” stated Bernt Børnich, founder and CEO of 1X. “We’re not dreaming about abundance; we’re manufacturing it. More production means more robots, and more robots mean the fastest path to physical AI. Production is happening now, and American consumers will be among the first in the world to welcome NEO into their homes.”

NEO factory is vertically integrated, uses robots

1X Technologies said its production process includes several specialized zones: The Robot Report

1X begins production of NEO humanoids in California facility

By Mike Oitzman |

1X is hiring staffers for its new humanoid robot factory in California. | Credit: 1X Technologies

1X Technologies AS this week said launched full-scale production at its new facility in Hayward, Calif. It serves as the primary hub for NEO, the company’s humanoid robot designed to operate quietly—at a decibel level lower than a modern refrigerator—while navigating domestic spaces.