1X Technologies Launches Redwood AI Model for Home Robots

1X Technologies has introduced a new proprietary artificial intelligence model called Redwood, specifically designed to power the humanoid robot NEO during autonomous operation in home environments. This launch places 1X Technologies alongside global leaders such as Figure AI, Tesla, and Unitree Robotics. Redwood is not just another AI system but a comprehensive solution that enables robots to truly live and work among people as practical and adaptive home assistants.

Autonomous Capabilities for Everyday Life

Redwood enables the NEO robot to independently perform a wide range of household chores that were previously exclusively handled by humans. The robot can do laundry, vacuum, water plants, retrieve objects, open doors, and navigate complex home environments. These capabilities are not merely the result of programming specific tasks, but of sophisticated learning from extensive real-world data that 1X collected using its EVE and NEO robots. The system can generalize across different tasks, learn from human demonstrations, retry failed actions using a new approach, and even decide which hand to use to grasp objects.

Integrated Whole-Body Control

Unlike other robotic systems that separate movement from object manipulation, Redwood combines locomotion and object handling into a single coordinated system. This integration allows the NEO robot to perform complex tasks that require coordinated whole-body actions—such as leaning, bracing, and adjusting its posture to ensure stability and precision. For example, while vacuuming under a table, the robot can simultaneously adjust its position, maintain balance, and precisely control the vacuum cleaner, representing a significant advance over robots capable only of simple manipulation or walking.

Multisensory Data Fusion and Adaptation

Redwood processes input from multiple senses simultaneously—vision, touch, and proprioception (the perception of the body's position in space). This multisensory data fusion enables the NEO robot to interpret new objects and adapt to unfamiliar environments in a way that approaches human perception. The robot can recognize the texture, shape, and properties of objects even without prior experience with them, allowing it to effectively handle a wide range of household items and situations. The system can distinguish between fragile and durable objects, adjust its grip strength, and select an appropriate manipulation strategy.

Onboard Computing Power and Privacy

One of Redwood's key features is its ability to run entirely on NEO's onboard GPU, eliminating the need for a constant cloud connection. This architecture significantly increases system reliability, protects user privacy, and ensures real-time responsiveness. The robot can therefore operate even if the internet connection goes down, while all data about household activities remains secure within the home environment. Local processing also enables faster responses to environmental changes and smoother interactions with users.

Voice Control and Human Interaction

Redwood is connected to an external language model that interprets user intent from voice commands in real time and within the context of the conversation. This integration enables more intuitive interaction between humans and robots, allowing users to simply say what they need, while the robot can understand not only explicit instructions but also implicit intentions. The system can process natural language and translate it into specific robotic actions while taking into account the context of the situation and previous interactions with the user.

The Future of Home Robotics

The launch of Redwood represents a major milestone on the path toward realizing the vision of robots as practical home assistants. Unlike robots limited to a single purpose or rigidly programmed tasks, Redwood enables robots to learn and adapt in real time. The system supports hybrid autonomy, allowing human supervision through remote control, which ensures safety and continued learning from operator interventions. 1X plans to deploy Redwood in homes as part of its ongoing efforts to develop home robots capable of autonomously handling everyday tasks and continuously learning from their environment and interactions with users.