Meta is reportedly developing a humanoid robot standing about 4.5 feet tall and weighing 106 pounds. According to The Information, the device could mimic human expressions and assist around the home, and would serve as a “physical embodiment” of Meta’s Muse AI. Meta has not confirmed those details in the report provided.
The prospect places Meta among companies pursuing humanoid robots for homes, including Tesla, Unitree, Figure, X1 and Boston Dynamics. The article argues that these machines could also act as a route for companies to encourage adoption of AI assistants and other services, at a time when some consumers are wary of AI.
AI and robotics are already closely linked. Meta’s rumored robot is said to use Nvidia’s Jetson Thor chip, which is also used in robots from Figure AI and Agility Robotics. Google DeepMind is partnered with Boston Dynamics, while Amazon has acquired robotics companies and applied their technology to supply-chain and inventory operations.
The article suggests that home robots could eventually be offered through monthly plans that combine access to AI models with household assistance. Such arrangements might feel more affordable than buying a robot outright, though the piece presents subscriptions as a possible business model rather than a confirmed plan for Meta’s device.
There are also questions about whether current humanoid robots are ready for everyday home use. The article notes that some widely shared demonstrations rely on teleoperation, preprogrammed routines or remote control, rather than full autonomy. While robots can perform impressive movements, their behavior may still be unpredictable and potentially unsafe in a typical home.
The piece says safe and reliable household robots may take years to arrive. Until then, Meta’s reported project remains a glimpse of how companies might combine robotics and AI—not evidence that a capable home assistant is ready for consumers.
Sources: TechRadar.