Chinese tech brand Honor is set to launch its first humanoid robot at Mobile World Congress 2026, marking a major shift from smartphones to embodied AI. Designed for home assistance and companionship, the robot reportedly outpaces Boston Dynamics' Atlas with a 4m/s running speed – faster than Usain Bolt's record pace! 🏃♂️💨
From Pocket to Personal Assistant
CEO Li Jian revealed the robot uses bionic joints and advanced balance algorithms, calling it "a bridge between digital and physical worlds." The move follows Honor's 2025 robotics research announcement and aligns with China's push for AI leadership.
Global Tech Arms Race Heats Up
Xiaomi made waves this month by open-sourcing its robotics model, while vivo focuses on AI "brains" for machines. Even Apple joins the fray with rumored Siri-powered home bots. Analysts say smartphone makers' hardware expertise gives them an edge in this $150 billion market.
Your Future Roommate?
With prototypes handling chores and offering companionship, companies bet consumers will welcome robot helpers by 2030. But can they balance cool tech with privacy concerns? The answer might be waiting at MWC next month. 🤖🏠
