1X Technologies
1X Technologies is an AI and robotics company with roots in Norway and Silicon Valley, dedicated to building fully autonomous humanoid robots. 1X Technologies was founded in 2014 as Halodi Robotics by CEO Bernt Øyvind Børnich, the company aims to develop general-purpose robots that can coexist with humans and elevate humanity.
Milestones in 1X’s Journey
- 2018: Revo1 Development
Inspired by human tendon actuation, 1X developed Revo1, the world’s highest torque-to-weight drive servo motor, tailored explicitly for low gear-ratio robotics and flexible mechanics. - 2022: EVE Industrial Deployment
The company deployed EVE, a wheeled factory humanoid, into customer facilities globally to autonomously handle industrial tasks. - 2024: Introduction of NEO Beta
1X unveiled NEO Beta, a humanoid robot designed for home use, capable of performing tasks such as carrying groceries and tidying up.
Vision for the Future
In 2025, 1X introduced NEO Gamma, an updated version of NEO more suitable for home usage, bringing the company one step closer to integrating humanoid robots into everyday life. The company’s mission is to build a world where humans can focus more on what they love, while humanoid companions handle the rest.
