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Eve and Neo—projects that have garnered attention partly due to their eerie looks and the involvement of OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT, who are investors in some of these endeavors. The unsettling facial design of these robots stirs discomfort, and some skepticism persists about whether these figures are actual bots or just humans in costumes, possibly a cost-saving measure.
Unitary’s Balance Robot and Dog Robot represent more practical advancements. Their balance capabilities suggest progress toward stability critical for human-like robots. The canine robot, capable of performing impressive tricks, could serve as a security detail rather than a pet, especially for large estates where autonomous security is desirable.