UBTECH's lifelike humanoids can converse, respond to emotional cues and imitate human movement, with premium versions listed for as much as $179,950 (about £133,554) in some retailers.
Chinese robotics company UBTECH Robotics has entered the emerging market for humanlike AI companions with its UWORLD U1 series, a range of humanoids designed to look, move and interact more like people. However, their capabilities remain centred on conversation and social interaction rather than domestic work.
