Zeroth M1 and W1: Desk-Sized and Wall-E Style Humanoid Robots at CES 2026

Introducing the Zeroth M1 Humanoid Robot

• 💡 The Zeroth M1 is a desk-sized humanoid robot designed to bring AI chatbot capabilities into a physical, accessible form factor for families.
• 💰 Priced at $2,300, it aims to be a more affordable alternative to larger, more expensive humanoid robots.

Advanced Sensor and Navigation Capabilities

• 🔬 The M1 is equipped with a LiDAR sensor, a camera, and a Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensor to navigate its environment and avoid obstacles.
• 🚶 It features three primary modes: autonomous walking, a self-driving car mode for low-light navigation, and automatic self-charging by returning to its base station.

Zeroth W1: The Outdoor "Wall-E" Robot

• 🚀 The Zeroth W1 is an outdoor-oriented version of the M1, featuring a design inspired by Disney's Wall-E, complete with an expressive, licensed face.
• 🎒 This model is built for ruggedness and can carry weight, making it suitable for tasks like assisting backpackers with gear.
• 🔋 The W1 offers approximately 2-3 hours of heavy use or 6-7 hours of lighter use on a single charge, and is priced at $5,500, also shipping by the end of March.

Potential Use Cases and Future Outlook

• 🤝 The robots are envisioned for applications such as elder companionship and educational tools for children, extending the utility of chatbots beyond simple conversation.
• ⚠️ While impressive, full capabilities were not demonstrated at CES due to event limitations; CNET looks forward to a full review.