Elon Musk Unveils New Tesla Optimus Robot
Elon Musk Unveils New Tesla Optimus Robot

Elon Musk Unveils New Tesla Optimus Robot

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At Tesla's 'We, Robot' event on October 10, CEO Elon Musk unveiled the highly anticipated Optimus humanoid robot, boasting significant advancements since its initial reveal in 2021. Musk described Optimus as Tesla's 'most monumental product', capable of performing tasks such as teaching, babysitting, and serving drinks, with an expected retail price of $20,000 to $30,000. The event showcased the robot's impressive abilities, including a viral interaction where Optimus expressed a desire to learn how to be more human, raising concerns about the implications of such technology. Social media users drew parallels between Optimus and the 2004 film 'I, Robot', highlighting the eerie similarities to the film's themes of robots and humans coexisting. Alongside Optimus, Tesla also introduced the Cybercab, a self-driving taxi expected to launch in 2026. With its lifelike movements and conversational skills, the Optimus robot has sparked both excitement and apprehension regarding the future of AI and robotics.

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