"Unveiled at CES 2026, the W1 isn't Disney-licensed (that version stays in China for now), but it captures something essential that's been missing from the "smart home" conversation. This isn't about another voice assistant that sits in the corner. This is about a robot that moves through your space, physically interacts with your world, and yes, kind of makes you feel like you're living in the future."
"At $5,599, the W1 is positioned as an autonomous, wheel-based assistant for homes and light commercial spaces. Standing 22.6 inches tall and weighing 44 pounds, it uses dual-tread wheels inspired by WALL-E's iconic design to navigate complex terrain like grass, pavement, and gravel. That's a bigger deal than it sounds, because most home robots panic when they encounter anything besides hardwood floors."
The W1 is a $5,599 autonomous, wheel-based assistant for homes and light commercial spaces. It stands 22.6 inches tall, weighs 44 pounds, and uses dual-tread wheels inspired by WALL-E to traverse grass, pavement, and gravel. Navigation combines lidar, RGB cameras, and multiple sensors to map environments and avoid obstacles. The robot can carry up to 110 pounds, transport items, follow users between rooms, and capture photos with a 13-megapixel camera. Top speed is about 1.1 mph to ensure safe operation around people and pets. Zeroth is building a "Technology DNA" to expand future capabilities.
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