Hugging Face unveils two new humanoid robots
a year ago
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- Hugging Face released two new open-source humanoid robots: HopeJR and Reachy Mini.
- HopeJR is a full-size robot with 66 degrees of freedom, capable of walking and moving its arms.
- Reachy Mini is a desktop unit that can move its head, talk, listen, and test AI apps.
- Shipping for the robots is expected to start by the end of the year, with waitlists open.
- HopeJR is estimated to cost around $3,000, while Reachy Mini will cost $250-$300.
- The robots are open-source, allowing users to assemble, rebuild, and understand their workings.
- The release was enabled by Hugging Face's acquisition of Pollen Robotics in April.
- Hugging Face has been expanding into robotics, launching LeRobot in 2024 and updating the SO-101 robotic arm in 2025.
- LeRobot's training data was expanded to include self-driving machines through a partnership with Yaak.