Summary
The article discusses the progress of humanoid robots in becoming part of household life. While new humanoid robots have been developed, they still face challenges with performing simple tasks like picking up objects.
Key Facts
- Humanoid robots are being developed to look and act like humans.
- Silicon Valley shows rising interest in humanoid robots as a significant step forward in artificial intelligence (AI).
- Current humanoid robots have difficulty doing basic tasks such as picking up a glass or watering plants.
- The BBC’s cyber correspondent, Joe Tidy, explores the potential of having these robots in homes in the near future.
- Presenters of this special edition are Chris Vallance and Joe Tidy, with production by Tom Quinn and Imran Rahman-Jones.