SMRTR TechJun 4, 2026Hacker News

The skeptic's guide to humanoid robots going viral on the Internet

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Viral videos of humanoid robots doing backflips or household chores look impressive, but experts warn these demos are misleading. Because robots look human, people assume they can do everything humans can — which isn't true. Real capability requires large-scale, real-world testing across many different conditions, not just staged performances.

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