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Humanoids are shipping

The humanoid revolution is already in the factory

Tesla Optimus, Figure 02, Unitree H1 and Apptronik Apollo are no longer concept videos - they are on production lines. Here is the honest state of the art.

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Made for India

Specs, prices and availability - in rupees

Every robot we cover comes with India-specific pricing, customs guidance and a realistic view of what is actually importable today.

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Under the hood

The AI stack that makes humanoids work

VLA models, imitation learning and foundation models from Nvidia, DeepMind, Tesla and Figure - without the marketing spin.

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Robots at home

The best robot vacuums, mops and cooking bots for Indian homes

Roborock, Roomba, Dreame, Nymble Julia and the consumer robots actually worth buying in 2026.

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Drones and fields

India's agri-drone wave, grounded

Garuda Aerospace, ideaForge and DJI Agras - who is actually spraying Indian fields, and what it costs the farmer.

Updated continuously · Last updated July 12, 2026

Start with the machines that matter

Four pillars of the RobotWale library - from humanoids to the AI stack underneath.

Famous Humanoids

Tesla Optimus, Figure 02, Unitree H1, Apptronik Apollo and more.

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AI & Robotics

VLA models, imitation learning and the robotics foundation models.

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Home & Consumer

Robot vacuums, cooking bots and the robots already living in Indian homes.

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Drones & Agri

DJI Agras, Garuda Aerospace, ideaForge and India's drone wave.

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IIT Humanoid Labs
IIT Humanoid Research: Separating Prototype from Product in India's Robotics Sector

An evidence-based analysis of humanoid robotics research at IIT Madras, IIT Bombay, and IISc Bangalore. This report grades claims by hardware shipment status, highlighting the current reliance on research prototypes and the significant gap before commercial availability in India.

Jul 11, 2026 9 min
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Honda ASIMO Legacy
The Honda ASIMO Legacy: Engineering Foundations for Modern Humanoid Robotics

An objective review of Honda’s ASIMO program, analyzing its technical contributions to bipedal locomotion and safety systems. While the robot was retired in 2022, its architectural decisions continue to influence current commercial humanoid efforts, though the platform never achieved commercial viability in India or globally.

Jul 11, 2026 8 min
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Boston Dynamics
Boston Dynamics: Engineering Reality vs. Market Hype in the Humanoid Era

A grounded assessment of Boston Dynamics' transition from research lab to commercial entity, analyzing Atlas, Spot, and their specific relevance to the Indian robotics market under Hyundai ownership. This report filters out viral marketing to focus on shipping hardware, pilot deployments, and verified pricing.

Jul 11, 2026 7 min
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Service & Warranty
Humanoid Robot Service & Warranty Guide: What Indian Buyers Need to Know

A grounded analysis of after-sales support, warranty terms, and spare parts availability for humanoid robots entering the Indian market. This guide evaluates the gap between manufacturing promises and logistical reality for early adopters.

Jul 11, 2026 9 min
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Import & Customs
Importing Humanoid Robots to India: Customs, Duties, and Landed Costs

A technical guide to the regulatory and fiscal framework governing the import of humanoid robotics hardware into India, including HS codes, GST rates, BIS compliance, and realistic landed cost estimates for commercial procurement.

Jul 11, 2026 9 min
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Pre-Order Guide
Humanoid Robot Pre-Order Guide: Who Is Actually Taking Deposits in 2024-2025?

A grounded assessment of humanoid robot manufacturers accepting pre-orders, distinguishing between pilot deployments and mass production, with specific focus on India availability and landed costs.

Jul 11, 2026 9 min
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Price in India
Humanoid Robot Pricing in India: Landed Costs, Import Duties, and Availability Reality Check

An objective analysis of humanoid robot pricing in India, detailing base hardware costs, import duties, GST, and operational expenses for enterprise buyers.

Jul 11, 2026 10 min
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Walking Speed & Gait
Humanoid Walking Speed & Gait: Reality vs. Marketing Claims

An evidence-based analysis of locomotion metrics across shipping humanoids, focusing on gait stability, top speed, and India deployment feasibility.

Jul 11, 2026 7 min
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Degrees of Freedom
Degrees of Freedom in Humanoid Robots: A Technical Breakdown of Arm, Hand, and Leg Actuation

An analysis of Degrees of Freedom (DOF) in humanoid robots, comparing shipping hardware like Tesla Optimus, Figure 01, and Unitree H1. We examine leg, arm, and hand specifications with a focus on India market availability and landed cost estimates.

Jul 11, 2026 9 min

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