OpenAI, Homebot One and Nori Robotics enter the Humanoid Home News Top 10 for September 2026 as Tesla Optimus GEN3 remains No. 1 and three robots drop below the cutoff.
OpenAI plans humanoid robots, TIME reports, while job listings point to a broader robotics effort around general-purpose robots, real-world AI, dynamic environments and multiple robotic form factors.
A San Francisco customer paid $30 for a Tau Robotics humanoid cleaning visit, but the robot was teleoperated by a human operator, raising useful home-robot questions.
Counterpoint Research says global humanoid robot shipments topped 22,000 in H1 2026, with growth driven by commercial deployments, service uses and industrial demand.
Forbes reports Nori A3 launched at $1,688 with fall delivery, positioning a wheeled bimanual robot for home chores, kitchen help, dish loading, training and affordable physical AI.
TIME has recognized 1X NEO among its Best Inventions of 2026. For home buyers, delivery timing, pricing and the role of remote human assistance still matter.
Humanoid Home News welcomes humorous cartoons about life at home with humanoid robots. Email your submission, creator credit and details of any AI involvement to Dan.
FF Nova starts at $2,490 and Nova Mini at $299. Their developer and education focus, optional extras and launch limits shape what those prices mean for home buyers.
Modar Alaoui's new Wiley book examines the business behind humanoid robots, from investment and manufacturing to public trust. Its official launch was announced October 13.