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Are Tesla’s Robot Prototypes AI Marvels or Remote-Controlled Toys?

Partying robots spark debate about accuracy of Musk's "biggest product ever of any kind" vision.

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Bruce Burke
Oct 12, 2024
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Two years ago, Tesla's Optimus prototype was an underwhelming mess of exposed wires that could only operate in a carefully controlled stage presentation. Last night, Tesla's "We, Robot" event featured much more advanced Optimus prototypes that could walk around without tethers and interact directly with partygoers.

It was an impressive demonstration of t…

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