Xiaomi's latest factory video hints at bigger ambitions for its humanoid robots

Xiaomi's humanoid robot has progressed from research demonstrations to sustained factory testing, handling repetitive automotive assembly tasks like component sorting over extended periods without human intervention. CEO Lei Jun has signalled plans to deploy humanoid robots across Xiaomi's own manufacturing within five years, indicating robotics may become a core pillar of the company's automation strategy.

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