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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 3, 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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Apptronik Apollo
Apptronik Apollo: A Grounded Look at the Logistics-First Humanoid

Apptronik Apollo represents a shift toward utility-focused humanoid robotics, prioritizing logistics and warehouse operations over general-purpose domestic assistance. As the technology moves from prototype to pilot deployments, particularly through partnerships with major logistics firms, a realistic assessment of its hardware capabilities, safety protocols, and market viability is required.

Jul 3, 2026 9 min
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Unitree H1 & G1
Unitree H1 and G1: Analyzing the Affordability and Performance of China's Leading Humanoid Contenders

Unitree Robotics has disrupted the humanoid robotics sector with the H1 and G1 models. This article examines their specifications, shipping status, and availability in India, focusing on hardware reality over marketing claims.

Jul 3, 2026 10 min
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Figure 01 & Figure 02
Figure 01 & Figure 02: Assessing Figure AI’s Commercial Humanoid Roadmap

Figure AI’s Figure 01 is currently in pilot deployments with BMW and Amazon, marking a shift from demo to utility. Figure 02 remains in development with promised throughput improvements. This article analyzes hardware specs, deployment status, and India market availability without hype.

Jul 3, 2026 8 min
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Tesla Optimus
Tesla Optimus: A Grounded Review of Gen 1 to Gen 2 Progress

An analysis of Tesla's bipedal humanoid programme, distinguishing between marketing claims and shipped hardware from the Gen 1 reveal to the Gen 2 actuation pivot. This article examines deployment status, pricing economics, and India availability with evidence-based reporting.

Jul 3, 2026 8 min
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Export Controls
Navigating Export Controls: Wassenaar, EAR, and the Robotics Supply Chain in India

An analysis of how Wassenaar and EAR regulations impact the import and manufacturing of humanoid robots in India, focusing on compliance, pricing, and hardware availability.

Jul 3, 2026 8 min
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Robot Safety Standards
Navigating Robot Safety Standards: ISO 10218, ISO 13482, and the Reality of Collaborative Automation in India

This article examines the technical and regulatory framework surrounding industrial and service robot safety, focusing on ISO 10218 and ISO 13482. We evaluate claims against shipped hardware, specifically regarding the Indian market's regulatory landscape, BIS certification requirements, and the cost implications of compliant robotics integration.

Jul 3, 2026 6 min
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EU AI Act & Robotics
EU AI Act & Robotics: A Compliance Analysis for Manufacturers

An in-depth analysis of the EU AI Act's risk-based framework, specifically examining how it categorizes robots, autonomous systems, and general-purpose AI. This article details compliance obligations, export implications for Indian manufacturers, and the timeline for enforcement.

Jul 3, 2026 8 min
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DGCA Drone Rules
Navigating the Sky: India’s DGCA Drone Regulatory Framework Explained

A comprehensive guide to the Drone (Management) Rules 2021, the Digital Sky Platform, and recent amendments governing commercial and recreational drone operations in India.

Jul 3, 2026 9 min
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India Robotics VC
India Robotics VC Landscape: Hardware Delivery vs. Funding Announcements

An analysis of venture capital activity in India's robotics sector, evaluating the track records of Sequoia, Accel, and Blume Ventures against actual hardware shipments, pilot deployments, and landed pricing. This report separates software-defined automation from physical hardware manufacturing.

Jul 3, 2026 8 min

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