Kim Kardashian is causing a stir again - this time with the Tesla-robot Optimus. The celebrity reality star presented the humanoid robot in a video on the Instagram and X platforms. With impressive abilities such as heart gestures, dance moves and even a game of "rock, scissors, paper", the Tesla bot shows what it is capable of. But how autonomous is the technology really?
Tesla's humanoid robot: a demonstration of the future
"My new friend": Kim Kardashian's interaction with Optimus
Kim Kardashian presented the Tesla bot in a series of videos. The robot, which is around 1.70 meters tall and weighs 57 kilograms, impressed with the fluid movements of its arms, hands and head. Its ability to form human gestures such as heart symbols and wave back was particularly emphasized. One highlight was the game of "rock, scissors, paper", which Kardashian - perhaps not entirely surprisingly - won.
meet my new friend 🦾🤖 @Tesla pic.twitter.com/C34OvPA2dY
- Kim Kardashian (@KimKardashian) November 18, 2024
The limits of technology
Although the presentation was entertaining, many questions remain unanswered. With previous Tesla-events, some of the robots were remote-controlled, such as at the October demonstration in California. This raises doubts about the actual autonomy of the technology.
Optimus: a robot for everyday life?
Elon Musk has ambitious plans for the Tesla bot. The aim is for the machine to be used internally at Tesla will be used internally. A broader market launch is planned for 2026, with a sales price of between 20,000 and 30,000 US dollars. According to Tesla assist people with "unsafe, repetitive or boring tasks".
Tesla and Kim Kardashian: a media partnership
Kim Kardashian's contribution is just another example of the collaboration between Tesla and the celebrity world. The Kardashians are well-known fans of the brand. So Kim not only presented the robot, but also a golden Tesla cybercab. Her mother Kris Jenner recently presented her grandson with a Tesla Cybertruck in miniature format.
Conclusion: revolution or PR stunt?
With Optimus Tesla is an exciting vision of the future, but the technology still has to prove itself. The presentation with Kim Kardashian was a successful PR stunt that should further boost interest in Tesla's humanoid robot. The next few years will show whether the Optimus robot can actually revolutionize everyday life.
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