[Red Badger]

Resistance is futile...................

[ClearCase_guy]

You know all of those Amazon trucks that you see on the streets everywhere? Well, they are working hard to finalize driverless cars and trucks. That will heavily affect employment at Amazon and other trucking firms.

[fso301]

That would translate to more than 600,000 people whom Amazon didn't need to hire.

How many had to design, develop, build and market the robots?

[MeneMeneTekelUpharsin]

I can see a movie kind of like The Truman Show where immense automated factories are built maintained by robots with automated delivery service to stores where all is stocked robotically for the three customers who come in to shop.

Also, some Freeper is already writing software that through specialized equipment will read Freepers minds and come up with snarky, insurrectionist comments. How us it working so far, lesser ones?

[MeneMeneTekelUpharsin]

I can see a movie kind of like The Truman Show where immense automated factories are built maintained by robots with automated delivery service to stores where all is stocked robotically for the three customers who come in to shop.

Also, some Freeper is already writing software that through specialized equipment will read Freepers minds and come up with snarky, insurrectionist comments. How us it working so far, lesser ones?

[Ezekiel]

Looks like Blue Jay doesn’t understand “FRAGILE”.

(It’ll need to learn Italian.)

[MeneMeneTekelUpharsin]

Stkll has a bug or two.

[Haddit]

Me:
Are Elon Musk’s Optimus robots for sale now and how much do they cost?

Meta AI:
The Tesla Optimus robots aren’t available for purchase yet, but Elon Musk has announced plans for the Optimus Gen 3, set to launch in 2026. The expected price range for this model is between $15,000 and $18,000, making it significantly more affordable than its competitors, such as Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot, which costs over $120,000.
Key Features of Optimus Gen 3:
Walking Speed: 10-12 km/h, faster than previous models
Payload Capacity: 20 kg, suitable for tasks like lifting bags or small furniture
Battery Life: 10-12 hours, providing all-day support without frequent recharges
AI Integration: 99.7% facial recognition accuracy and robust voice command understanding
Hand Dexterity: Highly sensitive fingertip sensors for precision handling
The Optimus Gen 3 is designed to assist people with disabilities, providing independent mobility support, real-time assistance, and precise handling. It’s also expected to integrate seamlessly with Tesla’s ecosystem, including electric cars and solar systems ¹.

Me: Will the Optimus Gen 3 have AI?
Meta AI:
The Tesla Optimus Gen 3 will indeed feature advanced AI capabilities. Here are some key aspects of its AI integration ¹ ²:
Grok Voice: This AI-powered natural language assistant enables Optimus to understand context, support multiple languages, and adapt to noisy environments, allowing for natural conversations.
AI-driven neural networks: Optimus combines teleoperation, hardcoding, and AI-driven neural networks to perform tasks traditionally handled by humans, emphasizing adaptability, precision, and autonomy.
Sim-to-Real training: Tesla uses this method to train Optimus, where the robot learns by watching humans in simulation environments and then applies that learning to real-world situations.
Visual AI mapping: Optimus uses cameras, depth sensors, and visual AI mapping to create a 3D layout of its surroundings, avoid obstacles, and adapt to changes in real time.
These AI features will enable Optimus Gen 3 to perform various tasks, such as:
Household chores: cleaning, cooking, folding laundry, and serving drinks
Industrial tasks: carrying items, assisting with assembly, performing inspections, and handling logistics and inventory tasks
Assistance: providing voice-guided help, showing visual instructions, and acting as a patient companion, making it ideal for elderly or tech-challenged users ¹
https://youtu.be/QzJqLn49Xuc

[Brian Griffin]

I think locker trucks might be the way to go.

Stuff would be loaded into lockers (no boxes at 50 cents each needed) on (or placed on) trucks (or trailers) which are driven to sites the customers can pick.

[Lizavetta]

Imagine the savings on power costs because robots don’t need the lights on.

[Theoria]

[Brian Griffin]

Reducing packaging costs and waste is important too, and packaging and safe shipping should be designed to function starting from each factory.

[Brian Griffin]

I think there’s a reason Costco sells gas; it brings customers close to the store.

Perhaps Walmart should sell gas, directly or indirectly.

[dfwgator]

[Jeff Chandler]

What happens when the robots unionize?

[Brian Griffin]

“one of the good things you can say about Amazon is that it employs a whole heck of a lot of American workers”

It is my understanding that the delivery drivers work for captive subcontractors.

[Sequoyah101]

If forecasts of our future population are to be believed someone is going to make all the monopoly money when they invent a care bot to replace geriatric health care workers.

[9YearLurker]

Blue Jay could be a bit more gentle with that package.

[blueunicorn6]

Oh, but they do make mistakes.

That’s when they call me.

I’m a Blade Runner.

[Texan4Life]

I, Robot

Engineers and computer scientists are developing AI-powered robots that look and act human. Boston Dynamics invited 60 Minutes to watch its humanoid, Atlas, learn how to work at a Hyundai factory. 1/4/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbHeh7qwils