Realbotix unveiled its latest humanoid robot, Melody, at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The robot, designed with advanced features to improve functionality and adaptability, is positioned as a versatile tool for a range of applications, including education, research, healthcare, and entertainment.
Melody incorporates upgraded P-Series servo motors from Dynamixel, providing smoother and more humanlike movements. Her design emphasizes modularity, allowing users to disassemble and reassemble the robot for easy transportation, including packing it into standard suitcases for air travel.
Equipped with advanced vision systems and micro-cameras, Melody is capable of eye tracking, maintaining eye contact, and identifying objects. This capability was demonstrated at CES, where attendees interacted with Melody and viewed her visual processing on a connected monitor. The robot also features Realbotix’s patented modular system, enabling users to replace body components, enhancing its flexibility and operational lifespan.
Built on an open-source platform, Melody supports integration with Realbotix’s proprietary companionship AI as well as third-party platforms such as ChatGPT. This compatibility broadens the robot’s applicability, allowing businesses and developers to customize her functionality according to their specific needs.
Realbotix CEO Andrew Kiguel highlighted the practical benefits of Melody’s design, stating, “Melody was created with the intention of having robots that are easy to travel with and modify for various forms of personal interaction. Her modular design and advanced features provide a practical and accessible platform for diverse applications. In addition, the hardware is open-source, allowing our robots to interact with various AI platforms when required.”
