UBTECH Robotics released a video of the “first mass delivery” of its Walker S2 model, which shows hundreds of anthropomorphic robots marching together. This is the first robot that can change its own battery. The company has received orders in bulk.
Chinese humanoid ‘army of robots’ marching: A Chinese company has released a scary video showing hundreds of anthropomorphic robots marching together, in what the company is calling the “first mass delivery” of its machines.
In this video shared by Shenzhen-based UBTech Robotics, commercial robots are seen standing in a neat row before moving precisely next to each other. The video, which is visually appealing and almost cinematic, was made to promote the launch of the company’s second-generation model.
Ubitech said the mass delivery marks the start of production of its Walker S2 model, which it calls the world’s first human-like robot that can change its own battery, according to a report in the South China Morning Post. The company has announced that deliveries will begin in mid-November. Social media users were both surprised and disturbed by the video, with many calling the marching robot “AI-generated” and “like something from a science-fiction movie.”
Users’ reaction on the video
The video quickly went viral, garnering worldwide attention and mixed reactions. Many users were amazed by the robot’s precise movements, while others expressed concern over the increasing presence of human-like machines in the workplace.
“You know, it would have been a little more believable if someone had moved up through the ranks,” one user commented.
Another said, “It would be worse for China, but shouldn’t all these companies be making the best version of themselves?”
“Who the hell thought it was a fake? Making so many toonits isn’t magic.
UBTech is getting orders in bulk
UBTech said it has received a 159 million yuan order from a company based in Zigong, Sichuan province, its second largest order after a 250 million yuan deal in September.
The company revealed several new deals, including a 126 million yuan contract with a data center in Guangxi, a 250 million yuan order from a major Chinese firm for human robot solutions, and a nearly 100 million yuan purchase from vehicle exporter Miei Auto.