Six humanoid robots worked a 24-hour shift at a convenience store, but two weren't good enough to keep their jobs
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Through the looking glass: If you're wondering which job humanoid robots will take next, or "help the humans with," it could be in your local convenience store. A Chinese robot manufacturer recently launched a livestreamed challenge involving six of its humanoid machines working a 24-hour shift at a store, but not all of them passed their probation.
Agibot's G2 robots took over duties at an operating convenience store in Shanghai's Xuhui district between November 2 and 3. The company called the broadcast "Robots Never Clock Out," which perfectly captures why managers are introducing these robots.
The machines' assignments included stocking shelves, preparing coffee and hot food, greeting customers, and clearing rubbish. The challenge covered four periods: the lunchtime rush, evening crowds, overnight duty, and breakfast preparation. All of which meant there were plenty...
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