Musk unveiled the latest version of Optimus, which he believes could become the company’s most significant product yet. “The future should look like the future,” Musk proclaimed. “Everything we’ve developed for our cars applies to a humanoid robot—only this one has arms and legs instead of wheels.”
Musk highlighted the substantial progress Tesla has made in developing Optimus, though he did not specify an official timeline for its release. However, he hinted that initial units could potentially be available as soon as late this year, and more widespread availability could come by 2025.
He emphasized the versatility of Optimus, claiming it could become a household staple at an estimated price range of $20,000 to $30,000, lower than the cost of most cars. “You could have your own personal R2D2 or C3PO,” Musk said, suggesting that Optimus could perform a wide range of tasks, from babysitting and dog walking to lawn mowing and even serving as a companion.
Guests at the event experienced firsthand interactions with Optimus, marking a shift from canned demos to live showcases. “It’s not a video or walled-off demo," Musk said. "Optimus robots will walk among you. You’ll be able to walk right up to them, and they’ll serve drinks at the bar."
The event gave attendees a glimpse of a future where humanoid robots could integrate seamlessly into daily life, performing both mundane and complex tasks.
While there are still no confirmed production dates, Tesla’s advances with Optimus suggest that the long-anticipated humanoid robot could soon become a reality. Musk confidently stated that Optimus could be a game-changer, saying, “I think every one of the 8 billion people on Earth is going to want their own Optimus buddy—maybe even two.”
The event signals a potential breakthrough in robotics and AI technology, with Optimus poised to reshape how we think about human-robot interaction.
