Chinese technology giant Honor has announced that it will debut its first-ever humanoid robot at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona today. This marks a significant pivot for the smartphone manufacturer as it seeks to compete with companies like Xiaomi and Tesla in the emerging robotics market. The robot is expected to feature advanced AI integration, allowing it to perform household tasks and interact naturally with users Gasgoo.

Alongside the humanoid robot, Honor is also showcasing a "Robotic Phone" prototype that uses AI to adapt its physical form based on user needs. Industry analysts believe that the entrance of major smartphone brands into robotics will accelerate the commercialization of AI-driven machines for the consumer market. The launch highlights the fierce competition in the tech sector to lead the next era of personal computing beyond traditional screens Gasgoo.