The Internet can't stop watching Figure AI's humanoid robots handling packages

Figure AI livestreamed three F.03 humanoid robots sorting packages continuously starting May 14, 2026 , generating significant viral attention and becoming a benchmark demonstration for autonomous humanoid robotics. The robots achieved parity with human speed on the task using integrated cameras and on-board Helix-02 software , though questions remain about speed, accuracy, exception handling, cost, safety, and maintenance in real-world deployment .

Source: Ars Technica | 2026-05-20