Tesla recently displayed the Optimus robot at the Cybercab luxury showcase, and its interactive performance was impressive. The robot interacts with the audience, serving drinks, playing games, and even dancing and talking. However, the editor of Downcodes learned from multiple sources that the performance of the Optimus robot may not be completely autonomous, and there may be human intervention behind it. This article will delve into the authenticity of this display and the thinking behind it.
Tesla recently presented the Optimus robot as an important highlight at the Cybercab luxury display. The robots interacted with the audience, served drinks, played games, and even danced and conversed in the pavilion to impress. However, as more details emerged, questions were raised about the authenticity of the display.
Multiple sources indicate that the Optimus robot may not be fully autonomous. Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas noted that these robots rely on remote operation (human intervention). Attendee Robert Scoble also revealed that engineers told him that the robot uses artificial intelligence to walk, but other functions may be assisted remotely.
Some details observed at the scene support these claims. For example, each robot has a different voice, and their reactions are quick and accompanied by appropriate gestures. Even more interestingly, when asked about the degree of autonomy, one robot responded humorously that there might be some, while another directly admitted that today, I had help from a human.
It is worth noting that Tesla does not seem to be deliberately hiding this fact. This is reminiscent of when Musk first announced the Tesla humanoid robot, which was actually a person wearing a robot suit on stage.
Still, eventgoers didn't seem unhappy with the presentation. However, this demonstration may not truly reflect Tesla's actual progress in humanoid robot research. For those hoping to see the true state of Tesla's robotics, this We, Robots event may not be the best reference.
The discussion triggered by this display once again highlighted the public's concern about the current development status of AI and robotics technology, as well as the expectation that technology companies should maintain transparency when displaying innovative results.
All in all, although the display of Tesla's Optimus robot was exciting, it also triggered people's deep thinking about the current development status of AI technology and corporate publicity strategies. In the future, technology companies will need to pay more attention to authenticity and transparency when demonstrating AI results, so that they can better lead the development of the industry and build trust with the public.