Hugging Face launches Microduck, a $399 open-source AI robot biped

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Hugging Face's robotics subsidiary Pollen Robotics has unveiled the Microduck, a one-eyed bipedal AI robot standing just under 10 inches tall. The compact robot is available for preorder at $399 in four color options, with shipping expected before Christmas 2026. Demo videos show the Microduck performing tasks such as picking up objects, kicking a ball, and moving on miniature rollerskates. It can react to its environment, follow a laser pointer, and be operated via a game controller. Like other Hugging Face products, the Microduck runs on open-source software.

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