Have you ever thought about a robot that can walk like a person, chat to you, serve drinks, give medicine, and host live demos, The new XMAN F1 robot from KEENON Robotics is made for that. It made its premiere on July 26, 2025, at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference WAIC in Shanghai, and it’s already getting a lot of attention for how it combines human-like movement with real-world usefulness.
In this blog, we’ll talk about what makes XMAN F1 unique, how it operates, where it fits into the tech world today, and how KEENON’s plan is changing the future of service robots.
What Is XMAN F1 and Why It Matters
XMAN F1 is KEENON Robotics’ first fully bipedal humanoid service robot. It’s not simply able to walk and talk; it can also help with real-life duties. At WAIC 2025, KEENON turned their booth into a future demo center with three areas: a medical station, a robotic lounge bar, and a performance space. All of these were powered by XMAN F1 and other bots.
But this wasn’t just a showy launch. It was an indication of a transition toward embodied intelligence, where robots use AI and physical movement to engage with people in natural ways in everyday settings.
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“XMAN F1 is a milestone in bringing embodied AI to life It’s not about replacing humans but enhancing service environments with safe smart collaboration”
— KEENON Robotics WAIC 2025
How XMAN F1 Works Under the Hood
XMAN F1 is like a walking AI agent. It combines human-like movement with multimodal interaction and massive language models to give it the power to.
- Maintain dynamic balance while walking
- Use naturalistic gestures and eye contact
- Respond conversationally with context awareness
- Adapt its actions based on the environment
For instance, during WAIC demos, the robot made popcorn and mixed drinks like Sprite or Coke with the right amount of ice for each participant. It also conducted live product presentations, entirely on its own, with perfect transitions between voice and action.
This ability to adjust in real time comes from AI models on board that can process vision, sound, and language all at once, along with high-precision motors for coordinated action.
What XMAN F1 Can Actually Do
Here’s a quick look at the robot’s real-world abilities.
Cognitive AI
Responds to human input using large language models and context aware dialogue
Task Execution
Can mix beverages present slides prepare food items all without human guidance
Mobility and Balance
Walks smoothly gestures naturally and adapts to crowds or confined spaces
Collaboration
Works alongside other KEENON robots like M104 logistics and T10 delivery
XMAN F1 Is Not Alone Multi Robot Ecosystem in Action
What makes KEENON so different is how XMAN F1 works with other robots. We saw this at WAIC 2025 in two main situations.
- Medical Station XMAN F1 and the logistics robot M104 formed a smart healthcare loop with M104 delivering supplies and XMAN F1 interacting with patients or staff
- Bar Lounge Robotic bartenders mixed drinks in partnership with Johnnie Walker Blue Label while T10 robots delivered them forming a seamless chain from preparation to delivery
This kind of teamwork amongst robots isn’t just cool; it’s the future of automation in hotels, hospitals, and events where different bots can work together like human workers.
Why KEENON’s Strategy Stands Out
According to the latest IDC report.
- KEENON owns 227 percent of global commercial service robot shipments
- It leads food delivery robotics with a 404 percent global market share
Instead of just making humanoid robots, KEENON is creating an ecosystem of robots that can work together and are made for specialized industries including healthcare, logistics, hospitality, and retail.
That’s why XMAN F1 is more than just a machine that walks. It’s part of a long-term ambition to use AI in real work, not simply in demos.
How XMAN F1 Compares with Other Humanoid Robots
Compared to robots like SoftBank’s Pepper or Boston Dynamics’ Atlas XMAN, F1 is more useful than just doing feats or talking to people.
| Feature | XMAN F1 | Pepper | Atlas Boston Dynamics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobility | Fully bipedal | Static base | High mobility not for service |
| AI Interaction | LLM and Multimodal | Predefined scripts | No conversational AI |
| Service Use | Medical food events | Customer greeting | Research industrial only |
| Real world Deployment | Started in 2025 | Since 2015 | Not deployed commercially |
XMAN F1 is the best humanoid robot if you want one that can do more than just serve.
Final Thoughts Is the Future Already Here
The XMAN F1 robot isn’t just another AI term; it’s a fully functional bipedal companion made for today’s world. It is a huge step forward in real-world AI integration since it can move like a person and work with other robots.
As KEENON’s Robotics plus ecosystem grows, the options for hospitals and hotels are only starting to open up.
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