California, May 20, 2025 — Tesla CEO Elon Musk has unveiled a new video showcasing the company’s humanoid robot, Optimus, performing a range of household chores with human-like precision. The demonstration, released via Musk’s official handle on X (formerly Twitter), marks a major leap forward in Tesla’s robotics development and signals the company’s ambitions to enter the domestic AI appliance market in a significant way.
Describing the robot as “the biggest product ever,” Musk stated that Optimus could potentially surpass Tesla’s electric vehicles in market impact. “Millions of households will want one,” Musk declared. “Optimus will eventually handle everything from basic chores to complex tasks across industries.”
The video features Optimus folding laundry, picking up objects, pouring beverages, and navigating domestic settings autonomously. The footage reveals substantial improvements since the robot’s first appearance at Tesla’s AI Day in 2022, when it was only capable of limited movement and pre-programmed actions.
Tesla claims the current version of Optimus is powered by its advanced Full Self-Driving (FSD) software and integrated with AI models trained on real-world scenarios using the company’s Dojo supercomputer. The robot is equipped with custom-built actuators, sensor arrays, and a battery pack designed for all-day performance.
Experts say the demonstration positions Tesla at the forefront of domestic robotics innovation. Industry analysts have noted that if successfully commercialized, Optimus could disrupt sectors such as home care, manufacturing, logistics, and hospitality.
However, the development has also sparked concerns regarding ethics, job displacement, and regulatory oversight. “This is a significant technological milestone, but it raises critical questions about the future of labor and privacy,” said Dr. Anita Deshmukh, a technology ethicist based in Palo Alto.
Tesla has not announced a definitive release date or pricing details, though Musk hinted at potential mass production starting in 2026. The company has stated that further updates will be shared in the coming months.
The unveiling comes amid increasing global competition in the AI robotics space, with tech giants in Asia, Europe, and North America racing to deliver functional humanoid assistants for both domestic and industrial use.
As Tesla pushes forward, Musk’s latest reveal reinforces his vision of a future in which AI-powered robots become part of everyday life. While questions remain about accessibility, affordability, and societal impact, the Optimus demonstration has undoubtedly intensified global interest in the role of humanoid robots in the years ahead.
