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American Humanoid Robot Launches For Just $1,688, Delivery This Fall, Made In San Francisco

Forbes reports that San Francisco-based company Nori has launched the L3 humanoid robot for $1,688, with pre-orders now open and delivery scheduled for this fall. The robot is manufactured in the United States, marking a notable entry into the affordable humanoid robot market.

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American Humanoid Robot Launches For Just $1,688, Delivery This Fall, Made In San Francisco
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By John Koetsier, Senior ContributorSource:

Forbes InnovationYes, you can buy a humanoid robot made in America right now. Or, rather, pre-order it for delivery in the fall. Here's Nori L3, made in San Francisco.

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