Hugging Face's $399 Duck Robot Sold Out in Days — and a Chinese Chip Made It Possible
The open-source software stack lets developers train new behaviors in simulation, while optional accessories and a $399 price target hobbyists and researchers.
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Hugging Face's Microduck is a $399 robot that roller skates
Pollen Robotics has unveiled a bipedal robot called Microduck, at an introductory price of $399 before taxes and shipping. The Bordeaux company is owned by the AI platform Hugging Face. Its new machine has one eye and 15 motors, stands 25cm tall, and weighs under 800g. Preorders opened on Thursday. Pollen is targeting first deliveries […] This story continues at The Next Web
The Microduck, a tiny bipedal robot priced at $399, became a pre-order hit in days with revenue of more than $4 million | Beyond the fun design and open software, the success shines a spotlight on China's Rockchip and the global supply chain behind the wave of personal robotics
Pollen Robotics, part of the Hugging Face group, announced its new robot, "Microduck," on August 27, 2026. Videos of the robot have also been released on their official YouTube channel and X.
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