Zeroth brings sci-fi to reality with a new autonomous droid. While China gets a licensed WALL-E, the US market welcomes Spirit, a high-end AI companion. LAS VEGAS — The dream of owning a Pixar-perfect robot companion has finally materialized, albeit with a complex licensing twist. As the consumer electronics world descends upon Las Vegas for CES 2026, the Beijing-based robotics startup Zeroth is capturing headlines with a dual-product strategy that brings the beloved character WALL-E to life, while offering Western consumers a distinct, high-tech alternative. Bringing Animation to Reality For the market in China, Zeroth has achieved a feat of…
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