Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot

A humanoid robot that has to be held up, nudged and tuned before it can say hello is a demonstration, not a companion. The Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot takes the opposite approach: it stands up by itself when it is switched on, answers when it is called, recognizes common objects and can be programmed from a phone. For classrooms, maker spaces and curious households across the Caribbean, that is a very different starting point from a laboratory machine.

The product is available through this page, by quotation.

Background

Humanoid robotics has spent years split between two extremes: simple toys on one side and research platforms that need a lab and a technician on the other. The BUMI line from NOETIX is an attempt to occupy the ground between them, with a small bipedal body that people can actually live and work alongside.

NOETIX and the BUMI family

NOETIX offers BUMI as a family rather than a single model. The five versions are Lite, Pro, EDU-Air, EDU-Pro and EDU-Max. The Standard robot described here sits at the heart of that family, and the versions differ mainly in connectivity and in the compute module they carry. Each of those versions has its own page in our catalog, so a buyer can compare them before asking for a quotation.

The positioning is bold: BUMI is the world's first high-performance humanoid robot in an entry price tier. That is a statement about accessibility, and it explains why the robot is aimed at schools, learners and home users rather than at industrial integrators.

Positioning and key technology

BUMI's design centers on being ready to use. It stands automatically on power-on, without anyone holding it or adjusting it. It responds to voice, so that interaction does not feel cold or scripted. It can recognize common objects, which lets companionship go beyond conversation. And it can be controlled and programmed from a phone, so the owner can build custom motions of their own and make the robot truly theirs.

Power comes from a quick-release smart battery rated 48v 5.1Ah, which is a practical detail for anyone who plans to use the robot in lessons or demonstrations and wants to handle the battery easily.

Technical Specifications

Specifications as published by the manufacturer; confirmed against the datasheet at quotation.

The manufacturer has not published the maximum walking speed, the payload, the IP rating, the charging time, the camera resolution, the operating temperature, the contents of the box or the body materials; they are confirmed at quotation.

What makes BUMI different from a toy robot or a research humanoid?

The first difference is behavior out of the box. A toy robot usually needs a flat surface and a gentle hand, and a research humanoid needs a technician to bring it up. BUMI stands on its own when it is powered on, with no support and no tuning, so a teacher or a parent can switch it on in front of an audience and expect it to be ready.

The second difference is how open it is. Phone control and free programming mean the robot is not limited to a fixed set of routines. The owner can design custom motions, which turns the robot from a product that is watched into one that is worked with. For a student, that is the difference between seeing a humanoid and learning how one is made to move.

The third difference is size. At 98cm*35cm*20cm when standing, BUMI is compact enough to be handled in a classroom or a living room rather than in a hangar or a lab. A smaller body also suits the way many Caribbean schools and training centers are laid out, where space is shared and equipment moves from room to room.

Which BUMI version should you choose?

The Standard robot is the natural reference point, and the other versions add specific capabilities. The Lite version has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The Noetix BUMI PRO Compact Humanoid Robot adds a 4G/5G module on top of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, which matters where a robot should stay connected away from a local network.

For heavier development work, the education versions add a high-compute module. The Noetix BUMI EDU PRO Humanoid Robot carries the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super, and the Noetix BUMI EDU MAX Humanoid Robot carries the NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX. The Noetix BUMI EDU Air Humanoid Robot completes the education line. Each figure belongs only to the version named, and none of them should be assumed for the Standard robot.

Who is the Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot for?

Schools and training centers are the clearest audience. A humanoid that stands by itself, speaks and can be programmed from a phone gives teachers a hands-on way to introduce robotics, coding and mechanical thinking, and the compact body makes it easy to share between classes.

Makers, hobbyists and university clubs will value the freedom to program their own motions. Families who want a companion that talks, recognizes everyday objects and performs for guests will find the ready-to-use behavior reassuring, since there is nothing to balance by hand.

Demonstration and outreach teams, such as technology fairs, community events and shop-floor displays, can use BUMI as an attention-holding presence. Buyers who need cellular connectivity should look at the Pro version, and those who plan to run heavier on-board computing should look at the EDU-Pro or EDU-Max pages.

What is the Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot used for?

1. Classroom robotics lessons. A physical humanoid that students can see stand, respond and move makes programming concepts concrete.
2. Phone-based programming projects. Learners build and test their own custom motions from a phone and watch the result on the robot.
3. Voice interaction demonstrations. The robot answers when called, which shows how spoken commands can drive a machine.
4. Object recognition exercises. Recognition of common objects lets projects go beyond conversation into perception.
5. Home companionship and entertainment. Automatic standing and a responsive voice make it easy for a family to enjoy.
6. Events and public demonstrations. A compact humanoid that is ready when switched on is well suited to fairs, open days and showrooms.

Pricing and Availability

We do not publish prices for this robot. A quotation is the way to proceed: tell us the version you have in mind, how many units you need and where they will be used, and we will prepare an offer. Delivery, customs and support are arranged together with the quotation, so that nothing is left to chance after the order. The Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot is available on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is the Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot?

It measures 98cm*35cm*20cm (height, width, depth) when standing.

Does the robot need help to stand up?

No. It stands automatically on power-on, without being held or adjusted.

Can I program it myself?

Yes. The robot can be controlled from a phone and programmed freely, so you can create your own custom motions.

What battery does it use?

It uses a quick-release smart battery rated 48v 5.1Ah.

Which version has 4G/5G or a Jetson module?

The Pro version has a 4G/5G module together with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The EDU-Pro carries the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super, and the EDU-Max carries the NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX.

Does the robot recognize objects and respond to voice?

Yes. It answers to voice and recognizes common objects, so interaction goes beyond simple conversation.

Where can I buy the Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot and what does it cost?

You can request it through this page. The cost is given in a written quotation prepared for your version, quantity and destination.

Summary

The Noetix BUMI Standard Humanoid Robot is built for people who want a humanoid that is ready before the audience arrives: it stands up by itself, answers to voice, recognizes common objects and can be reprogrammed from a phone. Its compact size, quick-release battery and family of versions give schools, makers and households room to start small and grow. For a quotation, version advice and delivery arrangements, this page is the starting point.