Jensen Huang demonstrated Microducks at GTC Berlin, showing the robots waddling, falling over, and performing somersaults on voice commands. This footage went viral immediately, driving preorders past 20,000 units within 24 hours according to Hugging Face executive Clem Delangue. The devices are scheduled for Christmas delivery and appear to be targeting adults as well as children.
These robots are significant because they represent a shift towards accessible, open-source hardware integrated with Nvidia’s technology stack. Pollen Robotics, the manufacturer acquired by Hugging Face in 2025, allows owners to train new tricks and share them with the community. This model contrasts with closed proprietary systems by enabling user-generated content. The rapid sales volume suggests strong market appetite for tangible AI interactions rather than abstract discussions.
- Microducks are part of Hugging Face’s second robot product line after Reachy Mini.
- Training data for basic movements was generated through Nvidia simulations.
- Current preorders indicate a potential best-selling status for the year.
