When we think of robots, we picture humanoid forms, rolling or flying drones, or multi-modal contraptions that scream “future.” But the Jizai Mi-Mo AI robot? It’s here to flip the script, throw in a curveball—or more accurately, a tabletop with legs. Yes, folks, Mi-Mo is a robot that walks, lights up, and also doubles as furniture. Forget linear robotic development; this one took a detour through the IKEA catalog.

Debuting at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Mi-Mo proudly showcased its quirky blend of functionality and, well, quirkiness. Officially described as a customizable general-purpose AI robot, it combines generative AI smarts with a design that can only be described as “Why not?” With a wooden tabletop as its main feature, Mi-Mo looks like someone dared a robot to become a coffee table—and it accepted.
The robot is endlessly customizable, allowing users to attach sensors, hardware add-ons, or whatever their heart desires. Want Mi-Mo to act as your personal assistant? Great. Want it to be a side table that moves wherever you go? Done. Want it to just exist as a walking light source with questionable aesthetic choices? Sure, why not?
Mi-Mo’s movement is described as mimicking a living creature, though with multiple legs, it might remind you more of a centipede having an existential crisis. But hey, it’s innovative—and it doesn’t judge your interior design choices.
Whether it’s solving daily tasks, providing companionship, or simply standing there while you sip coffee, Mi-Mo redefines what a robot can (and should) be. Just try not to trip over it in the dark.
Images: Jizai Co., Ltd.