Live Science recently conducted a poll asking its readers whether they would allow a humanoid robot to take over their household chores. As of September 15, more than 600 people had responded. Nearly 42% said they would let a robot handle their chores, with one reader humorously noting, "I would, but I doubt my wife would approve of the job the robot did." Another reader replied with a playful challenge: "Good for her. Take her household responsibilities for a year and report back." Thirty-six percent of respondents opted against the idea, citing a lack of trust in the robot's ability to handle tasks like washing dishes or managing personal data. Humanoid robots learn to perform tasks by building models of their surroundings, but the technology is still in its early stages. As a result, robots often make clumsy, sometimes amusing mistakes. These mechanical limitations, rather than privacy concerns, seem to be the main issue people are focused on when considering the use of such machines. Many commenters expressed doubts about a robot's ability to perform delicate or complex tasks around the home. One reader noted, "I don't think robots are dexterous enough to do dusting chores. Maybe vacuuming, but probably slow and clumsy moving furniture." They also questioned whether a robot could distinguish between items that could be placed in a dishwasher and those that couldn’t, adding that tasks like mopping hard floors or moving furniture might be too challenging. Despite these concerns, some readers saw potential in robots for specific tasks. One person suggested, "Maybe robots can maintain houseplants. Certainly, equipped with a moisture meter and a huge horticultural database, robots can probably serve a better role as waterers in huge commercial nurseries." This highlights the idea that while humanoid robots may not be ready for all household tasks, they might still have niche applications in areas like gardening or large-scale plant care.