The upcoming 2026 World Robot Conference has already sparked excitement, but it is the world's first embodied intelligent robot 4S store that is stealing the spotlight.

Spanning 4,000 square meters, this facility showcases over 100 robot application scenarios and partners with 150-plus channel manufacturers, generating annual revenue exceeding 60 million yuan. What started as a display hall last year has now evolved into a full-service 4S store, marking the transition of robots from mere "exhibits" to functional "products."

Over the past year, the robotics industry has undergone a complete intelligent transformation rather than incremental speed improvements. Even the most basic components have seen revolutionary changes—last year's simple rigid grippers have been replaced by dexterous hands featuring three joints per finger, enabling precise handling of intricate small parts.

Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area (E-Town) has become a magnet for the industry, attracting more than 300 robotics companies in the past year, with the industrial chain scale surpassing 20 billion yuan. The 2026 World Robot Conference is scheduled to take place in Yizhuang from August 19 to 23.

Are affordable humanoid robots for everyday consumers truly within reach? How far are we from having robots handle laundry and cooking? Stay tuned for in-depth coverage on these developments.