An expert believes that for robots to truly serve as human assistants, they must become more advanced, multifunctional, and powerful—something that will depend on ongoing technological breakthroughs.
SHENZHEN – The recent launch of an innovative “6S” robot store in Shenzhen marks a significant step forward for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) in integrating robotics into everyday consumer life.
While the store showcases cutting-edge technology and draws growing public interest, industry experts caution that widespread household adoption of robots still faces key challenges—namely cost, reliability, and the need for greater intelligence and functionality.
Touted as the world’s first “6S” robotics store, it drew a large crowd during its opening weekend on July 28, attracting visitors not only from across mainland China but also from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and countries like India. The strong turnout led to a notable spike in orders.
In addition to offering the traditional functions of a “4S” automotive store—sales, spare parts, service, and surveys—the newly opened “6S” robot store in Shenzhen goes a step further by introducing robot leasing services starting at 1,000 yuan ($139) per day, along with options for personalized customization.
The robots on display impressed visitors with their versatile capabilities, including dancing, catching objects with precision, giving massages, and preparing snacks, desserts, and coffee.
By Saturday, the store had recorded nearly one million yuan in direct consumer sales, two million yuan in business orders, and $500,000 in revenue from overseas markets.
Located in a flagship shopping center in Shenzhen’s Longgang District, the store reflects the district’s ambitious “All in AI” strategy. In May, Longgang became the first region in China to establish a government department specifically focused on promoting artificial intelligence and robotics.
With the goal of becoming a model hub for the robotics industry, Longgang is developing a demonstration zone where the 6S store plays a central role—serving as a multifunctional space for robot sales, performances, real-world applications, and professional training.
Across the Greater Bay Area, robots are rapidly transitioning from research labs to real-world environments. In Shenzhen, they are already deployed in new energy vehicle (NEV) factories, delivering goods through subway systems, and contributing to residential construction projects. Meanwhile, in Hong Kong, robots are assisting in surgeries, maintaining subway systems, and inspecting public housing estates.
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