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China deploys OpenClaw for robotic automation
In China, OpenClaw is already being applied in robots
While many around the globe are still exploring OpenClaw, in China, it’s already being applied in robots.
Last week at a tech expo in Shanghai, the Chinese home robotics company Ecovacs showcased its new robot, Bajie, which uses OpenClaw.
Marketed as a home "butler," the robot has the capability to complete tasks like organising shoes or putting away toys.
In a conversation with the Chinese publication Ifeng, Ecovacs founder Qian Dongqi expressed that the long-term vision is for robots like Bajie to undertake more household duties.
A journalist from the Chinese tech website 36Kr observed the robot in operation and reported that it required several attempts to finish tasks, noting "there were also some inconsistencies."
Beyond home robots, developers are embedding OpenClaw into the G1 humanoid robot made by Chinese robotic company Unitree, enabling it to follow commands and move through physical environments in real-time.
A team called Dimensional in the US has made the system behind these integrations available as open-source.
Earlier this month, another Chinese company, AgileX Robotics, released a guide illustrating how OpenClaw can be paired with its robotic arm, allowing users to control it using everyday language.
Chinese tech heavyweight Xiaomi is also trialing its OpenClaw iteration across its product lines, from mobile devices to smart home products.
Recently, China has experienced a significant OpenClaw craze. Enthusiasts quickly installed the AI on their gadgets, some hiring others to set it up, while lines formed outside Tencent’s Shenzhen and Baidu’s Beijing locations for assistance from engineers.
This enthusiasm is partly fueled by a popular saying, "raising the lobster," which is used by Chinese users when referring to the deployment of the AI agent to simplify routine tasks.
To meet the soaring demand for AI technologies, China’s tech titans, like Tencent, Alibaba, and ByteDance, have been introducing their customised OpenClaw versions in recent weeks.
