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NEW YORK, May 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OlloBot is set to launch a new offline experience in North America in late June, featuring plush collectibles inspired by its OlloBot family member, OlloNi, while offering a first look at its upcoming product prototype, the OlloNi SS1. Scheduled for a global launch on Kickstarter in late August, the new model will be previewed on-site.
The move builds on the strong interest generated at CES 2026, where OlloNi first drew attention for its distinctive form and emotionally expressive interaction design. Unlike conventional robotic displays, the debut attracted sustained visitor engagement, signaling a growing appetite for technologies that can deliver more intuitive and human-centered experiences. The upcoming North America activation responds directly to that interest, translating early curiosity into a more immersive, real-world encounter. While the OlloNi SS1 will be presented in its current design-stage form as a preview of what's to come, the experience focuses on creating tangible touchpoints that bring OlloBot's vision of "companionship" closer to everyday contexts.
This approach reflects the brand's broader thinking on how robots can exist within the home environment. "Robots designed for the home need to begin with emotional connection," said Lyn Fang, founder of OlloBot. Lyn noted that development paths in the robotics sector have increasingly diverged. On one end are humanoid systems focused on advanced mobility and functional integration, while on the other are entertainment-oriented AI devices that often lack depth in emotional interaction. Between these two directions lies an emerging opportunity: companion-oriented robots designed to exist consistently within the home and build meaningful, long-term relationships.
Positioned within this space, OlloBot introduces the concept of a "cyber pet," intended not to replace human roles, but to respond to the growing absence of companionship in modern households. Unlike task-oriented devices, such systems are designed to build familiarity over time through ongoing presence and subtle interaction.
This philosophy is further encapsulated in the brand's core concept: technology that conveys warmth. From its rounded physical design to its soft, non-intrusive interaction cues, OlloBot prioritizes reducing the sense of distance often associated with machines. Rather than emphasizing mechanical precision or information delivery, the system is designed to make emotions perceptible. A multi-screen expression system enables communication through visual cues such as gaze and state changes, fostering a sense of emotional presence rather than transactional interaction.
The approach also extends to how companionship is delivered. OlloBot incorporates an active presence mechanism, allowing the device to remain perceptive and responsive without becoming disruptive. This balance reflects a restrained product philosophy that distinguishes the brand within the category. Instead of competing for constant attention or encouraging dependency, the design emphasizes ease of long-term coexistence. The goal is not immediate novelty, but a sustained sense of comfort that integrates naturally into daily routines.
The upcoming OlloNi SS1 represents a continuation of this direction and will enter crowdfunding on Kickstarter in August, with final commercial release details to be announced. Ahead of this, the North America showcase will also introduce a line of plush collectibles based on OlloNi, available in blind box format. These items serve as an accessible extension of the brand's identity, reinforcing its focus on emotional resonance while broadening audience engagement.
As smart home technologies continue to evolve, the definition of innovation is gradually shifting from enhanced capability to deeper understanding. In this context, OlloBot's exploration centers on a more immediate and human concern: the growing absence of companionship in modern living environments. By adopting a measured and empathetic design path, the brand seeks to integrate technology into everyday relationships in a more sustainable way—one that prioritizes being seen, understood, and accompanied over momentary novelty.
About OlloBot
OlloBot, a brand under BizConf Technology Co., Ltd. (SHE: 300578), specializes in embodied intelligence and develops proactive, family‑centric AI companion cyber-pet robots. The brand focuses on creating emotionally intelligent embodied AI that brings warmth, presence, and gentle connections to modern homes. Its products learn routines and emotional patterns with "gentle intelligence," develop long‑term personality traits, and prioritize privacy and emotional safety.
Pioneering a new category defined by the Cyber Pet concept, OlloBot integrates AI and robotics into real domestic environments to rethink how families connect with technology and to make home life feel more meaningful and emotionally enriched.
For more information, please visit:
Website: https://ollobot.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ollobotofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ollo_bot
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ollo_bot
X (Twitter): https://x.com/OLLOBOT_Real
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@ollo_bot
NEW YORK, May 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OlloBot is set to launch a new offline experience in North America in late June, featuring plush collectibles inspired by its OlloBot family member, OlloNi, while offering a first look at its upcoming product prototype, the OlloNi SS1. Scheduled for a global launch on Kickstarter in late August, the new model will be previewed on-site.
The move builds on the strong interest generated at CES 2026, where OlloNi first drew attention for its distinctive form and emotionally expressive interaction design. Unlike conventional robotic displays, the debut attracted sustained visitor engagement, signaling a growing appetite for technologies that can deliver more intuitive and human-centered experiences. The upcoming North America activation responds directly to that interest, translating early curiosity into a more immersive, real-world encounter. While the OlloNi SS1 will be presented in its current design-stage form as a preview of what's to come, the experience focuses on creating tangible touchpoints that bring OlloBot's vision of "companionship" closer to everyday contexts.
This approach reflects the brand's broader thinking on how robots can exist within the home environment. "Robots designed for the home need to begin with emotional connection," said Lyn Fang, founder of OlloBot. Lyn noted that development paths in the robotics sector have increasingly diverged. On one end are humanoid systems focused on advanced mobility and functional integration, while on the other are entertainment-oriented AI devices that often lack depth in emotional interaction. Between these two directions lies an emerging opportunity: companion-oriented robots designed to exist consistently within the home and build meaningful, long-term relationships.
Positioned within this space, OlloBot introduces the concept of a "cyber pet," intended not to replace human roles, but to respond to the growing absence of companionship in modern households. Unlike task-oriented devices, such systems are designed to build familiarity over time through ongoing presence and subtle interaction.
This philosophy is further encapsulated in the brand's core concept: technology that conveys warmth. From its rounded physical design to its soft, non-intrusive interaction cues, OlloBot prioritizes reducing the sense of distance often associated with machines. Rather than emphasizing mechanical precision or information delivery, the system is designed to make emotions perceptible. A multi-screen expression system enables communication through visual cues such as gaze and state changes, fostering a sense of emotional presence rather than transactional interaction.
The approach also extends to how companionship is delivered. OlloBot incorporates an active presence mechanism, allowing the device to remain perceptive and responsive without becoming disruptive. This balance reflects a restrained product philosophy that distinguishes the brand within the category. Instead of competing for constant attention or encouraging dependency, the design emphasizes ease of long-term coexistence. The goal is not immediate novelty, but a sustained sense of comfort that integrates naturally into daily routines.
The upcoming OlloNi SS1 represents a continuation of this direction and will enter crowdfunding on Kickstarter in August, with final commercial release details to be announced. Ahead of this, the North America showcase will also introduce a line of plush collectibles based on OlloNi, available in blind box format. These items serve as an accessible extension of the brand's identity, reinforcing its focus on emotional resonance while broadening audience engagement.
As smart home technologies continue to evolve, the definition of innovation is gradually shifting from enhanced capability to deeper understanding. In this context, OlloBot's exploration centers on a more immediate and human concern: the growing absence of companionship in modern living environments. By adopting a measured and empathetic design path, the brand seeks to integrate technology into everyday relationships in a more sustainable way—one that prioritizes being seen, understood, and accompanied over momentary novelty.
About OlloBot
OlloBot, a brand under BizConf Technology Co., Ltd. (SHE: 300578), specializes in embodied intelligence and develops proactive, family‑centric AI companion cyber-pet robots. The brand focuses on creating emotionally intelligent embodied AI that brings warmth, presence, and gentle connections to modern homes. Its products learn routines and emotional patterns with "gentle intelligence," develop long‑term personality traits, and prioritize privacy and emotional safety.
Pioneering a new category defined by the Cyber Pet concept, OlloBot integrates AI and robotics into real domestic environments to rethink how families connect with technology and to make home life feel more meaningful and emotionally enriched.
For more information, please visit:
Website: https://ollobot.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ollobotofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ollo_bot
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ollo_bot
X (Twitter): https://x.com/OLLOBOT_Real
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@ollo_bot
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OlloBot to Bring Cyber Pet Concept to North America with OlloNi Showcase and New Prototype Preview
ANSHUN, China, May 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 21, at the Guizhou Anshun Tourism Development Conference, Mafengwo Travel Group officially launched three flagship "New Mountain Play" benchmark projects — Huangheying Water Cave, Lotus Ancient Cave, and Luoyang Glasswater Gorge — while jointly releasing the 2026 Anshun Mountain Outdoor New Play Playbook with the Anshun Municipal Bureau of Culture, Sports, Radio, TV and Tourism. By redefining mountain outdoor travel experiences through "new play," the initiative injects fresh momentum into Anshun's positioning as an international mountain tourism destination.
"Personalized travel is rising rapidly. Tourism is transitioning from a 'sightseeing economy' to an 'experience economy.' More than just 'having been there,' travelers today seek emotional value from scenic spots and related projects," said Chen Gang, Founder and CEO of Mafengwo, in a speech titled *Co-creating the Super Play Era of Mountain Tourism*. He noted that leveraging benchmark new-play projects such as Huangheying Water Cave, Lotus Ancient Cave, and Luoyang Glasswater Gorge, Mafengwo will work with Anshun to integrate "new play, new formats, new marketing, and new consumption" into a holistic innovation ecosystem for destination-wide play. Together, they aim to revitalize natural resources, energize industrial momentum, link rural revitalization, and jointly build Anshun into a national hub for new mountain play.
At a time when travelers are increasingly weary of "man-made check-in spots" and homogenized internet-famous projects, the newly launched projects abandon the old path of large-scale construction. Instead, they return to the wild itself, adopting a "light development, heavy experience" approach to create mountain plays that are "wild on the outside, refined on the inside." Huangheying Water Cave focuses on "natural wonders + interactive adventure," using its original "water-cave" karst features to create a genuine sense of "underground exploration." Lotus Ancient Cave, based on a massive natural cave, integrates "light ultimate" activities such as via ferrata, rappelling, and cave drop towers, allowing ordinary visitors to feel adrenaline-pumping "heart-racing moments" in a natural setting. Luoyang Glasswater Gorge follows the original river course, using natural elevation differences to design trails for hiking, canyoning, and waterfall rappelling, with minimal artificial construction, emphasizing the pristine "glass water" and an eco-harmonious, back-to-nature mountain experience.
At the "2026 Anshun Mountain Tourism New Play" sharing session, Mafengwo Travel Group and the Anshun Municipal Bureau of Culture, Sports, Radio, TV and Tourism jointly released the *2026 Anshun Mountain Outdoor New Play Playbook*. Ten selected plays in non-traditional mountain settings were featured, including "Night Tour of Dupo Tang — Immersive Journey into the World of Journey to the West," "Watch Intangible Cultural Heritage 'Spider-Man' Climb Cliffs for Bird's Nests," and "370-Meter Free Fall at Balinghe Bridge." These showcase how Anshun creatively uses its karst landscapes as a natural "amusement park" for mountain experiences.
He Weihong, Vice Mayor of Anshun, stated in his address: "In Anshun, the 'City of 21°C,' mountains are no longer just scenery to be viewed. They are living fields to be climbed, immersed in, jumped over, and breathed in. Anshun will take this conference as an opportunity to accelerate the internationalization of its mountain tourism and build a first-class mountain outdoor sports destination." During the event, Anshun Tourism Group also promoted its mountain outdoor travel routes.
By early 2026, the number of outdoor sports participants in China had exceeded 400 million, with participation in mountain hiking, trail running, rock climbing, and canyoning rising year by year. Driven by the dual trends of "nationwide fitness" and "pan-outdoor" activities, mountain play is moving from niche circles to the general public. Unlike the high barriers of traditional outdoor activities, Anshun's new plays target the blue ocean market of "light ultimate + strong experience + high shareability." Whether it's a "bridge bungee jump," checking out the natural wonder "Eye of the Great Sage," or experiencing a "Journey to the West fantasy" at night by Dupo Tang Waterfall — these activities are novel, beginner-friendly, and serve as natural content and social currency.
Anshun's mountain play innovation has also attracted international attention. Anouar, Chief Representative of the Tunisian National Tourism Office in China, noted in his speech that Anshun's innovation in integrating mountain tourism and sports is worth learning from for many international peers. He noted that Tunisia has diverse mountain resources across the country, with history embedded in the mountains and culture in the scenery — this is the unique charm of Tunisia's mountains. He looks forward to China-Tunisia cooperation to explore more mountain tourism opportunities and co-create new partnership models.
An international dialogue session brought together representatives from the Norwegian National Tourist Board, Visit Flanders (Belgium), and the Saudi Tourism Authority to discuss mountain outdoor tourism upgrade from a global perspective. The guests agreed that they were delighted to see that Anshun is not simply replicating a "Switzerland of the East" but is creating an entirely new "universal language of mountain tourism." The internationalization of mountain tourism is not about imitation but about excavating the unique narratives of local landscapes — with its green mountains and clear waters as the canvas and play innovation as the brush, Anshun is painting a vibrant new picture for the world.
A domestic dialogue session brought together frontier explorers, practitioners, and experts in mountain sports tourism to discuss the future development of mountain sports tourism from the perspectives of communities, products, and operations. Qin Chuan, Founder of Wanan Youth Travel, noted that with technological advancements and equipment iteration, more and more "outdoor novices" without professional training can enjoy the pleasures of the wild. Currently, Wanan Youth Travel is selecting and developing "super single products" and continuously improving service quality to deliver ultimate outdoor experiences to visitors.
After the conference, industry guests conducted on-site inspections of new play projects, including Lotus Ancient Cave, Dupo Tang Night Tour, Anshun Ancient Town, and Getu River. Wang Yu, Chief Representative of the Norwegian National Tourist Board in Greater China, remarked: "Anshun and Norway share many similarities. Anshun's new mountain plays emphasize 'light development, heavy experience.' Take Lotus Ancient Cave — it doesn't feel like a 'designed' scenic spot, but rather an extension of Anshun's natural mountain charm itself, an experiential field you can fully immerse yourself in. The scale of this 'light ultimate' experience is just right — thrilling enough, yet truly authentic."
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Light Ultimate, High Experience, Original Ecology, Personalization -- Mafengwo and Anshun Municipal Bureau of Culture, Sports, Radio, TV and Tourism Co-create New Forms of Mountain Tourism
Light Ultimate, High Experience, Original Ecology, Personalization -- Mafengwo and Anshun Municipal Bureau of Culture, Sports, Radio, TV and Tourism Co-create New Forms of Mountain Tourism
