Fugleramme
An e-ink picture frame that identifies birdsong locally and displays natural-history illustrations.
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Next Gen
AI native products
NEXT IS NOT GIVEN.
SPOTLIGHT SHENZHEN 2026
Selected projects. Center stage.
Meet the 16 projects selected for Spotlight Shenzhen 2026, exploring next-generation AI-native products and applications through robotics, smart devices, and AI assistants.
October 16–17, 2026 · Shenzhen, China
16 selected projects Display order does not indicate ranking
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Tiny Engineer
A desktop robot that turns a coding agent’s status into movements, expressions, lights, and sounds.
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XLeRobot
A low-cost, open-source mobile robot with two arms and a voice-and-vision agent for navigation and manipulation.
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很 Local 实时翻译
Local live translation on Apple Silicon, turning conference speech into bilingual subtitles for GOSIM.
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VibeKeys
A physical remote for coding agents, with buttons, a dial, voice input, and a status display.
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事务官座机
A desk-phone interface connecting a computer, phone, and handset to coordinate AI work and follow progress.
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第三红岸 Redbank III
An open-source telescope network whose AI agent receives astronomy alerts and coordinates distributed observing nodes.
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橘一下 reset
A transition agent using voice, vision, and physical interaction to guide attention from screens back to the real world.
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虾盘 Xiapan USB
A portable AI computer-maintenance assistant on a USB drive, carrying tools, conversations, reports, and settings.
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PhyAgentOS
An open-source runtime for physical agents, combining robot integration, reusable skills, execution, and reflection.
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Meiso Glass
A wireless split AR platform exploring object recognition, spatial panels, voice interaction, and everyday AI assistance.
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Ingora · Qrio
A voice-first AI language companion for children aged 6–12, adapting practice to their level, interests, and progress.
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PoopSense 便知
A toilet-side sensor and AI agent that reduces manual logging and helps families review everyday patterns over time.
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Mira Light
A lamp-shaped desktop companion exploring natural interaction through multimodal sensing and expressive movement.
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Octos Learn
An AI math whiteboard combining spoken questions, handwriting, and camera input with interactive visual explanations.
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Agentero
An agent-friendly research-paper reader bringing AI agents into the full literature-reading workflow.
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SPOTLIGHT / GOSIM SHENZHEN 2026
Spotlight presentation schedule
These talks take place on site at GOSIM Shenzhen 2026.
Day 1 ·
12:30–13:30 · China Standard Time (UTC+8)
3F · ADEN 1 · 8 presentations
| Time | Project on stage |
|---|---|
| – | Spotlight introduction |
| – | Petoi Quaddle |
| – | Fugleramme |
| – | 很 Local 实时翻译 |
| – | 第三红岸 Redbank III |
| – | 事务官座机 |
| – | 橘一下 reset |
| – | 虾盘 Xiapan USB |
| – | PhyAgentOS |
Day 2 ·
12:30–13:30 · China Standard Time (UTC+8)
3F · ADEN 1 · 7 presentations
| Time | Project on stage |
|---|---|
| – | AI视觉创意大赛“瓦卡奖” |
| – | Spotlight introduction |
| – | VibeKeys |
| – | Mira Light |
| – | Octos Learn |
| – | Meiso Glass |
| – | Ingora · Qrio |
| – | PoopSense 便知 |
01 / WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Novel agenticuser experience (UX)
The Agent understands context, calls tools, and completes the task—not just another chat box inside an existing product. Projects must build original smart hardware or adapt and integrate existing devices, including cross-device systems.
Build original smart hardware
Use 3D printing or CNC to shape a device, then bring cameras, microphones, sensors, and the Agent into one interaction to create a new agentic experience.
Connect existing and cross-device systems
Connect open-source watches, smart glasses, phones, and computers so the Agent can continue tasks across devices.
02 / WHAT FINALISTS RECEIVE
Get the product seen.
Make the next step happen.
Finalists enter a real developer and industry setting: first gaining exposure to thousands of attendees, then meeting companies, maker teams, and fellow projects. We also provide travel support so selected teams can get to Shenzhen.
01 / EXPOSURE
Project exposure
Show your product to thousands of attendees, including engineers and product leaders from major companies, open-source contributors, and investors.
Put the product directly in front of users, partners, and potential backers. 02 / CONNECTIONS
Real connections
Meet company teams, maker groups, and other selected projects during the sprint and conference, with a working product as the starting point for collaboration.
Go beyond collecting contacts: start a useful product conversation. 03 / TRAVEL
Travel support
Finalist projects receive travel support to come to Shenzhen. Teams can attend GOSIM Shenzhen 2026 in person and watch the full conference program on October 16–17.
Travel cost should not keep a strong project away from the room.Original application materials
03 / WHAT THE FORM ASKS
Original application materials
The original program information is retained here for reference.
The form requires
- Team and project overview
- Target users, use case, and problem
- The Agent’s core work and difference
- Accessible prototype and one-minute demo
- Shenzhen goal, support needs, and open-source plan
| Region | Deadline | Results |
|---|---|---|
| International | Announced | |
| China | Announced |
2026 · Deadlines: 23:59 Beijing time (UTC+8)
04 / FORMAT
Global selectionClosed Shenzhen sprintGlobal launch
Spotlight is not an idea contest. It is an acceleration path from product conviction to public release. The standard rises at every stage until only work that can be experienced and verified remains.
01
Online selection
Validate value, experience, and feasibilitySubmit an interactive prototype, short video, and build plan
02
Shenzhen sprint
About two focused days to build and refineFinish a working product with software, hardware, and mentor support
On-site support
- Product and UX review
- AI engineering and systems guidance
- 3D printing and basic fabrication
- Workspace and demo rehearsal
03
GOSIM live showcase
Exhibition booth + main-stage talkEach project receives an on-site booth for ongoing demos and conversations, plus a dedicated slot on the conference main stage to present the product and give a live demonstration to the full audience.
05 / JUDGING
Evaluation
60% evaluates product value and AI UX; 40% evaluates whether the prototype is real, stable, and verifiable.
60%
Product value and UX
An important user problem
A convincing AI user experience
Innovation and potential
40%
Execution and completion
- A prototype reviewers can use
- A stable, credible implementation
- A team that can deliver the showcase build
06 / OUTCOMES & OPEN SOURCE
Leave a public outcome
Finalists should provide a public repository, technical note, or accessible product. Reasonable exemptions are available for commercial code, hardware designs, or private data.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to build hardware?
Yes. Projects must build original smart hardware or adapt and integrate existing devices, including cross-device systems. Show a concrete user scenario, the Agent completing a real task, and an interactive prototype.
How complete should the prototype be?
The core experience only needs to be clear and verifiable. A website, Figma flow, app, simulator, or device demo can all be a starting point.
Can a team with limited engineering ability join?
Yes. Projects with strong design and a clear core experience may receive software-factory, TA, and engineering support on site, while remaining responsible for the result.
When do applications close?
International: Sep 13. China: Oct 4. Both deadlines are in 2026 at 23:59 Beijing time (UTC+8). Results: International · Sep 18; China · Oct 9.
SPOTLIGHT / SHENZHEN / 2026 SHENZHEN 2026 · THE EDITION BADGE
A pioneering spirit. A new chapter.
Every Spotlight edition has its own badge. In 2026, we gather in Shenzhen, with a golden pioneering ox poised to move forward as the emblem of this edition.
The pioneering ox holds a special place in Shenzhen’s story, representing the city’s drive to explore, innovate, and build through hands-on work. Our pioneering ox echoes that spirit and our invitation to creators: imagine boldly, experiment, and turn ideas into products people can use.
Bring what you’re building to Shenzhen. Take the next step together.
City story: Shenzhen and the pioneering oxREADY TO BUILD THE NEXT INTERFACE?