Home Assistance Robots and Virtual Reality Showcased at Computex in Taiwan

Tech innovation serves as a potential path for Taiwan to break free from economic stagnation, aiming to broaden its status as a tech powerhouse renowned primarily for chip manufacturing.

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2025 September 11 . 1:58 PM

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Technology Showcase: Robot Assistants and Virtual Reality Highlight Taiwan's Computex Event

Home Assistance Robots and Virtual Reality Showcased at Computex in Taiwan

Taiwan's Computex Kicks Off with VR at the Forefront

The Asia's largest tech trade show, Computex, has commenced in Taipei, Taiwan, with virtual reality (VR) taking centre stage this year. The event, which follows closely on the heels of the CES Asia tech show in Shanghai, aims to position Taiwan as a trailblazer in the VR industry and diversify its reputation beyond chip manufacturing.

Bryan Ma, a technology industry analyst at IDC, has stated that numerous conferences are striving to establish themselves in Asia, particularly in China. This trend is evident in the focus on VR at Computex, as Taiwan seeks to capitalise on the growing market.

L.Z. Wang, managing director of semiconductor company AMD Taiwan, believes that VR will bring back demand and development to the computing space. This sentiment is echoed by the presence of VR-focused products at the event. For instance, the new Vive headsets have been linked to five different experience games, including one that simulates flying over New York.

One of the standout exhibits at Computex is the Taiwanese brand Asus's robot named Zenbo. Zenbo, traditionally known for notebooks and smartphones, made a significant impact at the event. The knee-high robot, designed to help around the house, can read receipts, recite children's stories, and carry out tasks. Zenbo even made headlines when it said it wanted to be "just like" Taiwan's new president Tsai Ing-wen when asked what it would like to do when it grew up.

Struggling PC maker Acer has also joined the VR bandwagon, displaying a new line of VR-ready computers - Predator. These products are expected to hit the market as early as July. However, specific information about a VR-exclusive product named "Predator" and its exact market launch date is not clearly detailed.

HTC's ailing phone brand saw queues of people waiting to try its new Vive headsets at Computex. This demonstrates the growing interest in VR technology in the region.

The global market size of virtual reality products is projected to reach $5.1 billion this year, according to TrendForce, and is expected to more than double to $10.9 billion in 2017. This growth potential has attracted many conferences, including Computex, to focus on VR.

Organisers of the event have introduced new zones dedicated to smart living and start-ups, further diversifying the offerings at Computex. These zones provide a platform for innovation and could help Taiwan escape economic stagnation, as the country looks to tech innovation as a way out.

While many key parts of the tech industry are still in Taiwan, market leaders are also keeping an eye on other big shows. This competition is driving innovation and pushing Taiwan to establish itself as a leader in the VR industry.

In a significant step towards this goal, Zenbo was introduced to Taiwan's new president Tsai Ing-wen at the event. This meeting symbolises the potential for Taiwan to become a trailblazer in the VR industry and to diversify its reputation beyond chip manufacturing.

In conclusion, Computex 2022 has kicked off in Taipei, Taiwan, with a focus on virtual reality. The event aims to position Taiwan as a leader in the VR industry and to diversify its reputation beyond chip manufacturing. With the global market for VR products projected to grow significantly, this focus could help Taiwan escape economic stagnation and establish itself as a major player in the tech industry.