SEOUL, South Korea, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 'Smart Factory + Automation World 2025 (AW 2025),' Asia's leading smart factory and automation industry trade show, successfully concluded on March 14 with a record-breaking scale. The exhibition featured 500 companies from 22 countries, showcasing innovations across 2,200 booths, attracting approximately 70,000 visitors—an increase of 10% in exhibitors and 15% in visitors compared to the previous year.
Co-hosted by COEX (President Lee Dong-ki), Korea Industry Intelligentization Association (Chairman Kim Do-hoon), Smart Factory Business Management System (Director Ahn Kwang-hyun), Korea Machine Vision Industrial Association (Chairman Baek Hong-gi), Chomdan (CEO Lee Joon-won), and the Korea International Trade Association (Chairman Yoon Jin-sik), the exhibition was held across the entire COEX venue from March 12 to 14. Under the theme 'Automation to Autonomy,' the exhibition featured AI, smart factory solutions, big data, cloud computing, logistics robots, and industrial robots, highlighting cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and emphasizing the imminent arrival of AI-driven manufacturing.
One of the exhibition's highlights was the first-ever showcase in Asia of 'Stretch,' a logistics robot from Boston Dynamics, a subsidiary of Hyundai Glovis. Capable of handling boxes up to 23kg, Stretch demonstrated real-time 'depalletizing' tasks at the event, garnering enthusiastic responses from attendees.
Hyundai AutoEver unveiled its AI-driven Software-Defined Factory (SDF) solution, 'NeoFactory,' for the first time. The 'Factory Demonstration Zone' provided an immersive experience, allowing visitors to witness collaborative robots, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), and AI-driven exterior inspection vision systems in action, demonstrating real-world applications of advanced production technologies.
Schneider Electric, recognized as the world's leading sustainable enterprise, celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Korea branch with the theme '50 Years of Innovation: A Sustainable IMPACT for Smart Factory.' The company introduced next-generation smart manufacturing solutions tailored to the rising demand for high-mix, high-volume production systems, emphasizing automation and autonomy.
U.S.-based Rockwell Automation, a global leader in industrial automation, introduced 'OTTO 100,' a compact yet powerful autonomous mobile robot (AMR) designed to optimize factory logistics, drawing significant attention from industry professionals.
Expanding Business Opportunities: Overseas Buyer Meetings and Innovation Rounds
This year's exhibition significantly expanded its business programs. The Overseas Buyer Export Consultation Meetings, organized by the Korea International Trade Association, attracted 23 buyers from nine countries, facilitating 317 business meetings with 134 domestic companies. Notable participants included major buyers such as Indonesia's largest telecommunications company, Telkomsel, and Panasonic Indonesia. The consultations led to an estimated USD 106 million in export agreements for automation-related technologies.
The newly launched 'AW Open Innovation Round' was another key highlight, providing a platform for startups to connect with large and mid-sized enterprises for business collaboration and investment opportunities. The top six selected startups—Movic Lab, MyLink, RTM, EdgeCross, OnePredict, and PowerAuto Robotics—received positive responses from industry leaders.
Lee Won-geun, CEO of Movic Lab, one of the top six innovative startups, stated, "During the exhibition, over 30 major corporations, including Samsung Electronics, LG Energy Solution, Hyundai Motor, and Samsung SDI, requested technology validation. Additionally, eight investment firms visited our booth, with two expressing interest in potential investment, yielding results beyond our expectations."
Lee Dong-ki, President of COEX, remarked, "This exhibition has clearly demonstrated the direction of the manufacturing paradigm. The realization of highly autonomous factories driven by AI and robotics is just around the corner."
Looking Ahead: Smart Factory + Automation World 2026
The next edition of the 'Smart Factory + Automation World 2026 is scheduled to take place at COEX from March 4 to 6, 2026.
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The Korea Industry Daily: 70,000 Visitors Attend Smart Factory + Automation World 2025
LOS ANGELES, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- XPPen, the leading digital innovation art brand, announces the Magic Note Pad, the world's first 3-in-1 color note pad, redefining the digital handwriting experience and ecosystem. This next-generation device features a groundbreaking 3-in-1 X-Paper display, the X3 Pro Pencil 2 equipped with industry-leading 16,384 pressure levels, and the customized XPPen Notes smart note-taking application. Powered by Android 14's open ecosystem, the Magic Note Pad delivers a versatile, efficient, and eye-friendly digital note-taking solution tailored for business professionals, students, and creative users.
As a pioneer in next-generation digital note-taking, the Magic Note Pad leverages EMR core technology to deliver high performance and an ultra-smooth handwriting experience. It features the industry's first 3-in-1 X-Paper display, breaking free from the limitations of traditional monochrome e-ink screens and providing users with a richer, more lifelike visual experience.
Additionally, the Magic Note Pad has received TÜV SÜD certification in Paper-Like Display and Low Blue Light, ensuring professional-grade eye protection while delivering an exceptional writing experience. XPPen leverages its expertise in hardware-software integration to drive innovation in handwriting technology and achieve seamless ecosystem compatibility for note-taking applications, redefining the next-generation digital note-taking solutions.
"The Magic Note Pad introduces an entirely new digital note-taking experience for users in the mobile-first era. More than just a digital notepad, it's a powerful productivity tool designed to enhance thinking, streamline note-taking, and boost efficiency in both work and creative expression," said Amy Yuan, Marketing Director at XPPen. "In recent years, the demand for mobile note-taking applications has surged, with users increasingly relying on note-taking, document management, and AI to enhance productivity in work and learning. At the same time, expectations for a seamless pen-on-screen writing experience have grown. Leveraging 26 years of expertise in EMR handwriting technology, we have achieved natural, fluid, and highly precise handwriting, restoring a true-to-paper writing experience. Driven by our 'paperless' design philosophy, the Magic Note Pad provides an open, highly compatible digital note-taking ecosystem and redefines note-taking in the modern era."
World's First 3-in-1 X-Paper Display, The Ultimate Paper-Like Writing and Reading Experience
The Magic Note Pad features the groundbreaking 3-in-1 X-Paper Display, designed to adapt seamlessly to different scenarios with three distinct color modes. With a single press of the X-Paper key, users can effortlessly switch between Ink Paper Mode for a classic black-and-white experience. Light Color Mode for gentle, low-saturation visuals, and Nature Color Mode for vivid, true-to-life colors. Boasting 16.7 million colors and color rendition technology, it faithfully restores every detail with stunning accuracy.
The exceptional 90Hz refresh rate ensures fluid writing with minimal latency, while professional-grade eye protection is guaranteed through dual TÜV SÜD certifications in Low Blue Light and Paper-like Display standards. Complementing this innovative display is the newly upgraded X3 Pro Pencil 2, featuring industry-leading 16K pressure levels, soft nibs, and a shortcut key. The combination of EMR technology and thoughtfully designed writing implements delivers an authentic paper-like experience that sets new standards for digital note-taking.
Boosting Productivity with Smart Design and Open Ecosystem
XPPen Notes, a powerful native note-taking solution co-developed with professional app developer Jnotes, is designed to maximize productivity and creativity. Whether capturing sudden inspiration, jotting down lecture notes, or sketching ideas, every feature is crafted to streamline your workflow. Magic Note Pad users can enjoy a free permanent membership, unlocking the app's full potential for an uninterrupted experience.
Powered by the Android 14 system, users can access the vast ecosystem of the Google Play Store to customize their ideal workspace by installing the apps that best fit their workflow. Designed for portability and efficiency, this ultra-slim device is just 7mm thin and weighs only 495g, making it the perfect companion for work, study, and creativity on the go.
To further enhance efficiency, the Magic Note Pad introduces smart, productivity-driven features such as instant writing with a single tap of stylus and a three-finger swipe for quick screenshots, enabling users to capture and organize ideas at lightning speed. With an intuitive floating pen button, multi-window display support, and seamless app integration, it ensures a smart, open, and fluid user experience, empowering you to work, create, and innovate with professional efficiency.
The Magic Note Pad marks a significant step forward in the paperless revolution, seamlessly blending digital innovation with a natural writing experience. This breakthrough underscores XPPen's forward-thinking approach to developing integrated, all-in-one digital tools while reflecting its deep commitment to user experience.
Looking ahead, XPPen will continue to drive technological innovation, refining digital creation solutions to meet users' evolving needs and inspire even more creativity.
Pricing and availability
Experience the Magic Note Pad at XPPen eStore for $439.99. Visit xp-pen.com to discover full specifications and unlock your creative potential.
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XPPen Unveils Magic Note Pad: Pioneering Digital Note-Taking with the World's First 3-in-1 Color Note Pad
XPPen Unveils Magic Note Pad: Pioneering Digital Note-Taking with the World's First 3-in-1 Color Note Pad
XPPen Unveils Magic Note Pad: Pioneering Digital Note-Taking with the World's First 3-in-1 Color Note Pad
