It seems like OpenClaw is everywhere these days. Mac mini computers have become scarce as people snap them up to run OpenClaw and happily provide credentials for all of their digital accounts so that the system can use AI tools to help them manage their lives. It takes a lot of excitement about a product for people to put that much trust and money into it, so there must be something pretty special about it.
But one thing it lacks is personality. Chatting with the system via a messaging app is fairly cold and impersonal, so HooRii Technology built a device called ClawStage to fix it. It turns OpenClaw into not just a digital assistant, but also a companion robot.
System specifications (📷: HooRii Technology)
Powered by a Raspberry Pi 5 with 8GB of RAM, the device integrates a transparent 3.95-inch display that creates a hologram-like effect for its animated AI persona. A 1080p camera and dual-microphone array allow it to perceive its surroundings and respond to voice directionally, while speakers provide conversational feedback. A servo motor gives the device motion, letting it physically turn toward a user, while sensors like an accelerometer and ambient light detector enable contextual awareness.
On first boot, the system generates a QR code, which users scan through a mobile app to pair the device and configure Wi-Fi. From there, it automatically installs its core software stack, including Home Assistant and OpenClaw, effectively bringing the AI “to life” on the desktop.
HooRii designed the device to be personal — customizable AI identities define how the system behaves, speaks, and interacts. Users can design their own characters or download creations from a shared hub, turning the assistant into anything from a focused productivity coach to a playful companion.
Functionally, the system goes beyond conversation. It can control smart home devices, analyze objects through its camera, send messages via connected apps, and even write and flash code to microcontrollers. These capabilities make this personal assistant a bridge between digital intelligence and physical action.
If you would like to have a more personalized OpenClaw experience, you can still be one of the first to get in on the Kickstarter campaign. Rewards currently start at $179, and shipping is expected to begin in September 2026.
