AI-Powered Living Showcased at 137th Canton Fair

GUANGZHOU, China, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From April 15-19, the Phase 1 of the 137th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair), one of the world's largest trade events, features the anticipated zones for household electrical appliances, consumer electronics and information products. The Smart Life Product Zone reflects the growing integration of AI in daily life, as participating brands present smart solutions designed to enhance convenience, connectivity, and user experience.

At the product zone, major home tech brands are showcasing AI-powered solutions in large-scale exhibits.

Under the theme "AI Your Life," Hisense demonstrates how its ConnectLife platform enables seamless smart home management. Its product lineup includes AI refrigerators that monitor ingredients, an AI-powered Dish Designer that generates recipes and sends them directly to ovens, and dishwashers that auto-select optimal cleaning modes. In the living room, smart TVs act as control hubs, air conditioners adjust airflow based on user positioning, and touchscreen integration ensures a unified interface.

Haier is showcasing a variety of AI-driven appliances, including a refrigerator embedded with the DeepSeek AI model. The system can answer dietary questions, suggest recipes, and coordinate with other devices for efficient kitchen management. Additional products such as washing machines and air conditioners use AI to enhance cleaning performance and personalized comfort.

Changhong is featuring an immersive, scenario-based display of its AI-powered home solutions. The setup includes AI televisions, air conditioners, refrigerators, and smart laundry systems, illustrating how AI can be integrated into multiple household environments for streamlined interaction and improved daily routines.

In the field of wearable tech, Rokid's AR Glasses is drawing attention for their lightweight design and advanced functionality. Weighing just 49 grams, the glasses feature adjustable diopters and an AI system that supports holographic projection, real-time translation, object recognition, teleprompter capabilities, and interactive Q&A, expanding their usefulness across a range of personal and professional scenarios.

AI is also being applied to wellness-oriented products. Zhejiang Haozhonghao Health Products Co., Ltd., maker of the iRest brand, is presenting a massage chair powered by its proprietary system. The chair includes an AI module that identifies meridians and acupoints in seconds, offering tailored massage programs along with features like guided meditation, AI tongue diagnostics, and online therapy.

As AI integration transforms everyday living, the Canton Fair continues to serve as a powerful platform for Chinese innovators to connect with global buyers, spotlight latest technologies, and lead the future of smart home ecosystems.

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AI-Powered Living Showcased at 137th Canton Fair

YIWU, China, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. and China have officially aligned on tariff adjustments under the Joint Statement on Economic and Trade Talks, effective May 14—a move set to stabilize global trade. In Yiwu, the internationally recognized commercial hub often referred to as the "World's Supermarket", the impact is already tangible: local businesses report a sharp uptick in orders from U.S. buyers following the announcement. 

Yiwu Entrepreneurs Stay Agile Amid Shifting Trade Dynamics

From 2020 to 2024, Yiwu's U.S. export share surged from 4.1% to 14.2%, underscoring the resilience of its businesses through trade uncertainties. "Diversification keeps us competitive," says He Lihong, founder of Yiwu Bozhong Stationery, who swiftly shifted to new markets after U.S. orders slowed. "This month alone, I'm scouting opportunities in eight countries to future-proof our growth." 

Yiwu's Global Trade Surge Hits Record High in May

Yiwu turbocharged international business growth with its 415 Global Prosperity Season (April 15–May 5), a city-led promotional campaign to connect local companies with global buyers. Organized by Zhejiang China Commodities City Group (CCC), the initiative featured hybrid trade shows, industry-specific exhibitions, and even chartered flights to shuttle buyers from the Canton Fair directly to Yiwu's markets.

The momentum continued as the Global Digital Trade Centre debuted its Foreign Buyer Open Day, drawing international merchants to secure storefronts and access Yiwu's end-to-end trade solutions. Meanwhile, CCC and Alibaba unveiled a game-changing AI partnership—the Smart Trade AI Model—to optimize efficiency for vendors on the Chinagoods platform.

Later this month, Chinagoods will launch a week-long Global Cross-Border E-Commerce Recruitment Fair, anchored by its E-Commerce Acceleration Initiative, to streamline digital expansion for Yiwu businesses. 

Yiwu's Shopping Tourism Boom Fuels Next Wave of Digital Trade Growth

Yiwu saw record tourism during May Day holidays, attracting 2.77 million visitors - a 29.9% year-on-year surge - driven by favorable visa policies and tax incentives. The city's unique "travel + shopping" model gained further traction with inbound tourism orders jumping 60%.

This shopping tourism boom is now transitioning into digital trade momentum, linking global buyers more directly with Yiwu-based manufacturers. The trend underscores both the resilience of Yiwu's trade ecosystem and the growing global demand for Made-in-China products. 

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The "Yiwu 415 Wealth Creation Event" has attracted a lot of global buyers to Yiwu