INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The 5th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), or the Hainan Expo, started on April 13, bringing together over 4,100 brands
from around the world, all vying for a slice of China's vast and growing consumer market.Some exhibition zones are spotlighting cutting-edge
technologies and emerging trends
With a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), smart homes, and the low-altitude economy, global companies are showcasing how advanced
technologies are becoming deeply integrated into everyday life.Several humanoid robots are making their debut at the event
Among the highlights, Chinese robotics firm Unitree is unveiling G1, the country's first mass-produced humanoid robot, featuring 23 to 43
joint motors capable of executing complex dynamic movements
Tesla is showcasing its humanoid robot with upgraded technology that boosts upright walking speed by 30 percent.Smart living solutions are
Huawei is presenting its full HarmonyOS ecosystem lineup, demonstrating seamless interaction across users, vehicles, and homes
Its foldable Pura X phone features an AI-powered outer display, offering an immersive user experience.China Mobile is highlighting
integrated smart life scenarios, including four-legged robotic dogs designed to assist elderly people living alone and AI-powered home
systems that monitor nine categories of abnormal behavior
The company is also launching a new product co-developed with DeepSeek under its Mobile Cloud platform.The expo also features a dedicated
low-altitude economy exhibition zone for the first time
Industry leaders like EHang, United Aircraft, and XPeng Huitian are debuting several certified new products, including drones, electric
vertical take-off and landing aircraft, and flying cars
The exhibits cover key aspects of the industry chain, from manufacturing to 3D traffic management systems and flight training.This year's
CICPE also offers visitors tech-driven experiences, with new displays of brain-computer interfaces, exoskeletons, and sleep-assistance
technology aimed at elderly care
The event runs until April 18.
