#China #Shanghai #Smart Home #AI Technology #AWE2025

AWE2025: Showcasing AI Innovations for Smart Living

The Appliance & Electronics World Expo 2025 (AWE2025) is just around the corner, set to take place at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre from March 20 to 23, 2025. With the theme "AI for All," this event will gather over 1,000 leading brands from the home appliance and consumer electronics sectors, sharing the latest breakthroughs and AI-driven innovations aimed at enhancing smart living.

At AWE2025, international giants such as Bosch, Siemens, Fisher & Paykel, Panasonic, Samsung, Sony, LG, and many more will be presenting their cutting-edge technologies. Chinese market leaders, including Haier Smart Home, Hisense, TCL, and others, will showcase their innovations, highlighting the advancements made possible through artificial intelligence. This event will also feature over 100 product launches that promise to captivate attendees with groundbreaking technologies and appealing products.

As the integration of intelligent ecosystems becomes more prevalent, home appliances and consumer electronics are evolving to connect various domains such as housing, health, energy, and mobility. AWE2025 will demonstrate a comprehensive smart living ecosystem, emphasizing a deeper integration of the industry. This year marks the debut of BYD’s new energy vehicle brand, highlighting the intersection of smart homes and electric vehicles. A special "Mobile Home" section dedicated to neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs) will be included, featuring popular models from NIO, Li Auto, XPeng, and others. This section will present scenarios involving camping, audio-visual entertainment, and office setups, showcasing future mobility solutions.

Not only will robotica companies be represented, including Unitree with its consumer-oriented quadruped robot, but other active players in robotics and technology will participate, spotlighted by 36Kr Future + Robotics. Furthermore, the event will co-host the AWE Shopping Festival in partnership with platforms like JD.com and Tmall, giving visitors the opportunity to experience new products firsthand and enjoy online discounts.

To enhance participation from overseas stakeholders, AWE has invited entities such as the European and American Chamber of Commerce and other cross-border trading platforms. The event aims to welcome distributors and manufacturers from countries including Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Middle East, offering various business and sourcing opportunities. Notable gatherings, including the China-ASEAN Home Appliance and Consumer Electronics Industry Top Channels Summit, will connect Chinese industries with global markets through concrete partnerships.

During AWE2024, international visitor numbers surged by 36% year-on-year, reflecting the growing global reach of the expo and the increasing interest in AI technologies and smart living solutions. This year, organizers expect even higher international attendance, acknowledging the expanding influence of the AWE amid the intersection of diverse industries and global collaboration.

As part of the broader horizon that AWE provides, the expo will feature two flagship AWE Summits and various concurrent events. With the support of policy initiatives and AI-driven innovation, AWE is set to provide deeper insights into the sector and enhanced interactive experiences, paving the way for a new era of intelligent living for both businesses and consumers.