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Global Sources Hong Kong Shows Phase II

The second phase of the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows officially kicked off today at AsiaWorld-Expo, occurring from October 18 to 21, 2025. This four-day event merges major exhibitions in Mobile Electronics, Smart Home, Security Appliances, Lifestyle, and Home & Kitchen, celebrating the theme “AI-Powered Ecosystem Igniting Future Manufacturing Intelligence.” The fair draws over 2,000 exhibitors who present more than 150,000 cutting-edge products across diverse sectors such as mobile devices, smart wearables, augmented and virtual reality, innovative home solutions, personal healthcare items, and pet care products.

One of the standout features this year is the debut of the AI Pavilion, which is anticipated to captivate over 60,000 international B2B buyers, particularly from emerging markets, thus setting the stage for a record turnout.

AI Pavilion’s Features

The dedicated AI Pavilion showcases greater than 1,200 booths segmented into seven key application scenarios. These include:
1. AI Smart Terminals: This zone exhibits devices like smartphones, laptops, and keyboards that implement on-device AI for collaborative functionalities, real-time translation, and performance enhancements.
2. AI Wearables: Focusing on health management, this area highlights innovative watches, earphones, and rings that harness AI algorithms for accurate monitoring of vital signs and offering alerts for potential health risks.
3. AI Glasses: Reflecting a surge in AI glasses technology, this section includes products ranging from high-end options to economical models, presenting advanced features such as gesture control and real-time translation functions.
4. AI Toys: This area demonstrates the latest developments from Asian manufacturers in educational and companion toys, tailored for various consumer needs.
5. AI Pet Products: Showcasing tech to enhance pet care, this section includes items designed for health monitoring and emotional companionship for pets.
6. AI Personal Healthcare: Featuring devices that integrate beauty care and health solutions through AI, this zone aims to revolutionize personal healthcare management.
7. Other AI Products: Displaying a range of mobile hardware, products here include smart PC cases and noise-canceling earphones designed for various environments including gaming and healthcare settings.

Innovation Awards and Product Launches

The Global Sources Innovation Awards highlight products with a strong emphasis on practicality and market relevance across mobile electronics, smart home, security, and lifestyle categories. In collaboration with the European Product Design Award, a special category for AI Innovation has been introduced to honor exceptional AI applications. The event will also feature multiple new product launch events, where exhibitors unveil groundbreaking products poised for global release, embodying the intersection of advanced technology and market demand.

Industry Expert Insights at the Summits

Concurrent with the trade shows, the Global Sources Summit and the AI Robotics Summit (AIRS) occur, centered on the theme ‘Consumer AI Gadget Conference.’ This gathering unites leading industry figures to discuss market transformations, channel strategies in the Asian market, and the commercialization paths for robotics. These summits provide a deep-dive into the latest trends in AI-enabled consumer products, paving the way for enterprises and investors to recognize key opportunities in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.

In addition, the event features a live demonstration area showcasing human-robot interaction, including performances by AI robots, designed to engage and educate attendees on the capabilities of emerging technologies.

Celebrating 30 Years of Global Sources

As part of the celebrations for its 30th anniversary, Global Sources has hosted a special cocktail party at the event to reflect on its evolution as a sourcing platform. Key figures from the company shared insights and future strategies to continue facilitating connections between global buyers and Asian suppliers.

For over 50 years, Global Sources has been a pivotal player in driving global trade, connecting verified buyers and suppliers through innovative online solutions, trade shows, and tailored business matching. The Hong Kong Shows serve not just as a showcase of technology but as a hub for networking and collaboration in the global market.