BEIJING: China’s smart consumer device sector is experiencing significant growth, propelled by robust government policy, innovation in tech, and evolving consumer demands. From January to May this year, China’s electronic information manufacturing industry maintained a strong upward trajectory, recording total revenues of 6.49 trillion yuan (approximately 900 billion U.S. dollars), a 9.4 percent rise year-on-year, according to state broadcaster CCTV.
This surge in performance is closely tied to China’s government-backed trade-in schemes and the expansion of diversified consumption scenarios. Smart consumer devices such as computers and televisions have seen production increases, with over 140 million computers and 14.04 million TV units manufactured during the five-month period—up 8 percent and 1.7 percent respectively from last year.
Experts attribute this momentum to evolving consumer behaviour and innovative product offerings. “Consumption scenarios are becoming more diversified. New smart products are entering the market rapidly, unlocking emerging demand in home services, health management, and more,” said Zuo Kairui, a director at the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology.
On the production side, the industry is undergoing major transformation and upgrading, driven by innovation and greener manufacturing practices. As the year progresses, the Chinese government will continue its “AI plus consumer goods” initiative, with focused development in areas such as smart wearables, brain-computer interfaces, ultra-high-definition video, and robotics.
Authorities also aim to guide the smart consumer device sector toward more service-oriented and sustainable development, ensuring it remains a cornerstone of China’s modern digital economy.
