Didi at the Hall | Flying cars, robot baristas: China's consumer tech ambitions on show at Hainan expo

Flying cars, AI-powered baristas, and augmented reality glasses were among the highlights of the 5th China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan—the largest edition since the event began. With over 4,100 brands from 71 countries, the expo reflects China's efforts to boost domestic demand and showcase its consumer tech ambitions.

Guangdong, the country's manufacturing powerhouse, led the charge with interactive displays featuring robotic coffee makers, self-service ice cream machines, and flying vehicles from companies like XPENG AEROHT and EHang. These innovations underscore how AI and automation are shaping the future of everyday life.

As global trade tensions persist, the expo is positioning itself as a key gateway for international brands looking to enter China's expanding market, while also offering the world a glimpse of the country's rapidly evolving tech-driven lifestyle.

Reporter & host | Liu Xiaodi

Video editor | Qin Shaolong

Video script |  Liu Xiaodi

Cameraman | Liu Xiaodi

Poster designer |  Cai Junru

Editor |  Yuan Zixiang, James, Shen He