Inaugural Startup and Virtual Reality zones Spotlight New
Trends
HONG KONG, Oct 13, 2016 - (ACN Newswire) - The
annual Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and
electronicAsia opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and
Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and continue through 16 October. The 36th
Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) is organised by the Hong Kong
Trade Development Council (HKTDC), while the 20th electronicAsia is
jointly organised by the HKTDC and MMI Asia Pte Ltd.
"As the world's largest electronics marketplace, the Electronics
Fair and electronicAsia gather around 4,200 exhibitors from 29
countries and regions," said Benjamin Chau, Acting Executive
Director, HKTDC. "The exhibits this year include smart tech,
virtual reality, wearable electronics and more, demonstrating the
industry's ability to keep abreast of the technology trends and
launch products that match the market's demand. We hope they will
be received well during the fairs."
The HKTDC has organised more than 140 buyer missions this year
representing more than 12,000 global buyers from over 8,000
companies to the two fairs. These include major international
retailers, importers and distributors such as TDL from Canada,
Product Group from Australia, Casino from France, Casanova from
Spain, Mad Robots from Russia, Mobibox from Brazil, Sound Village
from Argentina, LehuMall.com from the Chinese mainland, Croma from
India, ICST from Japan, Signeo from Singapore and Matahari Mall.com
from Indonesia.
Debut Virtual Reality and Startup zones showcase innovative
technology and ideas
Adopting smart and high-tech solutions has become a prevailing
trend across virtually all sectors. To effectively showcase the
latest technologies and products, the HKTDC has introduced a new
Tech Hall at the Convention Hall, clustering five thematic zones
including the inaugural Virtual Reality and Startup zones, as well
as Smart Tech, Robotics & Unmanned Tech and 3D Printing. This
assemblage will help buyers source high-tech electronic products
with ease while investors can explore investment and partnership
opportunities in a range of new technologies developed by
startups.
Startups are a growing force in driving economic diversity. The new
Startup zone gathers close to 50 startup companies from Hong Kong,
Canada, the Chinese mainland, Taiwan and the US to showcase new
technologies. A Canadian exhibitor is presenting an in-vehicle
diagnostic and monitoring device that can transform a conventional
car into a smart vehicle. Its nine-axis sensor can gather data to
reconstruct the car's motion path if it is involved in an accident.
A local startup exhibitor is introducing an electronic smart price
tag equipped with a high-definition colour display and Wi-Fi,
allowing pricing information to be updated wirelessly in
real-time.
To stand out in the marketplace, startups need suitable
opportunities to explain their ideas and showcase their products to
potential investors. To this end, the Electronics Fair provides an
excellent platform with a series of startup-themed events on the
programme. These include the "First Step of Your Startup Project"
seminar, which features Ben Bateman, Senior Director of Strategic
Programs of the US crowdfunding platform Indiegogo, a pitching
session where startups can pitch solutions or product ideas to
potential investors on the spot, as well as "Startup, Smart Launch"
where newly developed technology and products can be introduced to
buyers. Entrepreneurs behind successful startups are also on hand
to share their experiences with visitors.
Virtual Reality zone energises the tech craze
Many industry players in the technology and online gaming sectors
are investing in the development of virtual reality (VR)
applications. The new Virtual Reality zone at the Electronics Fair
is showcasing a range of VR headsets and related technology as well
as VR video cameras. One of the Hong Kong exhibitors is using the
fair to parade its 360-degree VR drone, a professional grade system
for filming 360-degree panoramic scenes and VR videos. It is
compatible with action cameras, enabling all-direction aerial
spherical photography. A company from Taiwan has brought its 3D
video camera module that enables users to capture 3D videos on a
mobile phone with the module and an app.
Launched last year, the Smart Tech and Robotics & Unmanned Tech
zones continue to be popular with fair visitors keen to view the
latest creative products and future technologies including robots
with IoT technology, luggage tracking bands, drones and electric
scooters. Meanwhile, the 3D Printing zone features 3D printers and
related materials and technology. A local exhibitor is presenting a
3D printing education kit for use at home or in a professional
learning setting. Users can assemble the printer themselves to
print directly and, in the process, learn more about 3D printing
technology.
Hall of Fame presents branded products
The brand of an electronic product is one of the key factors
influencing consumer purchasing decisions. The Hall of Fame at the
Electronics Fair gathers electronic products from some 550 brands,
covering digital entertainment, home tech, wireless and
communications, power and accessories. Buyers can choose from a
wide variety of respected brands at the fair, including Desay,
Goodway, GP Batteries, Haier, Intel, Motorola and VTech.
electronicAsia offers cutting-edge electronic parts and
components
Held concurrently with the Electronics Fair, electronicAsia is an
important sourcing platform for electronic components and
production technologies. The fair gathers cutting-edge innovations
from the US, Germany, France, Singapore, Taiwan, Japan and Korea,
providing the industry with new product design ideas and materials.
One of the highlight zones is World of Display Technology, which
features products such as a LCD display suitable for outdoor use
under direct sunlight. The product features a wide-viewing angle,
high-resolution display and can also be used as a touch-screen
panel.
electronicAsia is also showcasing other components such as printed
circuit boards, keyboards, switches, integrated circuits as well as
parts, modules and technology for solar and photovoltaic energy.
Key components for smart devices such as display backlight and
smart switch modules are also on show, targeting mobile device
manufacturers.
Symposium on Innovation & Technology discusses IoT and smart
devices
Besides being an annual sourcing event for the industry, the
Electronics Fair and electronicAsia also provide insights into
market trends and industry intelligence. As smart devices and IoT
technology continue to gain attention, the HKTDC is nurturing these
trends by jointly organising today's Symposium on Innovation &
Technology with the Hong Kong Electronics & Technologies
Association. Representatives from the world's leading tech
companies including Tesla, Amazon Web Services, HP and Qualcomm are
among those sharing their expertise on smart tech and IoT
trends.
During the two fairs, a number of buyer forums and seminars are
organised to address hot-button issues in the electronics sector
such as virtual reality, augmented reality, wearable technology and
integrated circuits among other industry developments. Meanwhile,
TEDxHong Kong will be held on Saturday (15 October). TED, which
stands for "Technology, Entertainment, Design", is a forum for
thought leaders from various sectors to share their views on future
technological advancements. The winning products of The Electronic
Industries Awards (EIA) 2016, jointly organised by the HKTDC and
the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association (HKEIA), are
displayed at the fairground (booth no.: 1CON-00B). This year, there
are 21 award winners from 13 product categories. The EIA aims to
stimulate creative design and innovation within the electronics
industry, as well as recognise and award exhibitors for their
outstanding performance.
Big business through small orders
In view of the keen demand for small order sourcing, the hktdc.com
Small Orders zone returns to the fair, featuring a total of more
than 330 counters offering over 2,900 products for buyers looking
to source products in minimum quantities of between five and 1,000
pieces. With the increasing popularity of e-commerce, the
Small-Order Online Transaction Platform
(http://smallorders.hktdc.com) enables global buyers to complete
transactions with suppliers online. The platform is displaying more
than 120,000 products from over 10,000 suppliers.
HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition)
Date: 13-16 October (Thursday-Sunday)
Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Opening Hours: 13-15 October: 9:30am-6:30pm; 16 October:
9:30am-5pm
Major Exhibit Categories: Virtual Reality, Startup, Smart Tech,
Robotics & Unmanned Tech, 3D Printing, Wearable Electronics,
Digital Imaging, Home Appliances and Audio Visual Products,
etc.
Fair Website: www.hktdc.com/hkelectronicsfairae/
electronicAsia
Date: 13-16 October (Thursday-Sunday)
Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Opening Hours: 13-15 October: 9:30am-6:30pm; 16 October:
9:30am-5pm
Major Exhibit Categories: Electronics Components, Display
Technology, Key Components for Smart Devices, Keyboards and
Switches, Printed Circuit Boards, Solar and Photovoltaic Energy,
Integrated Circuit and Hong Kong Metal Parts & Components,
etc.
Fair Website: www.hktdc.com/fair/electronicasia-en/
HKTDC Photo Link: http://bit.ly/2e9XgeO
Highlighted Products:
Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition): http://bit.ly/2demM1E
electronicAsia: http://bit.ly/2e7PMhK
Media Registration:
Media may register on-site with their business cards and/or media
identification.
Press releases in Chinese at http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc.
About HKTDC
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 50th
anniversary this year. The HKTDC is the international marketing arm
for Hong Kong-based traders, manufacturers and services providers.
With more than 40 offices globally, including 13 on the Chinese
mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a platform for doing
business with China and throughout Asia. The HKTDC also organises
international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to
provide companies, particularly SMEs, with business opportunities
on the mainland and in overseas markets, while providing
information via trade publications, research reports and digital
channels including the media room. For more information, please
visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Google+, Twitter @hktdc,
LinkedIn.
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Source: HKTDC
Contact:
HKTDC
Communication and Public Affairs Department
Joe Kainz
Tel: +852 2584 4216
Email: joe.kainz@hktdc.org
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