Intelligent terminal devices powered by artificial intelligence are expected to become a key growth driver for the global consumer electronics industry going forward, industry experts said.

Their comments came after products that make use of such innovative technology garnered significant attention at the recently concluded 2025 Consumer Electronics Show, the world's premier technology event, in Las Vegas, the United States.

With the meteoric rise of generative AI technology, they said the application scenarios of AI are expanding from personal computers and smartphones to more hardware, such as smart glasses, robots and smart home devices.

The annual event drew more than 4,500 exhibitors from over 160 countries and regions, including about 1,400 startups, according to the US Consumer Technology Association, organizer of the CES.

Nearly 1,500 Chinese enterprises participated in the event, accounting for more than 30 percent of total registered exhibitors. They showcased their latest technological achievements and innovative products, including wearable devices, robots, semiconductor displays, smart homes and electric bikes.