SHANGHAI, June 11, 2026 — EqualOcean officially released its 2026 Chinese GoGlobal Emerging Smart Devices Brands Top 10 during the GoGlobal Forum of 100 2026 (GGF2026), one of China’s leading annual forums dedicated to globalization and international business expansion.
Held under the theme “AI for Next,” this year’s forum brought together global brands, service providers, investors, industry platforms, and international leaders to explore new trends, emerging opportunities, and evolving pathways for Chinese companies pursuing globalization in the AI era.
During the forum, EqualOcean unveiled the 2026 Chinese GoGlobal Emerging Smart Devices Brands Top 10, recognizing a new generation of Chinese hardware innovators that are rapidly expanding their presence in global markets.
The companies selected for this year’s ranking are:
INMO, Looki, RayNeo, LOOI, Ropet, BleeqUp, Aeroband, Hypershell, Mekera, and TYMO.
As advances in artificial intelligence, sensor technology, edge computing, and next-generation human-computer interaction continue to accelerate, smart devices are becoming one of the most important vehicles for bringing AI capabilities into everyday life. From AI glasses and intelligent hardware to wearables, smart lifestyle products, and consumer electronics, hardware innovation is entering a new phase of growth. Increasingly, Chinese companies are developing products around user needs and real-world scenarios while validating their value propositions and business models in global markets.
Unlike traditional consumer electronics, the new generation of smart devices places greater emphasis on the integration of hardware, software, and user experience. With AI capabilities embedded directly into products, devices are evolving from standalone tools into intelligent gateways that connect users, data, and services. Across areas such as visual interaction, voice interaction, health and fitness, AI companionship, creative entertainment, and smart living, a wave of innovative products is attracting growing attention from consumers worldwide.
Notably, smart devices have become one of the most promising sectors for Chinese companies pursuing international expansion. On one hand, Chinese manufacturers benefit from world-class supply chains and advanced production capabilities. On the other hand, they are increasingly demonstrating strengths in product design, user experience optimization, and rapid product iteration. As overseas consumers become more receptive to intelligent products, Chinese smart device companies are evolving from product exporters into global consumer technology brands with expanding international influence.
At the same time, competition within the industry is extending beyond hardware specifications toward ecosystem capabilities. Software services, content ecosystems, user engagement, developer communities, and global distribution networks are becoming increasingly important determinants of long-term success. The ability to continuously create user value while building strong global brand recognition has become a central challenge for smart device companies seeking sustainable international growth.
The companies selected for the 2026 Chinese GoGlobal Emerging Smart Devices Brands Top 10 represent some of the most innovative and fast-growing players in China’s smart hardware ecosystem. Their achievements demonstrate China’s growing capabilities in hardware innovation, product definition, and consumer technology development, while also highlighting the global potential of Chinese smart device brands.
As artificial intelligence continues to converge with next-generation intelligent terminals, Chinese smart device companies are expected to play an increasingly important role in shaping the future of global consumer technology innovation.
For more information about the 2026 Chinese GoGlobal Rankings, the featured companies, or China’s emerging smart device innovators, please feel free to contact EqualOcean at:
xingyiran@iyiou.com
menghanchen@iyiou.com
qiutongchun@iyiou.com
