The seemingly joking phrase 'You must bring an empty box to China!' has become popular on overseas social media platforms. Folding phones, artificial intelligence (AI) glasses, robot pets... These novel Chinese technology products are being stuffed into suitcases by foreign tourists, becoming their proudest "Oriental souvenirs". With the continuous optimization of various visa free policies, China's transit visa free policy has covered 55 countries, and the number of entry ports has increased to 60. The 'shopping map' for foreign tourists is no longer limited to traditional attractions, but extends to the technology business district. The consumption of technology products has become their 'portable Chinese experience'. The trend of "technology purchase" not only reflects China's leap from "catching up" to "leading" in technology, but also highlights China's great power responsibility to empower global life with technology. Recently, reporters from Science and Technology Daily visited multiple cities to explore why China's "new technology specialty" has become a favorite among foreign tourists? In the world's first 3D printing flagship store of Tuozhu Technology located in Nanshan, Shenzhen, Japanese tourist Shinta Shuichi entered the store's mini program by scanning the code, selected the model file, and immediately opened his own creative experience, with a large 3D printing sand table that was easy to use and immersive experience, and a 3D printed train with programmable functions circling around the store. Here, you don't need to learn professional knowledge to model, you can directly download models from the MakerWorld model community. This experience is very good. ”Shinta Shuichi shared the common feelings of model enthusiasts. Scene changes are also accelerating spatial reshaping. In Huaqiangbei, Shenzhen, the electronic street that was once famous for wholesale counters has now become a "tech Disney" for foreign tourists. Without three days, it's impossible to leave, "said Liz, a Brazilian purchaser. Language is a tool for communication and also a carrier of culture. Technology makes communication borderless. ”Rokid Leqi brand PR Ye Ziling introduced that its AI glasses can translate 89 languages in real time, which not only promotes trade cooperation but also invisibly brings different civilizations closer together. As immersive experiences become a new trend, consumer scenarios have shifted from simple transaction logic to "technology+" immersive fields. Cao Zhongxiong, Assistant to the President of China (Shenzhen) Institute of Comprehensive Development and Director of the Institute of Digital Economy and Global Strategy, said that under the reconstruction of instant retail, people, goods, and venues, China's technology product market is becoming a large platform for foreign tourists to experience immersive experiences, as well as a new entrance to perceive the Chinese way of life. sp; In Shanghai, the AI black technology experience store located in the "Model Speed Space" innovative ecological community has recently attracted many foreign friends to visit. The products here cover multiple categories such as smart wearables and smart fitness, and 90% of the products are "Made in China". Anna, a 25-year-old Spanish girl, and her boyfriend Victor listed this place as their second stop after entering China. I want to buy an AI interactive doll to bring back to my country, so that it can tell me Chinese idiom stories and help me understand Chinese culture. ”Anna is full of anticipation. In Chaoyang District, Beijing, where embassies gather and airports are adjacent, long queues have also formed in front of technology product counters, mostly with foreign faces. Yang Luyue, a staff member of Xiaomi Home Beijing Chaoyang Sanlitun Taikoo Li store, received a group of customers from Egypt. They tried products such as hanging irons, rice cookers, hair dryers, and small appliances, and praised the ingenious humanized design and powerful functions supported by technology. Technology products have evolved into a highly persuasive new carrier. Their use and circulation is the most natural global dialogue between Chinese culture and modern innovative spirit. ”Sun Yu, a researcher at the Beijing Institute of International Business and Economics, believes that foreign customers' "technology purchases" are a recognition and choice of the lifestyle and innovative culture behind the product. From e-commerce speed to customized innovation, technological innovation is the key to brand premium. The breakthrough of hard technology is the key to breaking free from the "cheap" label in Chinese consumer electronics. In China, the full chain reconstruction is leveraging the "intelligent hub" to help enterprises launch a "efficiency revolution". As night falls, the live streaming room of Xi'an Chanba Cross border E-commerce Industrial Park is still brightly lit. On the big screen behind Russian girl Rena, real-time order messages from Kazakhstan, Russia and other countries are scrolling. Previously, we had to wait 15 days to purchase imported goods, but now we can receive them in 3 days, "said Ruina with emotion." Chinese e-commerce is incredibly fast! "This" speed "is not only reflected in logistics, but also in the digital reconstruction of the entire process from product listing to marketing promotion. On the second floor of the industrial park, Feng Yang, the person in charge of the independent website of Lion (Shaanxi) Technology Co., Ltd. and overseas e-commerce platform efactory, opens the AI data dashboard every day and analyzes the sales trend of the previous day. Traditional foreign trade is like searching for oases in the desert, but now AI has given me a 'satellite map'. ”Feng Yang said, "From product selection, design to listing, AI has penetrated into every aspect. ”Along with technological innovation, flexible supply chains that can flexibly adjust production plans and resource allocation are also playing a role. The camouflage outdoor hat of Zhejiang Senwai Clothing Co., Ltd. has become a popular product due to its embedded small solar fan, with monthly sales exceeding 10000 pieces. The company leader Jiang Yongtao introduced that the team designed and invented this hat three years ago, and continuously iterated and upgraded it during this process. After the fan cap became popular, the Yiwu factory launched an improved version within 48 hours. Behind this "small order quick response" capability is the introduction of virtual studios and AIGC (Artificial Intelligence Generated Content) technology by Yiwu Global Data Trade Center, providing scene based display solutions for small commodities; Integrating 3D printing and AI quality inspection technology to enhance the convenience and efficiency of product design and production. The frequent emergence of popular products in Yiwu reflects the new trend of "small and beautiful" Chinese manufacturing: guided by user needs, leveraging short videos to "go viral" and converting through cross-border e-commerce. The well-established local industrial chain and flexible supply chain system are accelerating the transformation of international trade towards intelligence and digitization. AI is driving the core competitiveness of China's manufacturing industry, shifting from relying on cost advantages to a dual wheel drive of technology and brand. ”Professor Zhang Xiaheng from the Business School of Northwest University of Political Science and Law analyzed that technological empowerment not only affects the products themselves, but also reconstructs the efficiency of the entire industry chain, compresses the product launch cycle, marks the transition of Chinese industries from labor-intensive to technology innovation intensive, and establishes sustainable competitive barriers in the global value chain. How to transform international consumption from "traffic" to "retention" after the rise of technology brands from short-term traffic to long-term "retention"? This requires the collaborative catalysis of service and social interaction. At the Chengdu International Financial Center, Ms. Fenti from Indonesia stated that she would prioritize shops that offer "buy and refund" tax refunds for departure, as this service is faster and more convenient than traditional tax refund methods. The deputy general manager of the center, Mai Weicheng, told reporters that "buy and refund" is not only a simplification of the tax process, but also an "upgrade" for the consumer experience. It not only helps international tourists save time, but also drives secondary consumption. In Shenzhen, the self-service mini program for departure tax refund allows inbound travelers to easily scan the code and receive their departure tax refund. The mini program also integrates an electronic map of departure tax refunds, displaying the location and contact information of all departure tax refund stores in Shenzhen, and seamlessly integrates with mainstream map applications such as Gaode and Tencent, providing multilingual services. Quickly, very cool! ”At a merchant in Shenzhen MixC, Laszlo from Hungary lightly touched the tax refund card with his phone, and the tax refund code immediately jumped. When the tax refund staff scanned the code to verify the information, the refunded amount was directly returned to Laszlo's account. This convenient service not only enhances the shopping experience for tourists, but also strengthens their recognition of Chinese technology products. In Huaqiangbei, Shenzhen, Thai purchaser Chai Chai habitually opens the Insta360 camera and enters live streaming mode when purchasing goods, inquiring and bargaining through translators and calculators. After buying upstairs, you can ship downstairs, "Chai Chai said." Wireless headphones, smartwatches, and electronic accessories are the most popular products, and they need to be shipped 2-3 times a week. "Zhang Menghan, Vice Dean and Professor of the School of Media at Soochow University, believes that on social media platforms, tourists share their experiences of" rushing to buy "Chinese technology products, showcase the highlights of product functions, and also arouse curiosity and discussion among others. This kind of sharing not only enhances the product's visibility, but also strengthens the brand's influence. From a deeper perspective, expanding the "personal experience of tourists" into a "group discussion topic" and making technology products a "link" connecting China and overseas are also efficiently conveying Chinese manufacturing innovation and pragmatism. Cao Zhongxiong stated that Made in China is no longer just a simple commodity sales, but also a reconstruction and leadership of global lifestyles. China is no longer just a 'world factory', but has become a global new consumption center under technological manufacturing. Through technology empowering services and social communication, Made in China is establishing a new brand image globally, attracting consumers worldwide to vote with their luggage. (New Society)