Consumer electronics in 2024: The big picture
Following several challenging years, demand for consumer electronics in Hong Kong is improving, although retail volume sales remain below pre-pandemic levels overall. This is due to a combination of plateauing growth in several key categories - namely computers (except for laptops), in-home consumer electronics, and smartphones (which despite recording a more positive performance in 2024, is challenged by market saturation).
2024 key trends
The uncertain economic climate, weak consumer confidence and overall market saturation are pushing key players to release innovative models to add value. This is resulting in a number of interesting products capturing the interest of local tech-savvy consumers who are attracted to the latest fashionable launches.
Competitive landscape
The competitive landscape of consumer electronics in Hong Kong continues to be led by industry giants Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics Hong Kong Co Ltd, despite these players gradually losing retail volume share to smaller companies under “others” as consumers increasingly search for more competitive prices. Nevertheless, Apple benefits from brand loyalty to its ecosystem consisting of smartphones, smart wearables, wireless speakers, and headphones.
Retailing developments
Appliances and electronics specialists remains the dominant distribution channel for consumer electronics in Hong Kong, with sales continuing to improve post-pandemic. In-store experiences matter to many local consumers, as the advice of sales assistants is particularly trusted by the older population, with the latter a major target for products of higher value due to their significant disposable incomes.
What next for consumer electronics?
Retail volume sales of consumer electronics in Hong Kong are predicted to gradually gain stronger growth momentum over the course of the forecast period, supported by improving economic conditions and strengthening consumer sentiment, with a greater likelihood that financial stability will encourage upgrades and replacement purchases. Overall, certain categories will remain strong growth drivers, including laptops, wearable electronics, smartphones, headphones and wireless speakers.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Consumer Electronics industry in Hong Kong, China with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Computers and Peripherals
- In-Car Entertainment
- Home Audio and Cinema
- Home Video
- Imaging Devices
- Mobile Phones
- Portable Players
- Wearable Electronics
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The Consumer Electronics in Hong Kong, China report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Consumer Electronics in Hong Kong, China?
- Which are the leading brands in Hong Kong, China?
- How are products distributed in Hong Kong, China?
- How is the rise of e-commerce changing the retail landscape?
- How has COVID-19 and accordant macroeconomic and retail disruption impacted consumer demand?
- How are considerations such as urban development and the rise in single-person households driving sales growth?
- Where is technology taking the market? Which products are pioneering growth? Which face obsolescence?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Consumer Electronics in Hong Kong, China
Consumer electronics in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for consumer electronics?
DISCLAIMER
Computers and Peripherals in Hong Kong, China
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Challenging economic headwinds lead to shrinking demand for computers and peripherals
Demand for peripherals continues to decline following 2020’s surge
Major players retain their strength due to brand trust
Laptops to remain stronger performer, while retail volume sales of overall computers will remain under pressure
Printer sales to continue declining as sustainability concerns increase with a greater shift towards digitalisation
Distribution to shift back to online platforms as physical showrooms close
In-Car Entertainment in Hong Kong, China
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Lack of aftersales demand continues to hinder category’s performance
Consumers unwilling to buy separate in-car entertainment systems
Major brands continue to lead, as luxury vehicle owners seek entertainment systems most suitable for their cars
Improving economy could see consumers willing to pay more for upgrades
Increasing use of electric vehicles may lead to shift in in-car entertainment trends
New Wi-Fi and 5G connectivity offer further competition
Home Audio and Cinema in Hong Kong, China
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Further declines for home audio and cinema following easing of restrictions and greater mobility
Audiophiles remain target audience as average consumer shifts away from purchasing dedicated soundbars
Appliances and electronics specialists remains leading distribution channel
Home audio and cinema projected to decline as consumer tastes change
Competitive status quo set to remain unchanged, with Sony retaining its lead
Home Video in Hong Kong, China
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Slow growth for televisions as economic uncertainty combined with other spending priorities impacts demand
New technology as a strategy for TV manufacturers to regain share
Remote control technology upgrades a major feature for the future
Sustainable trend emerges in televisions to appeal to conscious consumers
Smaller TVs to take major spotlight due to improving quality, and size of local homes
Headphones in Hong Kong, China
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Ongoing popularity of TWS earbuds drives category’s overall growth
Improved research and development boosts sales of TWS earbuds
Popularity of TWS earbuds to persist due to perception of improving sound quality
Fragmented landscape of premium headphones due to high number of brands entering local market
Imaging Devices in Hong Kong, China
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Digital camera sales continue to decline due to capabilities of smartphone cameras
Premium camera releases attract enthusiasts
Traditional camera sales set to continue declining amid ubiquity of smartphone cameras and other smart devices
Mirrorless cameras becoming most popular format in Hong Kong
Mobile Phones in Hong Kong, China
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Smartphone demand starts to stabilise following years of decline
Foldable smartphones steadily gain relevance as consumers prefer larger screen sizes
Offline specialists retain dominance of distribution due to local preference to physically inspect mobile phones prior to purchase
Smartphones to continue gaining momentum amid improving economic conditions
Generative AI to become increasingly prevalent in future phone technology
Mobile augmented reality set to gain stronger attention
Portable Players in Hong Kong, China
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Demand for portable players remains positive due to greater mobility in Hong Kong
Wireless speakers remains leading growth driver of portable players
E-readers continues on post-pandemic decline as move away from digital devices
Wireless speakers projected to record solid growth over the forecast period
Tablets and smartphones will remain as competition for portable readers and other devices
Wearable Electronics in Hong Kong, China
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Smartwatch technological improvements key to driving sales
Activity bands continues to experience strong declines as consumers prefer smart functions
Improved health tracking metrics key for consumers who want to focus on wellness
Possible metaverse integration may be a key driver for future growth
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Consumer Electronics
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- Desktops
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- Laptops
- Tablets
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- Monitors
- Printers
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- In-Car Navigation
- In-Car Speakers
- In-Dash Media Players
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- Audio Separates
- Digital Media Player Docks
- Hi-Fi Systems
- Home Cinema and Speaker Systems
- Speakers
- Other Home Audio and Cinema
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- Analogue TVs
- LCD TVs
- OLED TVs
- Plasma TVs
- Other TVs
- TV Combis
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- BD Players
- DVD Players
- Video Recorders
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- Mass Wireless Headbands
- Premium Wireless Headbands
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- Mass Wireless Earphones
- Premium Wireless Earphones
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- Mass TWS Earbuds
- Premium TWS Earbuds
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- Digital Cameras
- Digital Camcorders
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- Feature Phones
- Smartphones
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- E-Readers
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- Portable Multimedia Players
- Other Portable Media Players
- Wireless Speakers
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- Activity Bands
- Activity Watch (Analogue)
- Activity Watch (Digital)
- Smart Wearables
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Consumer Electronics
Consumer Electronics refers to the sales of Computers and Peripherals, In-Home Consumer Electronics, In-Car Entertainment and Portable Consumer Electronics to the end consumer.
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