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Grand Opening of October 2024 Global Sources Sports & Outdoor Show Emerging Sports Rise: Pickleball and AR Fitness Take Center Stage
HONG KONG /PRNewswire/ — Phase 3 of the 2024 Global Sources Hong Kong Shows officially opened today, featuring the Global Sources Sports & Outdoor Show alongside the debut of the Global Sources Baby & Children’s Products Show. The events will run until October 30 at AsiaWorld-Expo. With growing global awareness of health consciousness, the sports and outdoor industry is experiencing explosive growth. The Sports & Outdoor Show, first launched last year, has successfully captured trends in the sports industry and met global buyers’ demands.
The Global Sources Sports & Outdoor Show showcases over 30,000 high-quality, fashionable, technological, and environmentally friendly sports and outdoor products, featuring approximately 600 booths from Asia. The shows cover equipment for camping, fitness, water sports, outdoor activities, sportswear, and accessories, aiming to build a comprehensive sports lifestyle ecosystem and create a one-stop fashion sports sourcing platform. The Global Sources Baby & Children’s Products Show concurrently showcases baby products, toys, clothing, strollers, car seats, children’s furniture, and related maternal and infant services.
John Kao, Vice President of Global Sources Hong Kong and Overseas Shows, stated: “The sports and outdoor market is experiencing unprecedented development opportunities. People’s pursuit of a healthy lifestyle and love of nature are driving the robust growth of the sports and outdoor industry. Our shows follow market trends by not only providing buyers with a diverse range of high-quality sports and outdoor products but also by introducing immersive sports experiences and emerging sports programs, bringing new vitality and business opportunities to the industry. Global Sources will continue to promote the development of the sports and outdoor market and build a superior platform for global buyers and suppliers to exchange ideas and cooperate.”
Newly Emerged Sports Growth: Indoor Pickleball Experience Space Added
Global Sources Sports & Outdoor breaks from traditional exhibition formats by introducing a series of immersive sports experiences for buyers. Among newly emerged sports, Pickleball has shown significant growth, with Hong Kong recently opening its first indoor Pickleball experience space, demonstrating enormous business potential and broad development prospects. Global Sources set up a Pickleball court and launches a “Pickleball Training Camp” with HKPickle.Union. Visitors can interact on-site and experience the unique charm of Pickleball under the guidance of promotional ambassadors and professional coaches, stimulating buyers’ purchasing interest in the emerging sports trend.
The show has also established a Sports Carnival in Hall 5, featuring basketball, air hockey, smart bike riding, darts, table football, and other sports gaming facilities. Through a series of sports and outdoor-themed activities and competitions, buyers can enjoy sports in fun competitions while sourcing products in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
Wellness & Fitness Zone: PURE Yoga Classes and Latest AR Fitness Equipment
Phase 3 of the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows has set up a special “Wellness & Fitness Zone” in collaboration with local premium fitness center PURE, bringing a series of yoga and fitness activities to buyers and exhibitors. PURE’s professional yoga instructors will provide yoga experiences on-site and share yoga-related knowledge.
The experience zone will also showcase the latest AR fitness equipment, which won the 2023 Red Dot Winner Award. This equipment integrates digitalization, artificial intelligence, gym training, strength training, and smart home fitness functions, providing visitors with an immersive fitness experience. Through these activities, buyers can closely understand and experience the latest sports and outdoor products while personally participating in health and fitness practices.
International Pavilions Showcase Diversity, Innovation
The exhibition continues its internationalization, attracting pavilions from countries including India and Vietnam. The Vietnamese manufacturers’ group is presenting highly competitive and cost-effective new products such as sportswear, swimwear, and functional bags. These products highlight Vietnam’s increasing craftsmanship and design capabilities while bringing Southeast Asian fashion design concepts and creativity to the show. On the opening day, the Vietnam Pavilion held an opening ceremony attended by Hu Wei, CEO of Global Sources; Mrs. Le Duc Hanh, Consul General of Vietnam in Hong Kong; John Kao, Vice President of Global Sources Hong Kong and Overseas Shows; and Sam Hui, Vice President of Global Resources Strategy and International Business, who jointly witnessed this important moment.
Onsite Summit Program
Phase 3 of the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows features a series of professional forums under the theme “Thriving Together: Novel Products for Active Folks and Little Ones.” The event brings together industry representatives from the E-Commerce Association of Hong Kong, Pantone, Novelty Lane, SGS, Tech Packs Co, and others to explore industry development trends and share market updates. The forums cover various hot topics, including “PANTONEVIEW Colour Planner Autumn/Winter 2025/26 – Family,” “The Rise of Fashion-Forward Active Apparel and Gear,” and “Navigating the Latest Pitfalls for Selling Baby and Kids Products on Amazon.” A highlight forum, “Champion’s Choice: Elite Athlete Unveils the Winning Gear,” features Ms. Pui Yin Yip, former Olympic badminton representative, sharing insights on athletes’ preferred sports apparel and equipment, meeting buyers’ needs for the latest market dynamics.
Focusing on Sustainable Development and Upgrading Digital Services
As consumers’ awareness of environmental protection continues to strengthen, Global Sources Hong Kong Shows, as an internationally leading B2B procurement platform, actively practices ESG principles. From the meticulous layout of the exhibition hall to the orderly organization of events, it comprehensively implements measures for environmental protection and sustainable development. In these shows, Global Sources strongly encourages exhibitors to showcase their ESG labels, making it easier for buyers to identify and select suppliers that meet environmental standards. This initiative motivates suppliers to put environmental concepts into practice and jointly promotes the green development of the industry.
At the same time, the shows have launched the feature-rich Show Genie 2.0 APP, providing visitors with more convenient exhibition features. These include fast entry through QR code registration, a search function to quickly locate desired exhibitors and products, personalized exhibition routes, and online note-taking capabilities. This greatly enhances the exhibition experience for visitors.
About Global Sources
Global Sources is an internationally recognized B2B sourcing platform that has been driving global trade for over 50 years. The Company connects authentic buyers and verified suppliers worldwide with tailored solutions and trusted market intelligence through trade shows, digital platforms, magazines and events. Global Sources’ unique online-to-offline (O2O) services have successfully provided efficient and convenient commercial services to over 10 million registered international buyers and users.
This press release is distributed by Market Hubs Holdings Limited.
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Inside the Computing Power Behind Spatial Filmmaking: Hugh Hou Goes Hands-On at GIGABYTE Suite During CES 2026
Inside the Computing Power Behind Spatial Filmmaking: Hugh Hou Goes Hands-On at GIGABYTE Suite During CES 2026
Spatial filmmaking is having a moment—but at CES 2026, the more interesting story wasn’t a glossy trailer or a perfectly controlled demo. It was the workflow.
According to a recent GIGABYTE press release, VR filmmaker and educator Hugh Hou ran a live spatial computing demonstration inside the GIGABYTE suite, walking attendees through how immersive video is actually produced in real-world conditions—capture to post to playback—without leaning on pre-rendered “best case scenario” content. In other words: not theory, not a lab. A production pipeline, running live, on a show floor.

A full spatial pipeline—executed live
The demo gave attendees a front-row view of a complete spatial filmmaking pipeline:
- Capture
- Post-production
- Final playback across multiple devices
And the key detail here is that the workflow was executed live at CES—mirroring the same processes used in commercial XR projects. That matters because spatial video isn’t forgiving. Once you’re working in 360-degree environments (and pushing into 8K), you’re no longer just chasing “fast.” You’re chasing:
- System stability
- Performance consistency
- Thermal reliability
Those are the unsexy requirements that make or break actual production days.
Playback across Meta Quest, Apple Vision Pro, and Galaxy XR
The session culminated with attendees watching a two-minute spatial film trailer across:
- Meta Quest
- Apple Vision Pro
- Newly launched Galaxy XR headsets
- Plus a 3D tablet display offering an additional 180-degree viewing option
That multi-device playback is a quiet flex. Spatial content doesn’t live in one ecosystem anymore—creators are being pulled toward cross-platform deliverables, which adds even more pressure on the pipeline to stay clean and consistent.
Where AI fits (when it’s not the headline)
One of the better notes in the release: AI wasn’t positioned as a shiny feature. It was framed as what it’s becoming for a lot of editors—an embedded toolset that speeds up the grind without hijacking the creative process.
In the demo, AI-assisted processes supported tasks like:
- Enhancement
- Tracking
- Preview workflows
The footage moved through industry-standard software—Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve—with AI-based:
- Upscaling
- Noise reduction
- Detail refinement
And in immersive VR, those steps aren’t optional polish. Any artifact, softness, or weird noise pattern becomes painfully obvious when the viewer can look anywhere.
Why the hardware platform matters for spatial workloads
Underneath the demo was a custom-built GIGABYTE AI PC designed for sustained spatial video workloads. Per the release, the system included:
- AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor
- Radeon AI PRO R9700 AI TOP GPU
- X870E AORUS MASTER X3D ICE motherboard
The point GIGABYTE is making is less “look at these parts” and more: spatial computing workloads demand a platform that can run hard continuously—real-time 8K playback and rendering—without throttling, crashing, or drifting into inconsistent performance.
That’s the difference between “cool demo” and “reliable production machine.”
The bigger takeaway: spatial filmmaking is moving from experiment to repeatable process
By running a demanding spatial filmmaking workflow live—and repeatedly—at CES 2026, GIGABYTE is positioning spatial production as something creators can depend on, not just test-drive.
And that’s the shift worth watching in 2026: spatial filmmaking isn’t just about headsets getting better. It’s about the behind-the-scenes pipeline becoming stable enough that creators can treat immersive production like a real, repeatable craft—because the tools finally hold up under pressure.
Source:PRNewswire – GIGABYTE press release
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LUMISTAR Draws Record Crowds at CES 2026 With AI Tennis and Basketball Training Systems
LUMISTAR’s CES 2026 debut showcased TERO and CARRY, innovative AI sports training systems that engage athletes actively. The systems allow real-time adaptations, transforming training into competitive practice while effectively utilizing performance data for measurable skill development. Pre-orders start March 2026.

LUMISTAR wrapped up its CES 2026 debut in Las Vegas with record-level attention, as live demos of its AI-powered sports training systems consistently drew full crowds throughout the show, according to the company.
The sports-focused AI brand showcased TERO, its AI tennis training system, and CARRY, its AI basketball training system—both described by attendees as “game changers” for how training can be delivered, measured, and scaled.
Why the Booth Stayed Packed
Across multiple days of hands-on demonstrations, LUMISTAR’s booth became a focal point for athletes, coaches, club operators, and sports technology professionals. Visitors repeatedly pointed to one key difference: the systems don’t just record results—they actively participate in training.
That’s a major break from the standard model in sports tech, where:
- traditional ball machines run pre-set drills, and
- wearables/video tools analyze performance after a session ends.
Training That Adapts in Real Time
LUMISTAR says both TERO and CARRY combine real-time computer vision, adaptive decision-making, and on-court execution to respond instantly to athlete behavior—adjusting difficulty, tempo, and training logic shot by shot.
Attendees noted that this turns practice from repetition into something closer to competition—an evolving back-and-forth between athlete and system.
“This is not an incremental improvement—it’s a complete rethink of what training equipment should do,” one professional coach attending CES said in the release. “For the first time, the machine is reacting to the athlete, not the other way around.”
From Data Collection to Action
Another standout point from CES feedback: the platform’s focus on turning performance data into immediate training outcomes.
LUMISTAR’s approach emphasizes:
- continuous data retention across sessions
- real-time performance interpretation
- clear visualization of progress and training efficiency
Coaches and athletes highlighted that this could reduce wasted training time and accelerate skill development by making each session measurable and comparable.
What’s Next: Pre-Orders and Kickstarter
LUMISTAR outlined a 2026 rollout plan following CES:
- TERO opens for pre-orders in March 2026, with full market availability beginning May 2026
- CARRY launches via Kickstarter in Q2 2026
- The company will continue private demonstrations and pilot programs with select training institutions worldwide ahead of commercial release
More information is available at https://www.lumistar.ai.
Source: PRNewswire press release from LUMISTAR (Jan. 11, 2026)
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UOG Wins Three CES 2026 Awards for Black Diamond Carbon & Nano Silver Wellness Wearables
At CES 2026, United One Group Healthcare (UOG) highlighted wellness wearables, winning three significant awards for its innovative products, including the UOG 5-in-All Wellness Band and Socks. These recognition honors emphasize practical consumer value and meaningful innovation, marking UOG as a leader in non-invasive wellness technology.
Last Updated on January 20, 2026 by Daily News Staff
LAS VEGAS — CES is usually where the flashiest screens, fastest chips, and wildest concept gadgets steal the spotlight. But this year, wellness wearables made a serious push into the conversation—and United One Group Healthcare (UOG) walked away with some of the show’s biggest editorial wins.
United One Group (UOG), the developer behind what it calls the world’s first Black Diamond Carbon & Nano Silver fusion wellness technology, announced it earned three major industry awards at CES 2026—plus an on-floor boost when a CES official spokesperson publicly highlighted UOG’s featured productsduring the event.
Three CES 2026 Awards for UOG’s 5-in-All Line
According to the company, UOG’s wearable wellness products received:
- Two TWICE Picks Awards for
- UOG 5-in-All Wellness Foot Pain Relief Socks
- UOG 5-in-All Wellness Band
- One TechRadar Pro Picks Award for
- UOG 5-in-All Wellness Band
That kind of cross-recognition matters at CES, where editorial awards are often split across categories and audiences. UOG’s haul places it among a smaller group of wellness-focused brands to earn multiple editorial honors—including wins from both TWICE (a key consumer electronics and retail publication in the U.S.) and TechRadar Pro (a global tech and professional solutions outlet).
Why These Awards Carry Weight
Both award programs are editor-selected, not paid placements, which is a big deal in a show environment packed with marketing noise.
- TWICE Picks Awards spotlight products that show market readiness, performance, and practical consumer value.
- TechRadar Pro Picks Awards focus on meaningful innovation, usability, and real-world impact.
In other words: these wins aren’t about the loudest booth—they’re about products editors believe people will actually use.
What UOG Showed Off at CES 2026
UOG’s CES lineup centers on non-invasive, wearable wellness gear that integrates its proprietary Black Diamond Carbon & Nano Silver nanotechnology. The company says the material is designed to support microcirculation, activate the body’s natural electrical pathways, and encourage recovery—without electronics or medication.
Here’s a quick look at the featured products:
1) UOG 5-in-All Wellness Band (Award Winner)
The 5-in-All Wellness Band was the standout, earning recognition from both TWICE and TechRadar Pro. UOG describes it as a soft, flexible, one-size wearable designed to support:
- deeper sleep
- headache relief and reduced cranial tension
- neck and shoulder relaxation
- stress reduction through parasympathetic nervous system support
UOG positions it for people dealing with insomnia, migraines, eye fatigue, frequent travel, and high-stress routines.
2) UOG 5-in-All Wellness Foot Pain Relief & Diabetic Support Socks (Award Winner)
Also a TWICE Picks Awards winner, these socks are aimed at relief for:
- plantar fasciitis
- neuropathy
- swelling
- chronic foot fatigue
The company says the design includes a three-zone arch system and targeted cushioning to support circulation and nerve function—especially for people managing diabetes or circulation issues.
3) Performance Sports Socks, Knee Sleeves, and Arm Sleeves
UOG also featured additional recovery-focused wearables, including:
- Performance Sports Socks for circulation support, fatigue reduction, and daily recovery
- Knee Sleeves engineered for joint stabilization and compression-based comfort
- Arm Sleeves designed to support endurance, flexibility, and reduced arm/elbow fatigue
The common thread: UOG’s nanotech material paired with compression and ergonomic design, aimed at everyday users as much as athletes.
What’s Next for UOG After CES
UOG says its long-term mission is to merge advanced nanotechnology with accessible wellness solutions—and it plans to expand into next-generation recovery wear, biosensor-integrated systems, and AI-driven wellness platforms.
At a show where “the future” often means bigger, brighter, and faster, UOG’s CES moment points to a different direction: wellness tech that’s wearable, practical, and built around daily life.
UOG at CES 2026
UOG exhibited at Booth #56227 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, offering live demos, performance testing, and product trials throughout the show.
More info about UOG at CES 2026
- PRNewswire: UOG Wins Three Industry Awards at CES 2026
- CES Exhibitor Listing: United One (Group) America Inc (CES 2026)
- United One Group Healthcare (UOG) Official Website
- Yahoo Finance: UOG Unveils Next-Gen Recovery Wearables at CES 2026
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