Changhong banking on smart appliances

Editor's Note: An increasing number of Chinese companies are emerging on the world stage as they strive to establish their brands outside the country. This report is by Li Yu and Peng Chao.

Televisions, refrigerators and air conditioners no longer wait for you to tell them what you want. Now, they anticipate your needs.

Sichuan Changhong Electric Co Ltd, a home appliance company based in Mianyang, Sichuan province, is making such products.