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My First Time in China! This tech here is CRAZY!
My First Time in Shenzhen China TCL Factory Tour and City
I went to Shenzhen for my first time ever visiting China! TCL invited me for their Global Partner Conference and I got to see behind the scenes at some of their factories, and do a little exploring of my own!
I went to Shenzhen for my first time ever visiting China! TCL invited me for their Global Partner Conference and I got to see behind the scenes at some of their factories, and do a little exploring of my own!
Eager to explore China for the first time, I landed in Shenzhen ready for an adventure. TCL invited me to their Global Partner Conference, which was an incredible opportunity to go behind the scenes at their factories. Seeing the scale of innovation and manufacturing up close was mind-blowing—the tech here is truly next level. But I didn't just stick to the factories; I made sure to do some exploring of my own. From wandering through bustling markets to soaking in the futuristic skyline, every moment felt like stepping into a new world. The energy of Shenzhen is unmatched, blending cutting-edge technology with vibrant street life. If you've ever wondered what it's like to dive headfirst into China's tech hub, this is the real deal.
I went to Shenzhen for my first time ever visiting China! TCL invited me for their Global Partner Conference and I got to see behind the scenes at some of their factories, and do a little exploring of my own!
Jenna Ezarik, a first-time visitor to China, documents her trip to Shenzhen, where she was invited by TCL for their Global Partner Conference. Her journey begins with a 14-hour flight to Shanghai, a layover, and a late-night arrival in Shenzhen, where she is dropped at the wrong hotel. The next day, she battles jet lag and humidity before attending a welcome dinner and the conference, where she suffers an allergic reaction. A highlight is an early morning walk along the bay, where she marvels at how Alipay integrates everything. During the factory tours, she tours TCL's advanced CSOT display factory, witnessing fully automated robotic assembly lines, and the air conditioner factory, which runs lights-out with AI. Her exploration continues at the flagship DJI store, where she buys a new microphone. She then takes a RoboTaxi via the Pony Pilot app, navigating highways and tunnels. After an evening walk to a mall, she steps in a deep puddle and later fails to purchase a jacket due to a bank fraud alert. Despite these mishaps, she reflects on the incredible technology and hospitality, concluding that the short trip was a profound experience.
Traveling to China for the first time, content creator Jenna Ezarik is thrown into a world of next-level tech and culture shock. From navigating the Alipay ecosystem and riding a RoboTaxi through Shenzhen's highways to exploring the flagship DJI store, Jenna's journey is packed with futuristic firsts. Despite jet lag, allergic reactions, and a failed shopping attempt thanks to a fraud alert, she manages to find awe in TCL's automated factories and even gets her feet soaked in a mysterious puddle. It's a whirlwind trip that proves China's tech scene is as wild as advertised.
Jenna Ezarik explores Shenzhen, China, experiencing a RoboTaxi, TCL's automated factories, and the Alipay app, despite jet lag and a shopping mishap.
Shenzhen Tech Trip: RoboTaxi, DJI Store & TCL Factory Tour
2:55 Use connectivity apps like Alipay for everything from payments to taxis, making travel in Shenzhen seamless.
12:55 Try the RoboTaxi service in Shenzhen via the Pony Pilot app for a futuristic, self-driving ride on highways.
3:40 Alipay is essential: order food, translate text, and book transport all from one app, even for first-time visitors.
11:32 Visit the flagship DJI store in Shenzhen for exclusive drones, cameras, and gear not available in the US.
2:55 Use connectivity apps like Alipay for everything from payments to taxis, making travel in Shenzhen seamless.
12:55 Try the RoboTaxi service in Shenzhen via the Pony Pilot app for a futuristic, self-driving ride on highways.
3:40 Alipay is essential: order food, translate text, and book transport all from one app, even for first-time visitors.
11:32 Visit the flagship DJI store in Shenzhen for exclusive drones, cameras, and gear not available in the US.
0:00 Preparing for China trip
0:55 Arriving in Shanghai
3:40 Discovering Alipay and WeChat
7:21 Touring TCL display factory
8:42 Exploring TCL AC factory
11:32 Inside DJI flagship store
12:55 RoboTaxi experience
15:23 Mall walk and puddle mishap
0:00 Preparing for China trip
0:55 Arriving in Shanghai
3:40 Discovering Alipay and WeChat
7:21 Touring TCL display factory
8:42 Exploring TCL AC factory
11:32 Inside DJI flagship store
12:55 RoboTaxi experience
15:23 Mall walk and puddle mishap
jennaezarikitsmejennaevlogvloggervlogging中国tcl深圳中国旅行shenzhen techrobotaxitcl factory touralipaydji store第一次去中国travel vlogWhat was the first thing you learned about tech in China?
I learned about Alipay and WeChat. You can literally do everything in Alipay, from ordering food to booking a car.
How was the RoboTaxi experience in Shenzhen?
It was smooth and futuristic. The self-driving car handled highways, tunnels, and obstacles well, even reminding us to take our carry-on items.
Did you encounter any problems during your trip?
Yes, I had an allergic reaction with hives, I got dropped at the wrong hotel, and my bank flagged my card as fraud when I tried to buy a jacket.