Core Insights - The smart lock industry in China is at a critical juncture of technological innovation and market upgrade, focusing on product core reconstruction, value enhancement, and user experience empowerment as key directions for high-quality development [1][2] - The integration of smart security and smart home technologies is accelerating, with smart locks reinforcing their essential role in home security, while the industry faces challenges such as price competition and product homogeneity [1][2] Industry Trends - The demand for smart locks is steadily increasing, with both new and replacement needs being released, and the upstream shipment volume is continuously rising, indicating a clearer supply chain structure [1][2] - The market penetration of smart locks remains low, with significant potential for new user growth, and AI smart locks are emerging as a major highlight for the year [2][3] Standardization Efforts - The China Daily Hardware Technology Development Center is actively promoting the establishment of industry standards to address common challenges and guide the industry towards a new phase of quality competition focused on innovation, product quality, and safety [2][3] - The release of the "2025 China Smart Lock Industry White Paper" and the "2025 China Smart Door Consumer White Paper" aims to provide insights into industry development, market characteristics, and consumer trends to support strategic decision-making [3]