June 30, 2025 09:31 PM GMT Greater China Semiconductors | Asia Pacific Chips in Glasses: Semi content analysis for the new Oakley Meta and Xiaomi AI glasses Tracking AI glasses chip industry developments: In our Insight report – Semiconductors: AI Glasses – Focusing on the Asia supply chain (8 May 2025) – we mentioned that given the success of Ray-Ban Meta glasses (EssilorLuxottica is covered by Grace Smalley, while Meta is covered by Brian Nowak), we turned more positive on the future of AI glasses. We thi ...

Core Viewpoint - Xiaomi's recent product launch of the YU7 SUV has generated nearly 300,000 orders within one hour, significantly surpassing market expectations, which is expected to enhance earnings consensus and support valuation multiple expansion for the company [1] Group 1: YU7 SUV - The YU7 SUV received over 289,000 confirmed orders in the first hour of its launch, exceeding market expectations against the in-line MSRP [1] - The initial order backlog may face challenges from scalping, and production capacity constraints are anticipated to limit sales growth over the next year, with a maximum delivery estimate of 1 million units by 2026 [1] - The order frenzy for the YU7 is expected to benefit Li Auto with its upcoming i-series BEV models and Xiaomi's supply chain, including its exclusive LIDAR supplier [1] Group 2: AI Glasses - Xiaomi's AI glasses, comparable to Meta-Rayban products but with superior specifications, are expected to succeed in the Chinese market due to limited competition within Xiaomi's ecosystem [1] - The single-color electrochromic version of the AI glasses sold out within half an hour of launch [1] Group 3: MIX Flip2 Smartphone - The MIX Flip2, Xiaomi's latest compact foldable flagship smartphone, features significant upgrades in design, performance, battery life, and imaging systems, with a starting price of RMB 5,999 [2] - The MIX Flip2 is anticipated to become a key player in the 2025 compact foldable smartphone market [2] Group 4: Valuation - Xiaomi is reiterated as a top BUY due to its strong EV growth, progress in smartphone and IoT products, and exposure to AI, AR glasses, and robotics [3] - The target price of HK$75.25 is based on a sum-of-the-parts (SOTP) valuation, combining a 21x 2026E P/E for traditional business and a 4x 2026E P/S for the EV business [3]

Core Insights - Xiaomi hosted its "Human x Car x Home" ecosystem launch event on June 26, unveiling three key products: Xiaomi YU7, foldable phone MIX Flip 2, and Xiaomi AI glasses, indicating a significant expansion in its automotive ambitions and premium consumer technology execution [1][2] Group 1: Xiaomi YU7 - The starting price of Xiaomi YU7 is RMB 253.5k, which is largely in line with market expectations, and it achieved 289k preorders within the first hour, significantly exceeding the 89k preorders of SU7 in the first 24 hours [1][2] - YU7 models (Standard/Pro/Max) feature an extended range, with the Standard model offering 835km and the Max model achieving 0-100 km/h in 3.23 seconds, positioning YU7 among top-tier electric SUVs [2] - The pricing strategy for YU7 is competitive against brands like Tesla Model Y and Li L series, with expectations of positive market reaction and potential upside to the estimated 360k EV shipments in FY25E [2] Group 2: Xiaomi AI Glasses - Xiaomi's AI glasses feature a D-shaped frame, a 12MP camera, and Qualcomm's AR1 SoC, powered by HyperAI LLM, marking a step into next-gen personal AI [3] - The battery capacity of Xiaomi AI glasses is 64% higher than that of Meta AI glasses, and the integration of XiaoAI enables real-time translation, AI summarization, and IoT control [3] - The expected price range of RMB 1,999-2,999 aligns with market expectations, reinforcing Xiaomi's AI ecosystem strategy [3] Group 3: Other Product Launches - Xiaomi also released the second-generation foldable smartphone MIX Flip 2, along with REDMI K80, Pad 7S Pro 12.5, Watch S4 41mm, Smart Band 10, and open earphones Pro [4] - In the smart home category, new products include a high-speed hair dryer Pro, Vacuum-Mop M40 S, wireless floor scrubber 4 Max, and Mi home air conditioner Pro [4] - The company reiterates a BUY rating with a target price of HK$65.91 [4]

Flashnote 27 June 2025 Xiaomi YU7 selling like hotcakes Much stronger demand than the SU7 Compelling features Xiaomi AI glasses • Xiaomi AI glasses' overall features are very similar to market leader Ray- Ban Meta with some upgrades/ differences, including hybrid camera lens, type C charging (no wireless charging), and a silicon anode battery. Xiaomi AI glasses have a price range of Rmb1,999-2,999, which is in line with Ray-Ban Meta (US$299-$379), demonstrating company's premiumisation strategy, particularl ...