As expected, TCL Electronics has posted strong financial results for the first half of 2025. Revenue rose 20.4% year-on-year to HK$54.78 billion ($7.12 billion), while profit after tax jumped 60.5% to HK$1.05 billion ($136.5 million). Adjusted profit attributable to shareholders climbed 62% to HK$1.06 billion ($137.8 million), reflecting solid growth across the company’s core and innovative businesses.

TV Business Gains Strength

TCL shipped 13.46 million TVs globally in the first six months of 2025, an increase of 7.6% compared with last year. Mini LED TVs drove much of that growth. Shipments of these premium models surged 176.1% to 1.37 million units, securing TCL’s top global position in the category. Large-sized display revenue grew 9.4% to HK$28.35 billion ($3.69 billion), with gross margin improving to 15.9%.

In China, the government’s “trade-in” policy lifted demand for mid-to-high-end TVs. TCL’s branded TV shipments rose 10.2%, and Mini LED shipments climbed 154.2%. Revenue in the market increased 4.4% to HK$8.72 billion ($1.13 billion), while gross profit margin improved to 19.4%. Internationally, TCL benefited from its manufacturing bases across China, Vietnam, Mexico, Brazil, Poland, and Pakistan. Global TV shipments outside China rose 8.7%, with Mini LED shipments nearly tripling.

Internet and Innovative Businesses Expand

TCL’s internet ecosystem business generated HK$1.46 billion ($189.8 million) in revenue, up 20.3% year-on-year. Partnerships with Google, Roku, and Netflix supported overseas expansion. TCL Channel reached 39.3 million users worldwide, strengthening the company’s streaming presence.

The innovative business segment delivered even faster growth. Revenue rose 42.4% to HK$19.88 billion ($2.58 billion). The photovoltaic unit more than doubled revenue to HK$11.14 billion ($1.45 billion), reflecting strong adoption of solar solutions in industrial, commercial, and rural markets. TCL also expanded in consumer innovation. RayNeo smart glasses led China’s XR category during the 618 Shopping Festival, while the AiMe AI companion robot drew attention at CES earlier this year.

Outlook

TCL plans to continue its “Mid-to-High-End + Globalisation” strategy. The company will invest further in R&D, expand its supply chain efficiency, and push digital transformation to sustain growth.

The results underline TCL’s evolution from a mass-market TV maker into a diversified technology brand with strong positions in premium displays, internet ecosystems, renewable energy, and AI-driven consumer electronics.

In related news, the TCL 60 Ultra Nxtpaper has surfaced on a retail site with full specifications and images, while TCL has also introduced a new washing machine priced lower than a budget smartphone.

TCL has launched a new front-loading washing machine in China under its Super Cyclone series. The Super Cyclone V3R features a 10kg capacity and comes in Black and White color options.

It is priced officially at 1,499 yuan ($208), but early buyers can purchase it for an effective price of just 649.5 yuan ($90) after applying subsidies and review-based rebates. It is also available as a washer-dryer combo in the same series, which follows the same discount structure and brings the effective price down to 824.5 yuan ($114).

TCL Super Cyclone V3R Specifications

The machine is powered by a high-performance BLDC variable frequency motor that supports spin speeds of up to 1400 RPM. TCL has backed the motor with a 10-year replacement guarantee. The motor not only improves water extraction efficiency but also operates with reduced noise levels.

TCL has equipped the machine with a 1.2 washing ratio, which exceeds the national standard for drum washing machines. This ratio improves stain removal and overall cleaning performance. The V3R also uses a three-stage heating system with precise temperature control between 30°C and 60°C to target different types of stains, including oil, milk, wine, and sweat.

The machine supports a wide range of fabric care modes. It includes a gentle basket swing mode to reduce wear on clothes, separation washing to avoid cross-contamination, and hand-wash simulation through tumble and pounding modes. For faster cleaning, the turbo quick wash mode delivers the effect of a 60-minute cycle in just 35 minutes.

TCL has also prioritized hygiene with this model. The V3R integrates high-temperature steam sterilization and mite removal features. TCL claims the machine achieves a 99.99% sterilization rate and 100% mite removal rate. It also includes high-temperature tub cleaning and an antibacterial door seal to maintain hygiene over time.

The machine includes preset programs for wool and down jackets. The wool wash mode protects against shrinkage and fuzzing, while the down jacket cycle uses staged water inflow and gentle agitation to preserve coating layers.

TCL has reinforced the machine with a multi-dimensional damping system. It includes shock absorbers, anti-vibration pads, and suspension springs to ensure stability during high-speed spins. The V3R has received international CB and CE certifications along with Chinese energy and water-saving labels.

In related news, TCL CSOT’s Oxide technology has entered mass production, debuting on Lenovo and Xiaomi tablets, while the global smart glasses market surged 110% in H1 2025 with Meta leading and TCL expanding its share.

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TCL CSOT has announced the mass production of its Oxide TFT display technology for mid-size tablets. Between May and August 2025, the company began supplying these panels to major partners, starting with the Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad 11 and Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2. TCL CSOT confirmed that this marks the first commercial rollout of its Oxide panels in the mid-size segment, signaling a new phase in the company’s display manufacturing capabilities.

The 11-inch displays on both tablets feature Oxide TFT technology, which offers higher stability and lower power consumption compared to traditional a-Si panels. The screens support a 2.5K resolution and have been optimized for improved clarity, detail reproduction, and brightness uniformity. TCL CSOT stated that these enhancements help improve overall user experience while reducing power draw, which is critical for battery-powered devices like tablets.

TCL CSOT also revealed that it continues to collaborate with brands such as Lenovo and Xiaomi across multiple product categories, including smartphones, laptops, and in-car displays. The company serves as the exclusive display supplier for Xiaomi’s flagship Pad 7 Ultra, which uses a flexible OLED panel with an integrated driver IC. This is the first mid-size product from TCL CSOT to adopt such an integration, and the company views it as a key step in expanding its OLED portfolio.

The commercial deployment of Oxide panels demonstrates TCL CSOT’s readiness to produce and deliver these displays at scale. According to the company, Oxide technology provides performance advantages that help OEMs differentiate their products in a competitive market. TCL CSOT aims to support its partners by supplying advanced display solutions that meet the growing demand for higher resolution and energy-efficient panels in the tablet segment.

TCL CSOT plans to continue expanding the use of Oxide technology across its product lines. The company emphasized that it is positioning Oxide TFT as a reliable and scalable solution for future mid-size devices.

In related news, the global smart glasses market surged 110% in the first half of 2025, with Meta holding the lead while TCL made notable gains. Meanwhile, TCL is preparing to showcase its most ambitious tech innovations yet at IFA 2025.

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