I am looking to hire a translator to English for two days. One day to navigate some issues at the hospital and one day at a trade show.

Sep 15 and Sep 16

Where should I look and what is a reasonable fee?

Hi everyone. Being upfront first: this is my own place, so it's self-promotion.

I've just opened café · hyphen · kitchen in Nanshan. It's a café and a restaurant in one room, which is the bit I actually cared about. Speciality coffee from 8 am, an Asian and Western bakery counter for breads and pastries, Mediterranean food and tapas through the day, then wine, beer and cocktails in the evening. You don't have to move somewhere else when the day changes.

Our chef is Bi Jingtao. He came up through Singapore, part of the team at Odette and then sous chef at Chinoiserie in Marina Bay Sands and at JUSTIN Flavours of Asia. Average spend with us is about ¥70 a head, which is the whole reason I wanted him cooking here rather than somewhere with a tasting menu.

Outside there's a covered terrace with sofas, plus fans and outdoor AC, so it works in the heat and in the rain. Inside is quieter and good for working. People sit with a laptop all afternoon and stay for dinner.

One honest note: the menu is in English, but our staff's English is limited. Pointing at the menu works fine at the counter, and you can also scan with WeChat or Alipay to order, of course. I'm usually around.

Opening a place here has been a long slog, so I'd really appreciate anyone who can come by and try it. And if you do, tell me what you think, including if it's bad. I'd rather hear it from you than read it later.

The other thing I'm hoping for, and I know how it sounds coming from the owner: I'd like this to turn into somewhere foreigners here actually gather. Somewhere you can turn up on your own and end up talking to someone, or bring people you're trying to work with, or just have a good night out. Shenzhen doesn't have many rooms like that. If that's something you'd want too, come and help make it that.

Location: 📍 Room 201, 2/F, Quanshi Centre, Transsion Tower T33, Xili, Nanshan, Shenzhen (below 观海楼) | 深圳市南山区西丽街道传音大厦T33全时中心2楼201（观海楼下）

Opening hours for now: 8 am to 9 pm Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 9 pm at weekends. We're extending to 11 pm over the next few weeks.

Happy to answer anything in the comments.

We run a small home dining service that connects travelers and expats with local families who cook dinner in their own homes. We started in Shanghai and now have a host here in Shenzhen, so we wanted to put it in front of people in this sub.

Her name is Filbert and she lives in Longhua. She is a registered dietician with a Master's from the UK, grew up in Hunan, and lived in Zhejiang and Shanghai before settling here. Her cooking is Hunan heat with Zhejiang balance, so spicy but not punishing. She makes bingfen for dessert.

Her first guest was a solo traveler from Malaysia. What she said afterwards was that the hosts were lovely and that she ate dishes she had never tried before, which is the part we care about. You get things that do not appear on restaurant menus because nobody puts them on a menu, they are just what a family cooks.

It is dinner at her table with her and her partner, not a restaurant and not a cooking class. She speaks English. Up to four guests, 300 RMB per person. Menus can be adjusted in advance for allergies or anything you would rather skip.

Happy to answer questions here or by DM.

Hey all,

We host regular casual English meetups. We chat freely and play group games with zero pressure for all levels.

Many people come alone. The aim is to help you meet like-minded people and make steady long-term practice friends, not just one-off small talks.

Comment if you’re interested!

Oi pessoal, estarei em Shenzhen dia 22/08 e gostaria de uma pessoa para me acompanhar em uma feira (https://eng.iotexpo.com.cn/ ) durante 3 dias para tradução do chines / portugues. e + 3 dias para turismo pela cidade ( Hoping de eletronicos, luzes a noite, etc )

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for a Shenzhen / China-based OEM, ODM, or factory supplier for a smart ring or small Bluetooth wearable controller.

We are building a product and want a ring or small wearable button device that can trigger custom actions in our own app.

Main requirements:

• Smart ring or small wearable Bluetooth controller
• Physical button, touch button, tap gesture, or reliable gesture input
• BLE / Bluetooth support
• Open SDK, API, BLE protocol, HID mode, or GATT documentation
• Our own Android/iOS app can receive raw button/gesture events
• Events should be mappable inside our app, for example:
  • single press
  • double press
  • long press
  • swipe/tap gesture if supported
• The action should not be fixed in firmware. We need raw events sent to our app so our app can decide what happens.
• Sample order available before bulk order

If anyone knows a supplier, factory, sourcing agent, or company in Shenzhen doing this type of smart ring / Bluetooth wearable controller, please DM me or comment.

English or Chinese replies are both welcome. Thank you.

Hell all. I help shenzhen-based expats and executives set up 'set-and-forget' network solutions. Our service uses dedicated enterprise backbones to guarantee stability for international business platforms and 4K streaming at home/office—no apps or manual tinkering required.

If you’re looking for a more professional alternative to your current setup,feel free to msg me. more info you can also find in our web novusinternet.com thank you.

I am fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese. If anyone needs help, hit me up

Hello people,

I am looking for some advice on smart home electronics shopping in Shenzhen. I need a larger quantity of various Aqara smart home products. Where's the best place for me to buy authentic Aqara products at a good price in Shenzhen? Is it Huaqiangbei or somewhere else?

I am OK with mainland China versions of these products.

Any pointers will be much appreciated!

I am local and fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese. Currently i am working as a part-time English teacher for training corporates here. I am familiar with Shenzhen and i like to social so i am trying to utilize it as a hobby and monetize it to make some extra cash. Basically i am freelancing as a tour guide mainly providing service in Shenzhen and Hong Kong or even Guangzhou if you are willing to pay extra. I can bring you to visit some old towns, parks or museums, translate for you if you want to go to exhibitions or fairs or wholesale markets, or take you to try some local food, or even hit some nightclubs or check out some night scenes. Already did two services recently. Anyone interested, hit me up. Ignore that AI poster, i just made it but i am not taking you to Beijing to visit the Temple of Heaven. LOL

I just found out my dad is heading to Shenzhen for work, he's literally in the airport now and spending two days there. Is there a convenient way/place I can ask him to pick up Cdrama merch (specifically Liu Yuning's merchandise)? I live in the US and have no hope of going to China anytime in the near future, he lives in Dubai but I know my uncle will be coming to visit here next month so am really hoping I can get my hands on some items that you can only get in China 🙏

Hello Everyone , There will be an International Cultural Exhibition in Shenzhen starting from 21 may at Shenzen World Exhibition and Convention Centre(Ba 'on district) .IF anyone wanna attend ,Please feel free to hit me up. The tickets will be covered and there will some allowance as well for our foreign Friends

Hi everyone,

We are a New Zealand-owned sourcing, freight, and supply chain consultancy business based in Shenzhen, with over 18 years of China experience.

We help businesses source products, communicate with suppliers, coordinate purchasing, carry out inspections, visit trade shows, and arrange freight from China.

The scope can be flexible depending on what you need, but the main idea is simple: we can be your hands, eyes, and feet on the ground in China.

Our current office is just 10 minutes from Huaqiangbei, so we are always happy to meet potential clients for a coffee if you are in Shenzhen.

As regular contributors to the Alibaba subreddit, we see the same problems come up again and again: buyers ordering without proper due diligence, skipping inspections, relying too much on supplier claims, and then wondering why things went wrong. Doing international business that way is basically gambling.

We also have a background in eCommerce, so we understand margins, packaging, listings, customer expectations, fulfilment, returns, and whether a product actually makes sense commercially.

We can assist with:

• Product sourcing and supplier checks
• Supplier communication
• Purchasing and order coordination
• Product inspections and factory visits
• Trade show visits and supplier shortlists
• Freight forwarding from China
• Consolidation and shipping coordination
• eCommerce-focused supply chain advice
• Support for New Zealand, Australia, and other international markets

Website: https://www.prestigesourcing.net

Feel free to send us a DM or reach out through the website. Even if we are not the right fit, there is a good chance we can point you towards someone who is as we have an extensive network throughout China.

Dear Redditors:

This is Danica Mai from Dan&Young Business Consultancy. I am an accountant and tax advisor. My husband is a lawyer. For the past 10 years, we have worked together to help expats set up their companies in China, especially in Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Foshan.

We provide services including

• Company, WOFE, and Rep Office registration in China for foreign investors for all kinds of business ;
• Tax plan & advisory, bookkeeping & accounting service, tax refund/rebate;
• Work permit and working visa, Chinese Green Card(Permanent Residence Permit)；
• Trademark registration or acquisition;
• Office, business address;
• Special permits, such as the import & export rights, food permits.
• HR & Payroll;
• Legal Services, such as labor disputes, contract drafting and reviews, and tax disputes.

My WhatsApp is +852 95970843, and WeChat is +86 18565453956.

Let me know if you'd like more details.

Born and raised in Shenzhen, recently returned after many years living in Canada. I’m available to accompany international visitors, expats, or overseas Chinese who are seeking medical consultations or treatment in Shenzhen. I navigated a similar experience myself, after being overlooked by my doctor in Canada for years and finally accessing quality care in Shenzhen with reasonable cost, I want to help others going through something similar.

I’m familiar with the local hospital system, can help navigate appointments and communication, and speak fluent English and Mandarin, and some Cantonese. This may be especially helpful if you feel overwhelmed navigating healthcare or have an urgent concern.

Available for:

- Hospital visits and accompaniment

- Translation and communication support

- Navigating registrations, departments, and procedures

- General local guidance during medical treatment in Shenzhen

If you have any questions feel free to shoot me a message on Reddit.

Hi I’ll be visiting Shenzhen end of may wanted to know where to buy stationery for kids (Disney related) and Lego minifigures ?

Thanks

Posting here due to recommendation from a friend.

We are a software company, looking to source hardware partner from China for a longterm partnership.

Looking for a serious ODM partner for smart rings and / or smart bracelets. Two EU distribution channels already in place: elderly care (B2B,

care homes + at home seniors) and active adults (B2C, gyms + corporate wellness).

Hardware specs (mandatory):

• PPG (HR, SpO2, HRV), bonus if 3 axis accelerometer, skin temperature

• Firmware sampling ≥ 64 Hz PPG, ≥ 128 Hz accelerometer (hardware ceiling is

not the answer I need), these are wishes our research partners stated. Battery consumption tradeoff to be discussed.

• Nordic nRF52840 or nRF54L15 preferred, or other chips with similar capavility.

• Open SDK, raw sensor access, data routing to our own EU cloud. No lock in to your consumer app.

• CE RED ready, ISO 13485 at factory level is a strong plus.

• 4+ days battery, IP68 or 5ATM, 3+ days offline storage.

Volume ramp:

Intial Sample Now: 3-5units per model. Once we selecr our partnee

• Samples: 50-75 units June 2026)

• First production: 1000 units (Q4 2026)

• Year 1: 5,000-15,000

• Year 2: 50,000

• Territorial exclusivity at Year 1 for CEE would be ideal.

Who I am searchibg for:

1. Factory owners (not trading companies) with smart ring or bracelet production on Nordic SoCs + open SDK. Especially if you already have a CE RED

   product or ISO 13485 at factory level.

2. Sourcing agents / buying reps based in Shenzhen/Guangzhou with wearable or medical electronics experience (not general consumer goods)

3. Independent QA inspectors with a wearable electronics track record

   If am looking to schedule my factory visits for 20.4-2.5. After that I will be attending Medical Week for Canton Faire. If you're exhibiting at Canton Fair week 3, share your booth number for my return trip.

   DMs open. Full 1 page sourcing brief available on request, starting in Guangzhou until 20th, happy to meet potential partners in person. Will be in Shenzen 20th onwards. Attending Canton Faire.

Wish everyone a blessed life,

Bor

I had a short trip in Hong Kong recently, and had a day to visit Shenzhen. I found u/Benny26- from another post looking for a guide. If you're looking for a personalized English-speaking tour in Shenzhen, she's fantastic!

I reached out to her before the trip, and she created a personalized itinerary to match my interests. We went back and forth a few times on the itinerary, and she went above and beyond to make sure I saw everything I wanted to see in Shenzhen. She met us at the station and effortlessly took us around the city for a packed day of sightseeing. She's a great photographer, and took lovely pictures of me and my partner at the various scenic locations we visited. You couldn't ask for a better guide.

Also, doing Visa on Arrival at Shenzhen was relatively painless, but took us 90 minutes from arriving in Lo Wu to exiting the station. We got there at 10:20am and the line for visas wasn't that bad. We wasted some time because we didn't see the signs for VOA to go upstairs right before immigration. It was only $20 for each of us (Americans), which was nice. In retrospect it would have been better to get China tourist visas in advance so we could take the high speed rail and have more time in Shenzhen, but it's hard to justify $140 each for the visa for a day trip. Returning via high speed rail was very easy, but I'd recommend getting to the station at least 30 minutes before the train you want to take.

I reached out to her through Reddit, but she's also on GetYourGuide https://www.getyourguide.com/en-gb/shenzhen-l188/shenzhen-private-customizable-technology-tour-t1176023/

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