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Mystery Xiaomi Device Gets China 3C Approval

Jul 26, 2016 11:25 AM EDT

A mysterious Xiaomi device bearing the number 2,016,090 was recently spotted in a listing posted on the China Compulsory Certification (3C) website. The certification revealed that the Xiaomi device has a 5V/2A charger and supports all available networks.

No.1 D5+ Sports Same Looks but With Upgraded Hardware

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Jul 23, 2016 04:20 PM EDT

With the recent rise of smartwatches in China, several manufacturers are cashing in on the hype. No.1 is just one of these companies, and recently the manufacturer unveiled its latest creation, the No.1 D5+.

No.1 G4: Decent Specs for Competitive Price

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Jul 23, 2016 04:14 PM EDT

While the smartwatch hype may have been steadily deteriorating in the western market, China is still a lucrative market for many manufacturers. No.1 G4 recently hit the market, and it is stirring a lot of discussions in the tech community.

Alibaba, Amazon, eBay, YouTube, Snapdel Named in Illegal Wildlife Trade in India

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Jul 22, 2016 07:39 AM EDT

Several prominent e-commerce platforms have been named by the Indian government as outlets used to facilitate the illegal trade of wild animals and their body parts. The Indian government released a list consisting of 106 websites that it believes are involved in the illegal trade. Among the major platforms included are Amazon, Alibaba, eBay, Snapdeal, and even the video-sharing website YouTube.

Huawei, GE Sign Pact to Boost Productivity

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Jul 21, 2016 02:34 PM EDT

Chinese tech giant Huawei has announced that it has signed a partnership deal with General Electric. The two companies are hoping that the partnership would help boost their productivity by developing new equipment and machines.

Meituan Dianping Receives Funding From China Resources Group

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Jul 21, 2016 02:29 PM EDT

Meituan Dianping, China's leading online-to-offline service provider, recently announced that it has received an undisclosed amount of capital from China Resources Group's funding unit. China Resources Group is a state-own conglomerate that aims to help startup businesses by providing capital.

Huawei's Mate 8 Specs, Release Date Revealed; US Launch Possible According To Reports

Huawei Mate 8 Boasts of 6.6-inch Display With 2K Support

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Jul 21, 2016 02:25 PM EDT

It appears that Chinese tech giant Huawei will give its flagship Mate 8 device a massive 6.6-inch display, the smartphone would also support Quad-HD 2K resolution.

Oukitel U7 Plus Design Flaunted in new Official Video

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Jul 21, 2016 02:17 PM EDT

Chinese smartphone manufacturer Oukitel has released a video highlighting some of the features of its upcoming device, the Oukitel U7 Plus, which is an upgraded version of the U7 Pro. Among the new features added to the Plus model is a 360-degree rear fingerprint scanner.

Bluboo Maya Max is First in the Lineup to Support USB Type-C

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Jul 21, 2016 02:10 PM EDT

Bluboo Maya Max is the second device to join the Maya lineup. Based on the latest news about the device, the Bluboo Maya Max is sporting some high-end specs. It is also the first Bluboo device to support USB Type-C.

Midea Group, Huawei Sign Partnership to Boost Smart Home Development

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Jul 21, 2016 02:01 PM EDT

Chinese home appliance corporation Midea Group has signed a strategic partnership agreement with tech giant Huawei Technologies, China's largest manufacturer of smartphones. This new alliance comes just a few weeks after Midea Group, in a somewhat controversial move, won majority control of German robotics company Kuka.

Lenovo Plans to Revamp Supply Chain, Increase Global Market Presence

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Jul 20, 2016 03:05 PM EDT

For the first time in several years, the smartphone industry is experiencing a slump in its growth rate. As a response to the slightly deteriorating market, Chinese smartphone manufacturer Lenovo is planning to revamp its manufacturing supply chain and aims to establish its presence globally this year.

Facebook Hires Former WeChat Executive

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Jul 20, 2016 02:59 PM EDT

After several months of silence, social networking giant Facebook is once again stirring up the Chinese tech industry after it successful lured an executive from Chinese tech giant WeChat.

Chinese People Smash Their iPhones, Mob KFC in Protest of South China Sea Ruling

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Jul 20, 2016 02:14 PM EDT

Several groups in China have targeted prominent American brands in protest against the recent ruling issued by the Permanent Court of Arbitration regarding the South China Sea. Protesters took to the streets outside of local KFC outlets in at least 17 cities in China to vent out their dissent. Others shared videos on various social media outlets showing themselves smashing their Apple iPhones.

China’s Luxshare Precision Industry Closes Deal With Taiwan’s Merry Electronics

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Jul 20, 2016 02:02 PM EDT

Chinese electronics supplier Luxshare Precision Industry has signed a preliminary agreement with a Suzhou-based acoustics devices company owned by Taiwan-based Merry Electronics. Details of the deal include Luxshare paying up to $89.5 million for as much as 60 percent of ownership shares in the Suzhou-based company.

Baidu Branches Into Cloud Computing

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Jul 20, 2016 01:57 PM EDT

As with most major tech companies, Chinese tech giant Baidu is also stepping up its game when it comes to cloud computing services. Baidu is currently looking for ways to diversify its revenue and not just focus on the advertising business, especially with the recent tightening of the regulations in China.