Category Archives: China

Xiaomi responds to US blacklist, denies Chinese military connection

Posted on January 14, 2021 by C. Scott Brown

Update: Xiaomi says it is not owned, controlled, or affiliated with the Chinese military. Continue reading →

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Huawei’s phone business could be a ghost of its former self in 2021

Posted on January 5, 2021 by Jon Fingas

The US trade ban could kick it out of the world’s top six brands. Continue reading →

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Have a look at one of the first Snapdragon 888 phones (Updated: New name?)

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Jon Fingas

Update: Realme’s hoping to make a splash with its upcoming flagship, but will you bite? Continue reading →

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Some Chinese phones are shipping with money-stealing malware

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Jon Fingas

The company blames the problems on a supply chain partner. Continue reading →

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In the US, 7 out of every 10 smartphones made in China

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Jon Fingas

The pandemic sparked a shift to lower-cost devices, where China excels. Continue reading →

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US plans further action against ‘untrusted’ Chinese apps, phone makers

Posted on August 6, 2020 by Andy Walker

The White House’s latest planned measures against China could have huge implications for Chinese companies in the US. Continue reading →

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Why India is boycotting Chinese apps and technology

Posted on July 5, 2020 by Dhruv Bhutani

India might be headed down a slippery slope. Continue reading →

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TikTok predicts staggering loss of cash following India ban

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Dave LeClair

TikTok parent company ByteDance Ltd. is expecting to lose an absurd amount of money as a result of being banned in India. Continue reading →

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India now officially bans 60 Chinese apps, including TikTok and WeChat

Posted on June 29, 2020 by C. Scott Brown

India has now officially instituted a ban on dozens of apps that originate from China. Continue reading →

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