Huawei Breaks Free from Windows with First HarmonyOS Laptop Launch
Huawei unveils its first Windows-free laptop running HarmonyOS 5, marking a strategic shift following U.S. sanctions. The device features Celia AI assistant and aims to support over 2,000 applications by year-end, positioning Huawei as a leader in China's domestic tech sector.
Hygon Unveils Breakthrough 128-Core Server CPU in Major Leap for Chinese Chip Industry
Chinese chipmaker Hygon announces ambitious C86-5G server processor featuring 128 cores and 512 threads, marking significant progress in domestic semiconductor capabilities. The processor boasts impressive specs including AVX-512 support, 16-channel DDR5 memory, and CXL2.0 interconnect technology.
8BitDo Suspends US Shipments as Trump-Era Tariffs Bite
Gaming peripheral maker 8BitDo has halted product shipments from China to US customers due to steep 145% tariffs on Chinese imports. The move impacts popular items like the Ultimate 2C controller, forcing US customers to rely on domestic retailers and warehouse inventory.
Huawei's AI Chip Victory: How U.S. Export Ban Sparked Chinese Innovation
Huawei unveils its powerful Ascend 920 AI chip, capitalizing on the void left by Nvidia's forced exit from China due to U.S. trade restrictions. The export ban intended to limit Chinese tech advancement has ironically accelerated domestic chip development, potentially costing Nvidia $5.5 billion in revenue.
Apple's 20th Anniversary iPhone: Complex Design Forces Chinese Production
Apple's ambitious 20th anniversary iPhone models, including a foldable variant and innovative Pro version, will likely be manufactured in China despite efforts to shift production to India. The decision stems from the devices' extraordinarily complex design requirements and China's advanced manufacturing capabilities.
US Relaxes Autonomous Vehicle Testing Rules to Counter Chinese Competition
The US Department of Transportation has unveiled new regulations making it easier for domestic manufacturers to test autonomous vehicles without traditional features. The strategic move aims to boost American competitiveness against China while maintaining core safety requirements.
Humanoid Robots Make History at Beijing Half-Marathon, Racing Alongside Human Runners
In a groundbreaking fusion of athletics and robotics, 20 teams of bipedal robots completed a 21.1km half-marathon race in Beijing alongside human competitors. The Tien Kung Ultra robot clinched victory in the robot division, finishing in 2 hours and 40 minutes while showcasing the remarkable progress in bipedal robotics technology.
Chinese Scientists Achieve 10,000x Speed Breakthrough in Flash Memory Technology
Researchers at Fudan University have developed PoX, a revolutionary flash memory technology that operates 10,000 times faster than current solutions, writing data in just 400 picoseconds. This graphene-based innovation could transform AI systems and computing while advancing China's semiconductor capabilities.
Apple's iPhone Faces Market Share Decline in China as Local Brands Surge
iPhone shipments dropped 9% in China during Q1 2024, marking Apple's seventh consecutive quarterly decline in the region. Meanwhile, domestic manufacturers like Xiaomi saw significant growth amid government subsidies and competitive pricing strategies.
Nvidia's $5.5B Hit: New Export Controls Shake AI Chip Giant's China Business
Nvidia faces a massive $5.5 billion quarterly charge following U.S. government restrictions on H20 chip exports to China. The latest export controls signal growing challenges for the semiconductor giant in its fourth-largest market, impacting its remarkable growth trajectory.