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China Archive

Archives for February 2016

Technology
Hugo Barra Defends Xiaomi’s International Push Amid CriticismHugo Barra Defends Xiaomi’s International Push Amid Criticism
Technology

Two years after expanding outside of China, Xiaomi still makes 91 percent of its sales domestically. But other numbers tell a better story, says the company’s global boss.

By Ina Fried
Technology
Xiaomi’s Mi 5 Launch Event a Giant Qualcomm LovefestXiaomi’s Mi 5 Launch Event a Giant Qualcomm Lovefest
Technology

The company did manage to launch a new phone in the midst of singing the praises of its chipmaker buddy.

By Ina Fried
Technology
Ex-Uber Public Policy Chief Corey Owens Is Now Working for Drone Giant DJIEx-Uber Public Policy Chief Corey Owens Is Now Working for Drone Giant DJI
Technology

Owens left the ride-hailing service in December.

By Noah Kulwin
Technology
Qualcomm Deal With Lenovo Shows Its China Woes May Finally Be EasingQualcomm Deal With Lenovo Shows Its China Woes May Finally Be Easing
Technology

The deal follows a similar one reached with Xiaomi in December.

By Ina Fried
Culture
Chinese New Year: 2016 is the Year of the Fire Monkey. Here’s what that means.Chinese New Year: 2016 is the Year of the Fire Monkey. Here’s what that means.
Culture

A quick guide to the world’s biggest holiday.

By Sarah Turbin and Joss Fong