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Xiaomi's YU7 Winter Range Test Results Draw Industry Skepticism

Xiaomi Corp.'s promotion of its YU7 electric vehicle's range performance has sparked controversy after a prominent automotive reviewer questioned the validity of a winter test conducted at temperatures critics say were too mild to qualify as genuine cold-weather conditions. Lei Jun, Xiaomi's founder,

Huawei's Mate 80 Series Set for November Launch with Prices Starting at $760

Huawei Technologies is preparing to unveil its Mate 80 flagship smartphone series next month, according to recent leaks from Chinese tech bloggers. The information suggests the launch is imminent, with offline promotional materials now in preparation. This follows the June release of Huawei's Pura 80 series, which positioned

Chinese Automakers Capture Record 7.4% of European Car Market on Hybrid and EV Push

Chinese automakers seized a record 7.4% share of the European passenger car market in September 2025, driven by aggressive expansion in plug-in hybrid and electric vehicle offerings, according to research firm Dataforce. The milestone marks the strongest monthly performance ever for Chinese brands in the region, fueled by

Insta360 Unveils X4 Air, World's Lightest 8K 360-Degree Camera

Arashi Vision, operating under the Insta360 brand, launched its latest 360-degree camera, the X4 Air, on October 28. Weighing just 165 grams, the device is positioned as the lightest 8K panoramic camera currently available, targeting vlog creators, families, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a versatile recording solution. The X4 Air

BYD's Denza N8L Enters Crowded Premium Family SUV Market Starting at RMB 299,800

Denza Auto, the premium brand under BYD, officially launched its N8L large SUV model on October 28, just one month after pre-sales began. The vehicle is offered in two variants priced at RMB 299,800 (US$41,600) and RMB 329,800, representing a RMB 20,000 reduction from

OPPO’s Premium Push Jolted by Screen Defect Backlash

OPPO is grappling with a burgeoning customer backlash over a screen defect in its older flagship smartphones, a crisis that strikes at the heart of its premium market ambitions. The controversy, dubbed “Green Line Gate” on social media, has cast a shadow over the launch of its new Find X9

MetaX Wins Nod for STAR Market IPO, Escalating Race for China's First GPU Listing

MetaX cleared a crucial regulatory hurdle in its pursuit to become China's first publicly listed GPU chipmaker, setting up an intense competition with rival Moore Threads as both companies race toward market debuts that promise substantial returns for early investors including prominent private equity manager Ge Weidong. The

Avatr Technology Launches Upgraded Avatr 12 with Four-LiDAR System

Avatr Technology, a premium electric vehicle brand backed by Changan Automobile, Huawei, and Contemporary Amperex Technology, has launched an updated version of its Avatr 12 coupe sedan. The new model, which starts at RMB 269,900 (approximately US$37,500), aims to redefine advanced autonomous driving with an enhanced sensor

Beijing Robotics Firm Secures Hundreds of Millions in Series A Funding for Dexterous Hand Production

Linkerbot Technology, a Beijing-based developer of robotic hands for embodied intelligence, has announced the completion of a Series A funding round worth several hundred million yuan (equivalent to tens of millions of U.S. dollars). The round was led by Jingguo Rui Management Co. and Bojia Capital. It also

Chinese Jeweler CHJ Finds Profit in Ultra-Low Gold Content Accessories

CHJ Jewellery, a Guangdong-based jewelry company, has revived its fortunes by pioneering a controversial product category: ultra-low gold content accessories that carry premium price tags. The strategy has propelled the company's market capitalization to double this year, offering a blueprint for traditional jewelers struggling to compete