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Why China’s efforts to help world’s largest iPhone factory descended into violent protests, further...
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China Forces Apple to Delete WhatsApp, Threads, Signal From Chinese App Store: Apple removes a number of messaging apps from China's iOS App Store ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
G-7 Warns China Against Aiding Russia in Its War Against Ukraine: Top diplomats from the Group of Seven countries leveled one of their strongest warnings yet ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/g-7-warns-china-against-aiding-russia-in-its-war-against-ukraine
Huawei Unveils New Phone Lineup to Ramp Up the Pressure on Apple: Huawei Technologies Co. released its latest series of smartphones on Thursday ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/huawei-unveils-new-phone-lineup-to-ramp-up-the-pressure-on-apple
Apple (AAPL) iPhone Shipments Fall 10% as Android Smartphones Rise: Apple Inc.’s iPhone shipments were down nearly 10% in the first quarter of the year ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/apple-s-iphone-shipments-plunge-10-as-android-rivals-rise
Apple’s Cook Weighs Indonesia Production as Region Gains Clout: Apple Inc. is weighing the possibility of making some of its gadgets in Indonesia ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/apple-s-cook-weighs-indonesia-production-as-region-gains-clout
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Apple loses smartphone crown to Samsung as Chinese rivals gain ground: iPhone sales fall 10 per cent in first quarter of 2024 while groups including Xiaomi and ...
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Quick Glance: Samsung Takes Smartphone Crown from Apple
- Apple loses top position in the global smartphone market to Samsung as Chinese competitors gain traction.
- Samsung regains its status as the world's largest smartphone manufacturer in the first quarter of 2024, just three months after Apple claimed the top spot.
- The market's strongest growth comes from two Chinese manufacturers, while Apple continues to face challenges in the world's largest smartphone market.
- Despite an overall increase in global smartphone shipments, Apple experiences a decline in iPhone sales in China and misses out on much of the broader industry recovery.
San Francisco mayor announces the city will receive pandas from China: San Francisco is the latest U.S. city preparing to receive a pair of pandas from China ...
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Apple CEO Tim Cook Meets Singapore’s Next PM Lawrence Wong as He Wraps Asia Tour: Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook will meet Singapore’s leader at the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/apple-ceo-tim-cook-meets-singapore-s-next-pm-lawrence-wong-as-he-wraps-asia-tour
Cybertruck: Tesla needs to improve: Turbulent week at Tesla. First the company had to announce layoffs, and now a product recall follows ...
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Google Maps: These are the new map and search updates: Google has introduced two new functions for its Maps application. As always, I would like to point out ...
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Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...
reuters.com/world/philippines-says-decision-strengthen-ties-with-japan-us-sovereign-choice-2024-04-18/
Australia increases defence spending by $32bn in response to China build-up: Labor government commits to spending rises to pay for Aukus and long-range missile ...
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Online videos show Chinese runner being gifted win in Beijing half-marathon: The winner, He Jia, is a member of China’s marathon team and is a national marathon ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
Elizabeth Warren slammed for wanting to ‘break up Apple’s smartphone monopoly’: U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren says she’s not a fan of “green texts on iPhones” and ...
bostonherald.com/2024/04/19/elizabeth-warren-slammed-for-wanting-to-break-up-apples-smartphone-monopoly/
Apple fixes iPhone bug that suggested Palestinian flag when some people typed ‘Jerusalem’
cnn.com/2024/04/17/tech/apple-bug-fix-jerusalem-palestinian-flag-emoji/
Apple's offer to open up tap-and-go tech to be approved by EU next month, sources say
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G7 countries slam Chinese firms’ support for Russia’s defence industry: Ministers say transfer of weapons components is enabling Russia to ‘reconstitute and ...
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Scary: Dongfeng M-Hero 1 electric car in the driving report: The electric car from Dongfeng appears less heroic than frightening. The 3.9-ton truck with 142 kWh ...
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Samsung Regains Top Spot in Smartphone Market as iPhone Shipments Fall: Apple saw a 9.6% dip in its smartphone shipments between January and March ...
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Apple wants to spend more on suppliers in Vietnam, state media says: Apple Inc wants to boost its investment in Vietnam, state media quoted the U.S ...
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Iran-Israel tensions: Which countries can influence Tehran? : Countries across the geopolitical spectrum are urging de-escalation in the Middle East as Israel ...
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Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
Berkshire Hathaway Stock Looks Unsustainable Now: I think Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio composition does not justify its valuation as a large tech company ...
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Apple CEO says looking into possibility of building manufacturing facility in Indonesia
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Apple's iPhone Screen Sizes Could Change in 2024, and Possibly Again in 2025: The iPhone 16 isn't even a thing and already we're starting to hear rumors about ...
cnet.com/tech/apples-iphone-screen-sizes-could-change-in-2024-and-possibly-again-in-2025/
Chinese spies target Dutch industries to strengthen military, intelligence agency says
reuters.com/world/china/chinese-spies-target-dutch-industries-strengthen-military-intelligence-agency-2024-04-18/
Solomon Islands election puts China’s Pacific influence in spotlight: Incumbent Manasseh Sogavare’s development and security pact with Beijing has stoked western ...
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Apple 'beta' update addresses Jerusalem emoji controversy: A new software update stops the Palestinian flag emoji appearing when iPhone users type "Jerusalem".
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Margin Call Cited for Mysterious 99% Crash in China Cement Maker: China Tianrui Group Cement Co. said a sudden drop in its stock last week triggered a margin ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/margin-call-cited-for-mystery-stock-crash-in-china-cement-maker
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Apple loses top phonemaker spot to Samsung as iPhone shipments drop, IDC says: Apple's smartphone shipments dropped about 10% in the first quarter of 2024 ...
reuters.com/technology/apple-loses-top-phonemaker-spot-samsung-iphone-shipments-drop-idc-says-2024-04-15/
This app tries to do what Apple couldn’t: Multiple Mac monitors on Vision Pro: New "Splitscreen" app works around the limitations, but it's not ...
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/this-app-tries-to-do-what-apple-couldnt-multiple-mac-monitors-on-vision-pro/
China ordered Apple to take WhatsApp, Telegram, and other messaging apps off the iPhone
qz.com/china-apple-remove-whatsapp-telegram-signal-threads-1851421453
China coastguard blocks Philippines vessels as maritime tension grows: Incident just days after Washington reiterated its security ties to Manila
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US trade chief calls for 'decisive' action to shield EV sector from China: The U.S. must take "decisive" action to protect electric vehicles (EVs) from ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/ustr-tai-calls-decisive-action-shield-ev-sector-china-2024-04-17/
US navy flies aircraft through the Taiwan Strait a day after US-China defense chiefs hold rare talks
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Apple plans to invest more than $250 mln to expand Singapore campus: Apple Inc plans to invest more than $250 million to expand its regional campus or operations ...
reuters.com/technology/apple-plans-invest-more-than-250-mln-expand-singapore-campus-2024-04-18/
Samsung is back as the world’s #1 smartphone maker — IDC: In the first quarter of 2024, Apple experienced a decrease in its smartphone shipments by approximately ...
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Quick Glance: iPhone sales plummet. Here's why
- Apple’s smartphone sales dropped by 10% last quarter, primarily due to a sharp decline in sales in China.
- Samsung had been the top smartphone manufacturer for 12 years, but Apple briefly took the top spot last year.
- The global smartphone market is showing signs of recovery with a 7.8% increase in smartphone shipments in the first quarter of 2024.
- Despite expectations for Apple and Samsung to maintain their market dominance, the rise of Huawei and other Chinese manufacturers like Xiaomi and OPPO/OnePlus may continue.
Apple deletes WhatsApp, Threads from China app store on orders from Beijing: Apple has removed WhatAapp and Threads from its app store in China ...
cnn.com/2024/04/19/tech/china-apple-whatspp-threads-removal-hnk-intl/
Gaming emulators are now on the App Store after Apple relaxed the rules: iPhone users can finally download emulators for iOS.
mashable.com/article/gaming-emulators-ios-app-store-apple-relaxed-rules
ASML Q1 bookings miss forecast, but China sales hold up: ASML , the largest supplier of equipment to computer chip makers, reported weaker than expected ...
reuters.com/technology/asml-reports-q1-earnings-13-billion-worse-than-expected-new-bookings-2024-04-17/
Palestine flag shows on iPhone when typing Jerusalem, Israel supporters angry: A new iPhone update presents UK users typing 'Jerusalem' with a Palestinian flag ...
businessinsider.com/iphone-update-suggests-palestine-flag-when-typing-jerusalem-israel-anger-2024-4
Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Palestine Flag When Typing 'Jerusalem'
- iPhone users discover the Palestinian flag as a suggested emoji, sparking mixed reactions.
- The debate over Jerusalem as a capital city fuels discussions about the emoji suggestions.
- While some accuse Apple of antisemitism, others praise the Palestine flag positively.
- Apple confirms that the Palestine flag as an emoji is unintentional and will be changed with the next update.
‘Perfect landing spot.’ Apple plans to spend more in Vietnam as it looks beyond China
cnn.com/2024/04/18/tech/apple-vietnam-supply-chain-china/
From footballer to Buddhist monk: Swedish ex-player’s incredible transformation detailed on his Instagram page
scmp.com/sport/football/article/3259457/footballer-buddhist-monk-swedish-ex-players-incredible-transformation-detailed-his-instagram-page
Woman in Brazil wheels corpse into bank to take out loan in dead man’s name: A woman brought a 68-year-old man in a wheelchair into a bank branch and tried to ...
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Philippines says it won't give US access to more local military bases: The Philippine president says his administration has no plan to give the U.S ...
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Quick Glance: Philippines Rejects US Access to More Military Bases
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. allowed US access to four more Philippine military bases, bringing the total to nine.
- The Biden administration is strengthening alliances in the region to counter China, aligning with Philippine efforts to enhance external defense.
- Marcos emphasizes that the presence of US troops is in response to China's aggressive actions in the South China Sea.
- China accuses the Philippines of providing the US with bases that could undermine its security.
Schindler reaffirms 2024 sales target, but warns of weakness in China: Lift and escalator maker Schindler reiterated its full-year revenue guidance for low ...
reuters.com/business/schindler-posts-q1-order-intake-slightly-above-expectations-2024-04-18/
Huawei’s new Pura 70 series smartphone poses a threat to iPhone sales in China, say analysts
scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3259655/huaweis-new-pura-70-series-smartphone-poses-threat-iphone-sales-china-say-analysts
China's CATL to recycle EV batteries with Volvo Car: GUANGZHOU -- China's Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL), the world's top supplier of ...
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RISC-V AI chip upstart Rivos plans to undercut Nvidia, helped by a quarter-billion in VC lucre
theregister.com/2024/04/17/riscv_ai_startup_rivos_funded/
Apple: Why I Sold All My Shares: Apple is facing challenges in China, and its Vision Pro reportedly hasn't sold enough units to move the needle for the company ...
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Scholz Arrives in China on a Mission to Dial Down Trade Tensions: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will take a delicate message to China this week: Beijing has not ...
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Joe Biden takes his first jab at Donald Trump over hush-money trial: With the slightest of jabs Wednesday, President Joe Biden publicly acknowledged former ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
US and China defence ministers in first significant contact since 2022: Pentagon says Lloyd Austin stressed importance of freedom of navigation in call with Dong ...
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US-Japan-Philippines trilateral gives Manila a fighting chance: In an unprecedented move with big regional implications, US President Joe Biden hosted a ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/us-japan-philippines-trilateral-gives-manila-a-fighting-chance/
Apple still thinks 8GB of RAM is adequate for a laptop: Despite criticism of the Macbook Pro, the Macbook Air M3 has now also come in an 8 GB version ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000215920/apple-findet-8-gb-ram-fuer-einen-laptop-immer-noch-angemessen
China foreign ministry welcomes Blinken's visit to China as tensions simmer: China's foreign ministry on Thursday welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony ...
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Humble China street vendor makes sacrifices to support academically gifted daughters who gain PhD and master’s degree
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If Apple loses against China so will the West: According to figures out on Monday, Apple is no longer the world’s biggest manufacturer of smartphones after a ...
spectator.co.uk/article/if-apple-loses-against-china-so-will-the-west/
China opens new air routes near Taiwanese islands: TAIPEI: China's aviation regulator said on Friday (Apr 19) it had opened new air routes to the Chinese cities ...
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Huawei unveils new phone lineup to ramp up the pressure on Apple: Huawei Technologies Co released its latest series of smartphones on April 18 ...
thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2024/04/18/huawei-unveils-new-phone-lineup-to-ramp-up-the-pressure-on-apple
Foreign policy of the traffic light government: Germany is only a lightweight: The Chancellor in China, the Foreign Minister in the Middle East: The government ...
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Apple opens access to used iPhone components for repair: On Thursday, Apple announced that it has opened its iPhone repair process to include used components ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/11/apple-opens-access-to-used-iphone-components-for-repair/
Chinese scientists increase F-22 fighter jet’s radar signature 60,000 times with new detection method: study
scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3259428/chinese-scientists-increase-f-22-fighter-jets-radar-signature-60000-times-new-detection-method-study
Japan may turn up heat on Apple and Google with hefty fines: Antitrust proposals could stretch to 30% of annual revenues for app store monopolies
theregister.com/2024/04/15/japan_app_store_monopolies/
iOS 17.5: Second beta for developers is here: Apple has just released the second beta of iOS 17.5 (and iPadOS 17.5) for developers. With the first beta ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/ios-17-5-zweite-beta-fuer-entwickler-ist-da/
China's new home prices decline at fastest pace since 2015
reuters.com/world/china/chinas-new-home-prices-decline-fastest-pace-since-2015-2024-04-16/
Exclusive: China's CNOOC stockpiles Russian oil at new reserve base, traders, tanker trackers say
reuters.com/business/energy/chinas-cnooc-stockpiles-russian-oil-new-reserve-base-traders-tanker-trackers-say-2024-04-15/
iPhone: AltStore PAL launches in Europe: Apple now also allows third-party stores on iPhones in the EU. The AltStore PAL is now one of the first stores to be ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/iphone-altstore-pal-startet-in-europa/
High risk of animal-to-human diseases developing in some China fur farms, animal protection group says
reuters.com/world/china/high-risk-animal-to-human-diseases-developing-some-china-fur-farms-animal-2024-04-15/
Meloni Seeks China Reset After Italy Ditches Belt and Road Pact: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is embarking on a charm offensive with Beijing as she ...
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Xi during Scholz visit: China not a party to Ukraine war: During his meeting with Chancellor Scholz, China's President Xi emphasized that his country is not a ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
IMF chief says productivity, Chinese consumer spending key to boosting global growth
reuters.com/markets/imf-chief-says-productivity-chinese-consumer-spending-key-boosting-global-growth-2024-04-18/
Blinken to China to fuss about support for Russia: Antony Blinken will visit Beijing in the coming weeks, raising concerns about China’s overcapacity ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/blinken-to-china-to-fuss-about-support-for-russia/
China is leading supplier for Russian military complex – Blinken: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has criticised China for supporting Russias defence ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7452020/
Apple alerts users in 92 nations to mercenary attacks in new warning: Apple sent threat notifications to iPhone users in 92 countries on Wednesday ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/10/apple-warning-mercenary-spyware-attacks/
Huawei releases revamped, renamed Pura 70 flagship smartphone: TAIPEI -- Huawei Technologies began selling its latest premium smartphones in China on Thursday -- ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Huawei-releases-revamped-renamed-Pura-70-flagship-smartphone
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