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Sharp China with Bill Bishop

(Free) Xi Skips the G-20 as the MSS Puts APEC in Question; More Fallout from the Huawei FU; Rahm Emmanuel Has Takes; Apple Needs VR Help

Sep 6, 2023
Bill Bishop, author of Sinocism, discusses Xi Jinping's absence from international summits, MSS encouraging spying, Huawei's defiance of US export controls, Apple's shift to Chinese suppliers, unauthorized access to US military installations by Chinese nationals, and understanding Chinese perspectives through various sources including Kaishin.
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  • Apple is testing advanced displays from Chinese suppliers for its mixed reality headsets, highlighting China's efforts to compete in high-end technologies.
  • US Ambassador Rahm Emanuel emphasizes the need to be cautious in negotiating with China, citing their alleged theft and deceptive tactics.

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Apple testing advanced displays from Chinese suppliers for future models

Apple is currently testing advanced displays made by Chinese suppliers B.O.E. Technology and C.A. Technology for possible inclusion in future models of its vision pro mixed reality headsets. Apple's move to evaluate these Chinese displays highlights the country's efforts to become more competitive in high-end technologies and reduce reliance on foreign tech. While there is no guarantee that the Chinese suppliers can meet Apple's quality standards, Apple has been known to embed its own engineers at supplier factories to help improve manufacturing quality.

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