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China says it has not banned purchase, use of foreign phone brands

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

China says it has not banned purchase, use of foreign phone brands

China's foreign ministry denied issuing any ban on the purchase and use of foreign phone brands, including Apple, in response to reports that government agencies and firms had instructed staff not to use iPhones at work. The ministry clarified that there are no laws, regulations, or policies prohibiting the use of foreign-brand phones. However, they emphasized the importance of information and cyber security and urged all mobile phone companies to adhere to China's laws, regulations, and strengthen information security management.

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China extends anti-Apple directive, pushes for local tech adoption: Report

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Livemint · 1y ago

China extends anti-Apple directive, pushes for local tech adoption: Report

According to Bloomberg, state-backed companies and agencies in China are instructing their employees not to bring Apple iPhones and foreign devices to work. The Chinese government has been striving to reduce dependence on foreign technologies for over a decade and has encouraged the use of local software and the development of domestic semiconductor chip manufacturing. Employees in state firms and government departments from at least eight provinces have been directed to use local brands. This move is part of China's ongoing efforts to promote domestic technology.

Chinese sales of foreign phone makers, including Apple, drop 9.7% in May - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Chinese sales of foreign phone makers, including Apple, drop 9.7% in May - The Economic Times

In May, sales of foreign-branded mobile phones in China, including those of Apple Inc., decreased by 9.7% year-on-year, according to the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology. Shipments fell to 4.54 million units, affected by increased competition from domestic brands. Apple's performance significantly influences the market, with discounts offered on newer iPhone models. Overall, phone shipments in China dropped by 21.8% year-on-year to 23.72 million units for the month.

Apple's iPhone shipments in China surge 40% in May amid aggressive discounting

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple's iPhone shipments in China surge 40% in May amid aggressive discounting

Apple experienced a 40% increase in smartphone shipments in China in May, continuing the rebound seen in April, according to data from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT). Although not explicitly mentioned, Apple is the dominant foreign phone maker in China's market, suggesting the increase can be attributed to the company's performance. This follows a weak start to the year for Apple in China's smartphone market, but the company has seen growth in the past two months. Overall phone sales in China increased by 16.5% in May.

Indonesia says Apple's $100 million investment proposal inadequate

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

Indonesia says Apple's $100 million investment proposal inadequate

Indonesia has rejected a $100 million investment proposal from Apple to build an accessory and component plant, stating that it falls short of the requirements necessary for the tech giant to sell its latest iPhone there. In November, Indonesia banned sales of Apple's iPhone 16 for not meeting the domestic requirement of 40% locally-made parts. The country has also banned sales of Google Pixel phones for a similar reason. Indonesia's Industry Minister, Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita, expressed that the proposal did not align with principles of fairness.

Foreign smartphone sales in China drop 12.7% in August, data show

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

Foreign smartphone sales in China drop 12.7% in August, data show

Sales of foreign-branded smartphones, including Apple's iPhone, in China declined by 12.7% YoY in August. Data from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) revealed that 1.87 million foreign-branded phones were sold during the month, down from 2.142 million in the previous year. However, the overall phone sales in China saw a growth of 26.7% YoY, reaching 24.05 million handsets in August.

China orders government officials to not use iPhones at work: Report

Livemint

Livemint · 2y ago

China orders government officials to not use iPhones at work: Report

Chinese government officials have been instructed not to bring Apple iPhones into government offices due to concerns over cybersecurity. China has been increasing its efforts to ensure the use of domestically-produced technology that is considered secure and controllable. While Apple's iPhones are popular in China, the government's strict cybersecurity regulations and desire for data security have led to these measures. Tensions between China and the US have also played a role in limiting foreign technology use in certain sectors.

Foreign smartphone shipments in China slump 47% in November

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

Foreign smartphone shipments in China slump 47% in November

In November, foreign-branded smartphone shipments in China, including Apple's iPhone, plummeted by 47.4% compared to the previous year, as reported by the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology. The shipments decreased to 3.04 million units from 5.769 million units previously. Overall, phone shipments within China experienced a 5.1% decline year-on-year, totaling 29.61 million handsets. This reflects a significant drop in foreign smartphone demand amid broader market challenges.

Microsoft says it will no longer use engineers in China for Department of Defense work | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1m ago

Microsoft has announced changes to ensure its engineers in China no longer work on U.S. Department of Defense projects. This move follows a Pro Publica report revealing that U.S. citizens with security clearances, but lacking technical expertise, supervised China's engineers in maintaining U.S. defense cloud systems. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth emphasized foreign engineers should not handle DoD systems. Microsoft stated no China-based teams will now assist with defense-related services.

Trump says any TikTok deal would not mirror Nippon-US Steel

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Trump says any TikTok deal would not mirror Nippon-US Steel

President Donald Trump stated that any agreement to prevent TikTok from being banned in the U.S. would differ from the anticipated deal between Japan's Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel. He mentioned that China would need to approve any TikTok deal. Trump made these remarks to reporters while in the Oval Office, highlighting that the circumstances surrounding the deal would be unique and not a replication of past international agreements.

The black market that delivers Elon Musk’s Starlinks to US foes

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Livemint · 1y ago

The black market that delivers Elon Musk’s Starlinks to US foes

A salesman in Moscow has been selling Starlink internet terminals to Russian forces fighting in Ukraine, despite Russia officially banning the use of the SpaceX-developed service. This has given Russian forces an advantage by providing access to the internet and enabling the control of drones and other advanced technologies. The terminals are obtained through a shadowy supply chain, involving middlemen who purchase the hardware on platforms such as eBay and ship them to Russia. Similar activities have been observed in countries like Sudan, where Starlink is also banned. SpaceX has not responded to requests for comment on the matter.

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