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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 aims to redefine mobile productivity with its thinnest, lightest, and most powerful foldable design yet. It addresses portability concerns with a remarkably lightweight build and durable construction. The dual-screen synergy facilitates efficient multi-tasking, while deeply integrated Galaxy AI features like “Instant Translate” and “Smart Drag and Drop” streamline workflows. This combination of hardware and software enhancements transforms fragmented moments into productive output, extending mobile office capabilities.

BYD’s Branding Head, Li Yunfei, emphasized the company’s focus on internal development and avoidance of direct attacks on competitors, drawing a parallel to the defensive martial art Wing Chun. He advocated for healthy competition in the vast Chinese and global auto markets, discouraging malicious disparagement. Li urged BYD enthusiasts (“Di-fans”) to positively promote Chinese brands and avoid unproductive online disputes. This philosophy, echoed by Chairman Wang Chuanfu, reflects BYD’s core corporate culture of fair play and constructive growth.

Pang Donglai, a Chinese retail giant, is attracting attention with its unique hiring strategy for its new Xinxiang store. The company requires bachelor’s degrees for security and cleaning positions and is actively recruiting 200 veterans from demanding regions and up to 20 ex-offenders. Chairman Yu Donglai emphasized giving second chances and fostering dignity. Applicants face rigorous screening, focusing on cultural alignment. The move to hire ex-offenders has sparked online debate, praised for its progressive approach.

BYD’s Zhengzhou Speedway opening highlighted China’s dominance in NEV technology. CAIC rankings show Chinese companies, particularly BYD, leading in new energy, hybrid, and pure electric patent authorizations. BYD’s R&D (over 120,000 employees, averaging 45 daily patent filings) drives innovation, including the Blade Battery and advanced hybrid tech. This technological prowess fuels BYD’s sales, with significant domestic and overseas growth, solidifying China’s rising influence in the global NEV market.

Chen Rui has stepped down as the legal representative and executive director of two Bilibili-affiliated entities, Shanghai Kuanyu Digital Technology Co., Ltd. and Huali Electric Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. Huang Shengsheng will be taking over these roles. Chen Rui, who joined Bilibili as a user in 2010 and later became an angel investor and CEO, oversaw Bilibili’s NASDAQ and Hong Kong Stock Exchange listings. This leadership change raises questions about Bilibili’s future strategy in China’s competitive online entertainment market. Analysts are closely observing Huang Shengsheng’s actions.

Chinese retailer Pang Dong Lai is hiring 900 employees, prioritizing social responsibility with dedicated channels for veterans, including those from Xinjiang and Tibet (aiming for 200 hires), and plans for 20 recruits with prior criminal convictions. Applicants, limited to Henan province residents, must demonstrate alignment with the company’s culture of sincerity and well-being through provided resources. The recruitment drive begins August 23rd, emphasizing work-life balance.

A razor review by tech YouTuber Lou Bin sparked controversy after his analysis favored Flyco’s F8 over Laifen’s P3 Pro, citing price-performance issues. Laifen’s CEO responded, alleging unfair practices involving Lou’s ex-employee brother. Accusations and rebuttals ensued, with Laifen detailing issues surrounding the ex-employee. Both the CEO and ex-employee have since declared an end to the public dispute, and Lou Bin stated he would not pursue further defamation unless it repeats.

Chengdu Topway has successfully produced and delivered China’s first domestically developed 8.6th generation Common Metal Mask (CMM) to a leading client. This marks a significant breakthrough in OLED core material production, addressing a critical technology gap. The 2620 x 2290mm CMM is designed for medium-to-large sized displays and enables lower production costs. Overcoming challenges in exposure, etching, and tension control, this achievement reduces reliance on foreign technology and strengthens China’s advanced display ecosystem.

A Douyin user, Wang Moumou, created a fake missing-child post using AI, generating widespread concern. The fabricated video detailed a fictional abduction, complete with a pilfered image of a child. Investigations revealed the hoax, leading to Wang’s arrest. He confessed to using AI to gain online followers. The incident highlights the dangers of AI-generated misinformation and the ethical implications of exploiting social media algorithms for personal gain, prompting calls for increased media literacy and responsible online behavior.

Martial arts star Jet Li recently shared a photo from a hospital bed, describing it as “another trial of impermanence.” The 62-year-old actor, known for films like “Hero” and “Lethal Weapon 4,” previously reassured fans about his health, citing a “hardware issue” requiring repairs. Li, who has addressed past death rumors with a philosophical view on social media traffic, has openly discussed his hyperthyroidism. His influential filmography includes classics such as “Shaolin Temple” and “Once Upon a Time in China.”