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Wow, Xiaomi Just Shook Up the EV Market – Again

Posted on July 6, 2025 by [email protected]

At the launch event on June 26, Xiaomi’s Founder, Chairman, and CEO Lei Jun announced the pricing for the all-new Xiaomi YU7: – Standard Version: ¥253,500 (~$35,000)“10,000 RMB cheaper than the Tesla Model Y”– Pro Version: ¥279,900 (~$38,700)“Cheaper by ¥33,600”– Max Version: ¥329,900 (~$45,600) The bold pricing strategy wasn’t just talk. Within just 3 minutes,…

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7 lessons I Learn from Warren Buffett as an engineer

Posted on July 6, 2025 by [email protected]

Warren Buffett isn’t an engineer – But his mindset is pure gold for anyone preparing for a career in tech or engineering. Here are 7 timeless lessons I learned and am still learning 1️⃣ Focus on Fundamentals Buffett only invests in what he understands. Don’t just memorize formulas – understand them.Tools change. Core principles don’t….

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Do humanoid robots need rest?

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by [email protected]

Technically no. But practically? Absolutely. Even robots get tired… of our unrealistic expectations. You see, while they don’t yawn or need coffee breaks, most humanoids today only run for 2 to 4 hours before they start begging (silently) for a recharge. Why? 🔋 Low battery.🌡️ Overheating joints.💻 System updates – because even robots hate software…

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XPeng and Huawei Co-develop AR-HUD System with Proprietary Optical Platform, Debuts on XPeng G7

Posted on June 14, 2025June 14, 2025 by [email protected]

XPeng and Huawei have jointly launched a new-generation AR-HUD system, featuring full-stack integration from optical hardware to real-time AR rendering. This marks a significant milestone in China’s push toward smart cockpit engineering. 👉 key highlights: – Huawei’s in-house optical platform enables high-brightness, high-contrast display under various ambient lighting – Integrated AR navigation, IMI (Intelligent Man-Machine…

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Is the “囍” taillight design gimmicky?

Posted on June 14, 2025June 14, 2025 by [email protected]

Yes and no– it depends on perspective: ✅ Not just a gimmick – when viewed strategically: 1. Emotional Branding• “囍” symbolizes double happiness, widely associated with celebration and good fortune in Chinese culture. • It taps into national pride and emotional nostalgia – something that builds loyalty in domestic markets, especially in a high-involvement purchase…

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What Makes Lei Jun’s Style So Effective?

Posted on June 14, 2025 by [email protected]

The “Lei-style” Playbook – Behind Xiaomi’s rise is not just innovation – but communication. Lei Jun, Xiaomi’s founder, has crafted a unique style that blends humility, storytelling, and strategy. Here’s what defines the “Lei-style” of leadership and marketing: 1. Talks About Struggles – He openly discusses challenges, making the brand feel relatable and human. 2….

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GAC Toyota Integrates Xiaomi’s “Human-Car-Home” Ecosystem

Posted on June 14, 2025 by [email protected]

GAC Toyota (Guangzhou Auto – Toyota) is taking a significant step toward ecosystem-level smart mobility by formally integrating with Xiaomi’s “Human-Car-Home” platform. The upcoming bZ7 will be the first model to adopt this integration. 👉 From a technical standpoint, this collaboration introduces: • Open hardware ecosystem interfaces for third-party and Xiaomi-compatible devices • Native support…

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Top 3 mid size electric SUV based on SDV architecture in China?

Posted on May 31, 2025 by [email protected]

👉 Xiaomi YU7 – HyperOS– Architecture: Based on Android and NuttX, HyperOS is Xiaomi’s unified operating system designed for smartphones, IoT devices, and automobiles. 👉Luxeed R7 – HarmonyOS– Architecture: Developed by Huawei, HarmonyOS is a microkernel-based operating system designed for a range of devices, including vehicles. 👉 Tesla Model Y – Tesla OS– Architecture: Tesla’s…

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Self-Driving Taxi Caught Fire in Beijing

Posted on May 31, 2025May 31, 2025 by [email protected]

What Happened? On May 13, a self-driving taxi from Pony.ai was driving in Beijing when it suddenly went off the road and into a street median. Then, the car caught on fire 🔥 Luckily, no one was inside the car, and no one got hurt. The company said the car noticed something wrong and tried…

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A Tragedy. A Test. A Turning Point.

Posted on May 31, 2025 by [email protected]

On March 29, a fatal crash involving Xiaomi’s SU7 sedan claimed three lives. Recently, Lei Jun, CEO of Xiaomi, finally broke his silence. “We’ve been hit by a storm of doubts, criticism and blame,” he admitted in a leaked internal video. He pledged to make Xiaomi’s cars the safest in their class. As an automotive…

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