Tech News Roundup: Yesterday and Today Luo Yonghao Responds to Controversy, Xiaomi MIUI Head Appears, "Black Myth: Wukong" Set for Release

Tech News Roundup: Yesterday and Today Luo Yonghao Responds to Controversy, Xiaomi MIUI Head Appears, "Black Myth: Wukong" Set for ReleaseFriday, August 9, 2024 What's new in the tech world? Let's dive in!Luo Yonghao Addresses "Five Sins," Claims it's for "Dong Yuhuis" and Young People PUA'd by CapitalistsOn August 8th, Luo Yonghao took to Weibo to address recent rumors and accusations surrounding him. A self-proclaimed 20-year friend of Yu Minhong, "Zhang Xiang," had accused Luo of "five sins

Tech News Roundup: Yesterday and Today Luo Yonghao Responds to Controversy, Xiaomi MIUI Head Appears, "Black Myth: Wukong" Set for Release

Friday, August 9, 2024 What's new in the tech world? Let's dive in!

Luo Yonghao Addresses "Five Sins," Claims it's for "Dong Yuhuis" and Young People PUA'd by Capitalists

On August 8th, Luo Yonghao took to Weibo to address recent rumors and accusations surrounding him. A self-proclaimed 20-year friend of Yu Minhong, "Zhang Xiang," had accused Luo of "five sins." In a lengthy post, Luo claimed he was refuting these accusations for the sake of "Dong Yuhuis" and young people being manipulated by capitalists through a "PUA" (Pick-up Artist) approach.

After Resignation Rumors, Xiaomi MIUI Head Jin Fan Makes Public Appearance at Fast App Developer Conference

Recent reports suggested that Jin Fan, Vice President of Xiaomi Group's Mobile Division and Head of MIUI Experience, had resigned. On August 8th, Jin Fan appeared at the 2024 Fast App Developer Conference, squashing the rumors. He stated that MIUI will continue to optimize user experience and actively promote the development of the Fast App ecosystem.

3 Million Follower Influencer Sentenced for Selling Counterfeit Goods, Sales Reached 670,000 Yuan

According to the Xiaoshan Daily, the Hangzhou Xiaoshan District People's Court recently concluded a trial on a case involving a prominent influencer selling counterfeit goods. Five defendants were sentenced, including a well-known influencer with 3 million followers on short video platforms. Due to the severity of the crime, this influencer was sentenced to a prison term of at least three years. This incident serves as a reminder for online influencers to adhere to legal regulations and conduct business with integrity.

Domestic 3A Title "Black Myth: Wukong" Final Trailer Released, Official Launch on August 20th

The highly anticipated domestic 3A game "Black Myth: Wukong" is scheduled for release on August 20th. On August 8th, the official final trailer was released, showcasing new transformation characters, plot animation, and the unveiling of the Four Heavenly Kings, sparking enthusiastic anticipation among players.

Car Owners Report Nezha Vehicles Being Denied Insurance or Facing Higher Premiums Due to High Ride-Hailing Incident Rates

Recently, numerous Nezha car owners have reported experiencing significant increases in their insurance premiums or even being denied coverage by multiple insurance companies. Reports indicate that this is due to the high number of Nezha vehicles being used as ride-hailing vehicles, which have a higher accident rate. This incident has brought attention to concerns about ride-hailing safety and insurance.

Apple iPhone 16 Mockup Video Shows Off: Blue, Pink, White, Black, and Green Colors

YouTube influencer AaronZollo released a new video on August 7th, offering a hands-on experience with a mockup of the standard Apple iPhone 16. The video showcased five colors: blue, pink, white, black, and green. While the iPhone 16's design appears similar to its predecessor, the color options are noticeably more vibrant.

Customers Masters Degree Certificate Damaged by SF Express, SF Responds with "Damage Due to Machine Compression"

On August 8th, the hashtag "Master's Degree Certificate Damaged by SF Express" trended on Weibo. In response, SF Express Group stated that the incident was caused by damage due to machine compression during the transportation process. SF Express expressed their willingness to communicate with the customer and address the matter appropriately.

Li Auto L9 Experiences Another Highway Emergency Brake, After-Sales Claims "Fault Caused by External Forces"

According to "Nine-Party News," on August 3rd, Ms. Liu from Changsha and her family of four were driving their newly purchased Li Auto L9 when the vehicle suddenly came to a halt on the Chang-Liu Highway. In response, Li Auto's after-sales team claimed that the fault was caused by external forces. This incident once again raises concerns about the safety of electric vehicles.

Domestic Fuel Prices See Biggest Drop This Year, Filling a Tank with 92 Octane Gasoline Saves 12 Yuan

On August 8th, the National Development and Reform Commission announced that international oil prices had fallen during the current refined oil price adjustment cycle (July 25th August 7th). Starting from 24:00 on August 8th, domestic gasoline and diesel prices will be reduced by 305 yuan and 290 yuan per ton, respectively. On average nationwide, 92 octane gasoline, 95 octane gasoline, and No. 0 diesel will be reduced by 0.24 yuan, 0.25 yuan, and 0.25 yuan per liter, respectively. Based on an estimated 50-liter tank capacity for typical passenger cars, filling a tank with 92 octane gasoline will save 12 yuan.

China Unicom Launches China/Singapore Dual SIM Service on Phone Card, Offering Up to 60GB Shared Data Between Countries

On August 7th, China Unicom held a new product launch event in Singapore, introducing the innovative cross-border communication product, CUniqSG. This product offers a "dual SIM" service, enabling users to acquire both Singaporean and Chinese mobile numbers with a single phone card. Users can enjoy data, voice, and SMS services in both China and Singapore.

Reports Suggest Xiaomi is Investigating Various Fast Charging Solutions, Including 7500mAh + 100W Fast Charging

Blogger @DigitalChatStation reported on August 8th that Xiaomi is currently researching various battery fast charging solutions, including options such as 7500mAh + 100W fast charging. In comparison, Xiaomi's current flagship models, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra with 5300mAh battery and Xiaomi MIXFold4 with 5100mAh Jin Sha Jiang 3D battery, are significantly lower in capacity.

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