🎙 The CTR Podcast — 30 August 2026
Your audio digest of China technology news. Today's podcast covers 4 stories.
Latest News
- Poco's X8 Power 5G is set for a September 4 launch, emphasizing ultra-endurance. The device features a massive 10,000mAh battery, promising users up to 3.5 days of operation. This positions it as a stamina-focused contender in the mid-range 5G market.
Read the original story at Poco X8 Power 5G Confirmed for September 4 Launch with Massive 10,000mAh Battery - Chinese automakers are facing regulatory pressure to shift focus from technological hype to foundational manufacturing quality. Authorities demand greater reliability and durability in domestic EVs and smart vehicles, signaling a maturation point for the industry.
Read the original story at Chinese Carmakers Face Regulatory Push: Quality Over Tech Hype - HarmonyOS 6 projects significant expansion, targeting over 100 million devices and 400,000 applications by 2026. This growth aims to solidify its ecosystem dominance across smartphones, wearables, and industrial IoT solutions.
Read the original story at HarmonyOS 6 Targets 100M Devices and 400K Apps by 2026 - BigMe is aggressively entering the Chinese digital reading market with the launch of the B6 Pro e-reader. The device targets early adopters by balancing portability with advanced display technology for superior readability.
Read the original story at BigMe Launches B6 Pro E-Reader, Signaling Aggressive Push in Chinese Digital Reading Market