Ride-hailing services into residential communities: A balancing act between passenger needs and driver rightsRecently, Didi Chuxing, a major ride-hailing platform in China, launched a public opinion poll on its app, asking users to discuss and vote on the question: Should drivers comply with passengers requests to be dropped off inside residential communities? The move aims to further optimize user experience, revise service regulations, and strike a balance between the rights of passengers and drivers.At the heart of the discussion lies the special nature of ride-hailing services in community settings...

New Phone, Online or In-Store? A Comprehensive Price, Experience, and After-Sale Comparison to Help You Make a Smart Choice!In the midst of the constant evolution of smartphones, have you ever found yourself torn between online and in-store purchases, agonizing over price, experience, and after-sale service? Which approach is truly right for you? Today, we delve into the pros and cons of buying your phone online versus in-store, empowering you to make a wise decision and become a smartphone purchasing expert.I...

Inland Provinces in China Invest Heavily in Canal Construction: Why are Inland Provinces Still Fond of Water Transport in the Era of High-Speed Rail?It is well known that waterway shipping is the most economical mode of transportation. A developed waterway system can generate substantial economic revenue and drive regional overall development...

Women in Space: Challenges and Opportunities Coexist, How Do They Conquer the Stars and Seas?In modern society, women have demonstrated extraordinary talent and courage in all fields, and space exploration is no exception. They work side by side with male astronauts, exploring the vast universe together, contributing to humanity's understanding of space...

Why Does the Qinghai-Tibet Railway Still Use American Locomotives? When Will Domestic Locomotives Be "On Duty"?The Qinghai-Tibet Railway, spanning the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and known as the "Roof of the World", has been in operation for 18 years since its opening in 2006. This railway, considered a marvel of Chinese engineering, connects Xining and Lhasa, bringing once-inaccessible Tibet closer to mainland China...

China's Lithography Dream: The Difficult Journey to Conquer the "Mount Everest" of TechnologyWhy are high-end lithography machines so crucial?What makes manufacturing high-end lithography machines so challenging?The optical system is another challenge. Ordinary lenses cannot focus EUV light, so reflective mirrors are needed...

iPhone 16 Series is Coming Soon: Pro Models Get Major Upgrades, Standard Edition May Be a "Lame Duck"?Recently, tipster MajinBu posted a supposed Apple Fall event invitation on X, with the theme "Ready.Set...

Xiaomi Car Reports Over 60,000 Yuan Loss per Vehicle, Lei Jun: "Building Cars is Hard, But Success Will Be Cool!"On August 21, Lei Jun, founder and CEO of Xiaomi, publicly revealed the quarterly performance of Xiaomi's automotive division for the first time. Subsequently, the topic "Xiaomi loses over 60,000 yuan per car sold" trended on social media...

Foxconn Returns to Henan: The Indian Dream Shattered, Hygiene Issues Prove FatalFoxconn, the electronics giant that once boasted of "creating a more glorious future in India," ultimately returned to Henan with a trail of setbacks. Three years ago, despite pleas from the Henan government, Foxconn resolutely shifted its production lines to India, vowing to break free from China and achieve greater growth in India...

Digital Blueprint for a Smarter Future: 2024 Digital China Summit Focuses on New Trends in Digital Economic DevelopmentData, as a fundamental resource and innovation engine, is playing an increasingly significant role, leading global development towards a more intelligent, efficient, and sustainable direction. To further explore the policy requirements and key areas for promoting the construction of a digital China and fostering new types of productivity, the National Development and Reform Commission's Center for Urban and Small Town Reform and Development will host the "Digital Blueprint for a Smarter Future" exchange event at the 2024 Digital China Summit, which will open on August 28th...

AstribotS1, the AI-Powered Robot Assistant from Stardust Intelligence, Makes Debut at World Robot Conference, Demonstrating "Strongest Operation" and Universal Capabilities Across Various ScenariosThe 2024 World Robot Conference kicked off on August 21st at Beijing Economic and Technological Development Zone's North Star International Convention and Exhibition Center. The conference attracted 27 humanoid robot manufacturers and over 30 companies from the upstream and downstream of the humanoid robot industry chain, marking the largest number of humanoid robot exhibitors in the event's history...

Apple Opens Up NFC: A Balancing Act Between User Convenience and PrivacyApple's decision to finally open up NFC functionality in the upcoming iPhone 16, while seemingly offering users more choice, harbors potential privacy risks. As a veteran tech journalist, I've always been attentive to the impact of smartphone technology on user privacy...