Let’s quickly go through what happened in the tech world over the past 24 hours.

First off, Microsoft is making waves with a bold move in China that’s got everyone talking.

But hold onto your chips, because Huawei’s not backing down. There’s buzz about their new Kirin processor, which might just give Snapdragon a run for its money. Can they pull it off despite the odds?

Meanwhile, Xiaomi’s throwing a party, and you’re invited! They’re celebrating a decade in India with some tantalizing new product launches.

Finally, CMF is here to prove you wrong. Their new Phone 1 is turning heads with a feature that’ll let you change its look faster than you can say “customizable back panel.”

More details on the above stories are in today’s roundup below.

Microsoft bans Android in China Office, mandates iPhones for work

Microsoft is making a significant policy change for its employees in China. Starting this September, iPhones will become the mandated device for work purposes, effectively barring Android phones from accessing company resources. An internal memo obtained by Bloomberg News cites security concerns as the primary reason for this shift.

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Kirin 9100 to surpass Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in terms of performance, claims tipster

There are rumors that the Kirin 9100 could mark a significant performance leap for the Chinese tech giant. However, there are doubts about this since Huawei and its chip manufacturer, SMIC, lack the latest chip manufacturing infrastructure due to the US trade ban.

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Xiaomi India celebrates 10th anniversary, new products launch on July 9

Xiaomi India is turning 10 and celebrating its 10th anniversary. To mark this milestone, Xiaomi is launching new products on July 9 at 12 PM. The company had previously announced the arrival of these exciting new products on July 9. Additionally, Indian customers can look forward to special discounts in honor of Xiaomi’s anniversary.

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CMF Phone 1 Launched With Customizable Back Panel, 120Hz AMOLED Display and Aggressive Price Tag

CMF Phone 1 was announced yesterday as the Nothing sub-brand’s first-ever smartphone. It is a budget offering and packs impressive specifications and features. The USP of the device is its customizable back panel.

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More Top Stories You Might Have Missed

• Apple will reportedly ditch iPhone 17 Plus for a ‘Slim’ model
• Redmi K70 Ultra to feature TCL’s new C8+ display with 1.5K resolution
• Honor Magic Vs3 design, color variants revealed, will sport periscope telephoto camera
• Xiaomi Mix Fold 4, Xiaomi Mix Flip launching this month, Redmi K70 Ultra may launch alongside

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