Rebirth 09: Synthetic Male God

Chapter 1035: Overwhelming Product Strength
Zhou Rui did not tell other friends in Qinghe County about his encounter with Zhang Xin.

He guessed that Zhang Xin didn't want to reveal his current situation through other people's mouths.

Maybe one day in the future, Zhang Xin will appear in front of us himself and tell us more stories frankly. In fact, we all have his contact information.

That night, at a five-star hotel in Hangzhou.

The Fu Rui Group has reserved five entire floors here, and even the most basic employees live here for easy management.

Zhou Rui lived in the suite on the top floor.

There was the sound of shower water coming from the bathroom. It was obviously Mr. Zhou's secretary who was preparing to report on her work.

Zhou Rui was browsing on his phone on the balcony chair, and the 5°C cold wind did not have much effect on him.

As expected, the CHITEC has become the global focus during this period, and the two technologies of "Fu Rui Group" have become the focus of the CHITEC.

"Hibernation virus" and "human brain-modifying compounds" are both inherently controversial and "radical technologies" that many people are afraid of, and have aroused considerable discussion.

However, the response was much better than Zhou Rui had expected. All major media outlets had a feeling that "what Master Zhou did was reasonable" and "what Master Zhou did should not cause any safety issues."

There was even a European program where the host said: "If it was anyone else claiming that they were studying the virus, I would protest. If it was 'Zhou Rui', I think we can embrace the future."

Facts have proved that Master Zhou Rui's judgment was correct, especially when the reputation represented by the two words "Zhou Rui" was taken into consideration, everyone's reaction would not be too negative.

With the widespread and relatively positive response, Zhou Rui decided to continue to expand the internal use of "Compound No. 2" after returning, and at the same time start new cooperation with Zhongshan Hospital to use "hibernation technology" for terminally ill patients in the form of clinical trials.

Any technology that acts on the human body ultimately requires the support of a large amount of individual data, so that it can go further.

The only concern is that Zhou Rui, as the [Top of Human Mind], has the secondary effect of "Look Up", which will lead to more support and inclination in the areas he focuses on.
This effect has made "space travel" a global hot topic. If "viruses" and "brain modification" are also affected
Well, I can’t be sure for now. On the bright side, maybe it’s “hibernation” and “intellectual development”?

There was the sound of a sliding door behind her, and it seemed that Gan Yuan was ready to report on her daily routine.

The cold wind outside made Gan Yuan shiver: "Boss, it's too cold outside, be careful not to catch a cold."

Zhou Rui didn't argue, he turned around and smiled, "I'm not afraid of the cold, but you, you haven't even dried your hair yet."

Gan Yuan grabbed Zhou Rui's hand and said, "Come on, boss, come back with me."

When Zhou Rui returned to the room, he discovered that the bedroom was very dark, with a few candles lit and flower petals scattered on the bed.

Apparently, someone had arranged this when Zhou Rui was browsing his phone on the balcony just now. The balcony windows were very soundproofed but he didn't even notice it.

Zhou Rui was delighted.

This is the first time I see Xiao Yurou prepare his own chopping board
Zhou Rui pretended to be puzzled and said, "Now that you mention it, I feel a little cold."

Gan Yuan lowered her head slightly. She had just finished a bath and her skin was so tender that you could pinch water out of it. Her cheeks were redder than a candle. She said softly:
"It's warm inside."

"Entry task [Time Management Master], experience value +1, current progress (96/100)"

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The China Hi-Tech Expo is still in full swing, and the theme of the second day is "Communications and 3C".

The "Furu Pavilion" did not have many new tricks today, except for the announcement of several new civilian commercial drones. However, it was still packed with people.

Not to mention the interior, even the heat of the smart unit robotic arm at the door has not yet died down.

The main exhibition area was equally lively. "Communications and 3C" is a hot field that has developed rapidly in recent years. Almost all domestic 3C manufacturers came and announced their new products at the booths.

Major items include mobile phones, computers, and tablets, while minor items include headphones, cameras, translators, etc.

These things are closer to consumers, and in addition to watching the fun, everyone can also truly experience the new products.

The most popular one among them is Huawei. Huawei is also one of the leading companies in this CHITEC, occupying a considerable area in Exhibition Area No. 1.

Apple CEO Cook, surrounded by a group of people, strode into the Huawei exhibition area.

These are their only two current competitors in the world, the other being Samsung from South Korea.

If we take into account the control that European and American capital has over Samsung, we can also exclude it from the list of "rivals", and then the only one left is Huawei, which has risen rapidly in recent years.

Since Huawei is also a communications giant with many more basic patents, it is also one of Apple's technology suppliers. Especially since the other party is also a leader in 5G, the relationship between the two is very complicated...it feels like both an enemy and a friend.

But everything changed more than a month ago.

Ku Ke looked at the newly decorated booth in front of him with an unpleasant expression.

"The new Mate series uses the 'Kirin 99' chip developed in collaboration with Hongxin International and is equipped with a powerful lithium-sulfur battery. The battery space is saved by 70%, making it stronger, lighter and longer-lasting."

He came yesterday, but was told that the new model would be unveiled on the second day under the theme of "Communications and 3C", so this was his second visit.

Although this new model is just some renderings and mockups, Kuke still feels a strong sense of crisis. Unlike Huawei, 3C business is all Apple has, and they have always been the strongest king in this field, occupying a dominant position in the world.

And now, their stuff is about to become second-rate products.

The one who defeats you may not be your competitor, but a guy who has nothing to do and goes to study batteries!

FK! Who can I go to for justice?
"Zhou Rui"! Is it that drones are not selling well, or that there is no place to launch rockets? If you have the ability, go to the moon! Why bother with batteries?
The performance of lithium-sulfur batteries is absolutely overwhelming. For products like mobile phones, the changes they bring are not just about increasing battery life.

Smaller batteries mean more design space.

A more powerful battery means more powerful hardware can be supported.

If you want performance, you stack hardware; if you want thinness, you compress; if you want to take photos, you stack cameras.
You have to know that for a highly integrated product like a mobile phone, every millimeter of internal space is extremely precious.
The worst thing is that even if most of the spare space is used to enhance the function, the battery life of the other party can still exceed that of their iPhone 8 next year.
How can this be played? The product strength is too different! And not only mobile phones, but also tablets and laptops will be affected.

The only advantages it still has are brand value and user ecology, but at most they can guarantee its survival, that's all.

I originally had two legs, and now you cut off one of them. Is it okay if I don't die? Chronic death is not considered death?

This is the biggest crisis he has encountered since he took over as CEO.

I looked at the booth information and found that the other party will release it in the middle of next year, which is still half a year away.
That’s right. Once the battery is changed, many things have to change, including suppliers, which also need to be adjusted. It will take some time to settle.

The next six months may be the time for Apple to save itself
But how to rescue? If the difference is 30% or even 50%, they can try their best, fight hard, and make false claims, and they can barely hold on.

Lithium-sulfur batteries are five times more powerful than current ternary lithium batteries! That’s 500%!

The only way to save yourself is to get the same battery base
Don’t think it will be a one-on-one fight. Once more Chinese manufacturers get their hands on lithium-sulfur batteries, it will turn into a group fight.
A senior executive from the China region behind him couldn't help but say, "We have to find a way to get lithium-sulfur batteries. BYT's approach doesn't work, maybe we can try Master Zhou's."

Originally, many of Apple's products were manufactured by BYD, and they had a good basis for cooperation. However, this time BYD's attitude was very clear: it was not yet ready to supply foreign companies.

We can talk, slowly, maybe the year after next, maybe the Year of the Monkey, anyway we are open to cooperation, mutual benefit and win-win~
"Why can Huawei develop lithium-sulfur batteries so quickly? It seems to be the fastest among all companies."

Ku Ke couldn't help but turn around and glare at him: "Who let you join the company?"

The senior executives from Singapore were quite embarrassed and confused.

Ku Ke said with a little anger:
"Huawei's terminal business manager 'Weigang Zhou' is 'Rui Zhou's' father! If not for him, how can I give it to you? Even I know this."

Both of them looked unhappy, especially Kuke who seemed a little angry. This scene was immediately captured by reporters not far away. It is expected that the news "Kuke looked serious and worried at the Huawei booth" will soon appear.

Sensing the camera, Ku Ke took a deep breath. He didn't have the guts to forcefully ask for photos from a strange reporter on someone else's territory. But he had already fired the Singapore executive.
As he was speaking, an event started at a part of Huawei's booth, which was the unveiling of the "New Meat Series".

In addition to Furui Group, there are many companies that choose to promote their products at this event.

Ku Ke hesitated for a moment, but ultimately did not approach him. Otherwise, it would be easily misinterpreted, and of course he was afraid that he would not be able to control his expression.
After instructing his subordinates to record the entire process, he went to another exhibition area.

The area around Hua Wei's booth was also crowded with people, and it could be said that there was no way to get through.

This place doesn't have a separate area like the Fu Rui Pavilion. Everyone has to stand, like sardines in a can.

An advertising video of the "new model" was played on the big screen. This is indeed a very powerful product. With the support of lithium-sulfur batteries, it has significant performance advantages and a very stylish design. It feels like the beginning of a new product series.

After the video was played, the important guest of the event, the vice president of Huawei Terminal BG Division, was summoned.

"Yu Dong".

He is a little short and his most striking feature is his wide mouth. It can be said that he is not good-looking, but he gives people the impression that he is a very energetic person.

"This time, almost all the best companies in China came, and many of them released important news. I was shocked by the Furui Group yesterday. I thought the news was wrong."

"What we bring today is a brand new flagship phone equipped with the latest lithium-sulfur battery!"

"Endurance! Far ahead!"

"Processor power! Way ahead!"

"Far ahead!"

On the side of the stands, two figures stood together, watching from afar.

"How many times did he say 'far ahead'? Since you came all the way here, I thought you were going to speak up."

"Forget about it. I don't like to be in the spotlight. Yu Dong is very capable. I will be promoted to the board of directors next year, and the terminal BG will be handed over to Xiao Yu."

Zhou Weigang looked at his son and said, "Besides, whenever I appear in the news, I am always compared with you. I am inferior to you in every way. Don't you think it's infuriating?"

Although he said so, Zhou Weigang's face was full of smug smile.

(End of this chapter)