It was amazing how close they were to copying a real iPhone in terms of the hardware design, but it was always funny to see them run a version of Android. They were selling them for $10 a pop as well. It's incredible to check out these electronic markets in China and see the effort that goes into these fakes.
Yeah, that's the most incredible part for me: I just can't understand the economics that allow such low prices. Every time I read about it, I get strong Neuromancer vibes.
See also Bunnie Huang's analysis of a $12 phone, back in 2013: https://www.bunniestudios.com/blog/?page_id=3107
And his follow-up essay about the Chinese "open-source" (quotes very much needed) model: https://www.bunniestudios.com/blog/?p=4297
All right. I need to think about these things, and life in general.
Maybe that's the answer to Dark Matter, the interior of a black hole, and dare I say it?... the Big Bang itself. Just... tiny... used... underwear.
https://youtu.be/uWzRvwg9z3E?t=105
We are talking Stormtroopers doing Single Ladies. They are also found twerking. Seriously?
That needs some consideration. :)
http://1.media.dorkly.cvcdn.com/49/88/218a3fcaad60f3ab12f55e...
How is that even possible? The raw materials almost have to cost more than that on the market.