Xiaomi, valued at $45 billion, is 3rd largest smartphone maker
Chinese smartphone makers are on the move. Xiaomi, Huawei, OnePlus could pose a serious challenge to Samsung, LG, and Apple.
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Loreto Bay condo project, construction finally resume (Photos)
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