Popular Video Conferencing App Zoom Limits Access to China Users

New account registration on Zoom is suspended for China-based users, and core features have spotty access without a VPN.

by That's, 26 May 2020

This App Makes Express Delivery a Breeze

In China, express delivery is painfully easy nowadays.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 22 July 2019

Chinese Dating App Tantan Swiped From Multiple App Stores

On April 19, some Tantan users reported that they had come across prostitution advertisements on the dating app.

by Bryan Grogan, 29 April 2019

This Bilingual Map App is a Laowai’s Best Friend in China

Travel in China without the fear of getting lost!

by Matthew Bossons, 14 March 2019

This CCP App Teaches Party Doctrine and Quizzes You

Xuexi Qiangguo is a one-stop shop to learn about President Xi Jinping’s political doctrine, Xi Jinping Thought.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 15 February 2019

Didi Resumes Late-Night Service with Increased Safety Measures  

Only time will tell if their latest safety measures prove to be enough.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 15 September 2018

Didi is Now Recording Audio on All Rides

All Didi rides are now recorded using an in-car audio recording function in the wake of murders of two female passengers.

by Tom Smith, 11 September 2018

Panic Button Upgrade Coming to Didi in Response to Recent Murders

Due to the app upgrades, Didi’s late night car services will be suspended from September 8 to 14.

by Nassir Ali, 07 September 2018

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