0584 Acquisition of Pixar?

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Just when China on the other side of the ocean was boiling over because of the success of "Legend of Blood", the i-buttocks store perfectly detonated countless topics. The reason is naturally not Tony? As Fadell openly declares: iHips is the best and greatest music player in the world, but the record company poses for the whole collaboration!

At a time when the napsters were stirring up the ears of the music industry, the founder Sean? Fanning had also thought about paying $1o million on credit to the record labels for royalties, but the giants had refused, and if they had taken the pragmatic stance they have taken today, perhaps the threat posed by Napster would not have been as severe as it had been in the early days.

And now, they have joined hands with Song Chen, not only allowing Chenxing Technology to sell singles, but also launching them on the market at an unprecedented price.

No need to steal? Save the music? This is indeed a big gimmick full of mission for happy Americans who have their own economy paid for by the people of the world!

When the ihips ES store software is placed on the page of Chenxing Technology for free download, the huge number of users of QQ and the traffic import of the GOOG1E page made the server that had not been tested before by Chenxing Technology be crowded on the spot, and fortunately, the professional download website was responsible for the drainage at that time, otherwise the first day would have to let Chenxing Technology go around without eating.

After the ihips were launched, they created 130,000 downloads on the first day, and a week later, the number of downloads announced on the official website of Chenxing Technology alone created more than one million downloads, and the download sites that drained the traffic were even more unknown.

The record industry is more concerned about the number of sales than downloads, and Patrick and many record bigwigs estimated that they could sell 1oo songs in the next six months before the launch of the ihips.

But the fact is that in just one week, there was a consumer who bought the 1ooo song in the iHips store, and this user from Amarillo, Texas, as the first lucky consumer in the Hips store, received a $10,000 music gift certificate from Chenxing Technology......

Song Chen did not exaggerate on the i-buttocks store, and even the result was far beyond the expectations of the record giant and even Song Chen himself. [Note: When Apple launched the i-buttocks, it was initially supported by its own Apple imanetdos version of the i-buttocks half a year later!] At that time, Apple had less than 5% of the operating system market share, so 10 million sales were based on that! And with the traffic support of goog1e and Chenxing network, this sales should not be an exaggeration! 】

What makes Song Chen and Chenxing Technology even more overjoyed is that their digital music strategy has achieved results, because the music format of the ihips store does not support digital players other than iPods, so the emergence of ihips has greatly boosted the sales of iPods, and the tepid iPods originally sold in major stores are in short supply on Thanksgiving!

No one knows how it came about, but it did!

The channel dealer did not expect that the appearance of ihips would make the iPod suddenly popular, and it was not too much stocking before. The fiery sales of Thanksgiving directly led to their inventory being out of stock, so they could only fax to Chenxing Technology and ask for the goods!

Although Chenxing Technology, including Song Chen himself, was pleasantly surprised to see that the strategy of digital music was effective, he really didn't expect happiness to come so early and so quickly, and the fax of the channel provider made them anxious and helpless, because the sales of iPod was not hot before, so they were more conservative in the production plan - all in all, in addition to the 20,000 units that Foxconn has delivered this month, they need to rearrange the production plan!

Fortunately. Song Chen's overestimation of the director zhìipod has a lot of parts in stock, and these stocks can be made immediately by Foxconn's production line.

What's more, after a year of improving the process, Toshiba can produce 1o million 1.8-inch 5G micro hard drives per month. Chenxing Technology is now finally qualified and confident to independently digest these production capacity!

When Patrick? After hearing about the hot sales results of iHips and iPod, Fraser praised in the face of an interview with a British reporter: "Chenxing Technology has done a great thing, they have come up with a complete system: iHips Store, music management software and iPod. The whole process was very smooth and they packed it all up! More importantly, Song Chen once again proved his unparalleled vision and innovative thinking. This gave us a lot of confidence and more ideas for further cooperation! ”

When the reporter asked what kind of cooperation it was, Patrick? Fraser skillfully dodged and just smiled, "You'll know!" ”

The emergence of ihips and the hot sales of iPods mean that Chenxing Technology has made up for a vital part of the entire ecosystem!

"In the technology world dominated by Indos, the basic strategy of making 'integrated products' is used by almost every product designer outside of technology, but it is not respected in the technology world, especially by hardware manufacturers who already rely on Microsoft systems! For the nascent and immature Chenxing Technology, their tightly integrated hardware and software to create ZΓ o innovation is undoubtedly a tightrope walk at the moment, but once successful, the fruit is also extremely luscious, and the complete shortage of iPods proves this! β€”The Boston Herald.

β€œβ€¦β€¦ History is always strikingly similar, Bill Gates dropped out of school to co-create a software empire; A few years later, Song Chen from China also chose to drop out of school after half a year of college and created an Internet empire! It is clear that the expansion of Chenxing Group in the past three years has been huge enough for technology giants to look at it squarely, especially Microsoft! The shining Chenxing Technology will make this year's new CEO Steve? Ballmer feels a serious threat from the internet giant! - Forbes Magazine

A researcher in the ShiyΓ n room, who focuses on studying the secrets of the rise of Song Chen and the Chenxing Group, believes: "...... From Chenxing Entertainment, which focuses on online game operations, to Chenxing Technology, which deeply integrates software and hardware services, Song Chen's career map is taking shape with an extremely fierce and calm attitude! Judging from the current published figures, the former's large-scale paying crowd is enough to become a cash cow of China Chenxing Group, while the latter has a high gross profit iPod and ihips revenue, which is enough to become a cash cow of the American Chenxing Group! At a time when the global Internet is in capital difficulties, Chenxing Group, which is based on the Internet, is rapidly narrowing its losses, and Yao Hua, CEO of Chenxing Network, is related to the so-called 'women's clothing bet' at next year's annual meeting. Each subsidiary of Chenxing Group obviously has its own clear strategy and positioning, as well as strong execution, which is obviously not possessed by the founders and CEOs who love to show off their wealth before! Chenxing Group is getting stronger and stronger, but there are still so many Internet companies that have gone bankrupt and liquidated in the capital market...... It can be seen from this trend that next year will inevitably be the most active year for capital mergers and acquisitions, and the star galaxy company, which loves to make news and is also the most popular among journalists, is still one of the protagonists next year, which is obviously worth thinking about for many technology companies! ”

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"First of all, I would like to thank you for inviting me to the 'iHip Esstore Shower' last time, this product is amazing! He changed the world! ”

At a snack bar in Palo Alto, Song Chen and Steve? Jobs sat across from each other at a small table outside. Today in Palo Alto, the sun is shining and the weather is sunny, and sitting outside does not make it feel cold.

The tall and thin Jobs leaned back in his chair, took a sip of a latte in one hand, and then looked directly at Song Chen and said lightly: "Just as I had similar thoughts about iPods before, I hips are also the target I have been looking for, but you have taken the lead!" When I say that, you don't believe it! ”

"No!" Song Chen shook his head and said very strictly, "I believe that Apple can create these great products!" Just like you can see. Whether it's the 'i series of products or the design style that requires simplicity, these are the great concepts I learned from Apple's products! ”

Jobs didn't expect Song Chen to think so highly of himself, but he was really happy with Song Chen's humble attitude. He laughed loudly: "I have seen the humility of you Chinese, but you are the first Chinese I like!" I have to say, you flipped my impression of China! ”

Song Chen knew that Jobs had never been to China once, and his impression of China was not as good as that of Malaysia. So this can understand why Apple ignored China in the Jobs era!

Song Chen asked tentatively: "By the way, Mr. Jobs, since Apple has a project similar to iPod, where is it now?" ”

Jobs would not have thought that Song Chen was spying on business. But he was a little surprised that Song Chen would ask this question, and he said rather depressedly, "Jonathan? Ivey and his design team worked hard, but still made me scold a bloody dog! It must be admitted that we have had some setbacks and we are looking for inspiration and direction! ”

After a pause, Jobs looked at Song Chen with a smile and said, "However, our Apple company will still be one of the most important competitors of Chenxing Technology, as well as Microsoft!" Be careful, my dear friend Bill? Gates was angry, he was so surprised that you were able to win over the record company! ”

It seems that Jobs' attention is still on the digital player, which is a bad thing and a good thing at the same time! At least, Song Chen doesn't have to worry about Jobs putting his mind on his smartphone or tablet!

Of course, it can't be ruled out that Jobs is sloppy - he is very good at this!

Song Chen smiled: "Pressure can make people progress, Mr. Jobs!" Microsoft is powerful enough to make Chenxing Technology tremble up and down, and dare not be negligent! ”

Glancing at Song Chen in surprise, Jobs said thoughtfully: "As the founder of the company, you are very cautious Mr. Song Chen!" Well, you're not here today to talk to me! ”

"I think it's a good thing to chat with you, after all, we have the same tastes and pursuits!" Song Chen smiled lightly. When Jobs looked at him with a smiling gaze, Song Chen touched his nose and laughed at himself: "Okay! Two things, both related to your Pixar animation! ”

"Huh?" Jobs was stunned for a moment, then he smiled with a strange expression on his face and asked, "Hey, Song!" I heard that you have just received approval from the UK regulator to acquire an equity stake in ARM from Legg Mason Group! Could it be that you're now in love with Pixar again? ”

Unexpectedly, Jobs's joke really got a positive response from Song Chen.

Song Chen smiled: "If you agree, I am indeed willing to buy Pixar Animation Studios!" ”

Jobs smiled dumbly: "I know you have a lot of cash assets in your hands!" Without considering the reaction of the U.S. government, I don't see what Pixar is really useful to you! ”

Staring at Jobs' reaction, Song Chen asked instead of answering: "If I am willing to bid." Will you sell? ”

Song Chen's serious attitude made Jobs lose his mind for a moment, and then he pondered for a moment and said refreshingly: "I am a businessman, as long as the price is reasonable, of course I will not refuse!" ”

"Except for Apple?" Song Chen said with a smile.

I didn't expect Song Chen to know himself so well, what he said just now was serious! Jobs was both surprised and delighted: "Yes, except for Apple, I have unforgettable feelings for this company!" I've already lost it once, and definitely don't want to lose a second time! ”

Song Chen smiled and said, "I'm going to immigrate to the United States next year, and I hope to talk to you about the acquisition of Pixar at that time!" ”

It turned out that Song Chen planned to immigrate to the United States...... Obviously, the government's response will be much smaller. Moreover, Song Chen also brought the rich assets of Chenxing Group, and the US government will not only not obstruct it, but may also add fuel to the fire! Thinking about this, Jobs nodded: "Ok, I understand!" ”

"Second thing!" Song Chen pondered for a moment, "I plan to entrust Pixar Animation to help me make a script and animation about the love between Brother Q and Sister Q!" ”

Song Chen's words made Steve? Jobs was taken aback, and then realized that Song Chen's identity was not only the chairman of Chenxing Technology, but also the chairman of Chenxing Network! And the reason why he made the decision to acquire Pixar Animation is obviously very related to Chenxing Network, and it is well thought out!

This boy. Like a fan!

"How could I refuse the business delivered to the door!" Jobs laughed, "I'll introduce John?" You are contacted by Lasseter, who is one of the few CEOs who has blended art and technology. I love him so much, I think you must be like me! ”

"Of course!"

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In 2ooo, the global financial crisis caused by the NASDAQ stock market crash from industry to the entire economic system continued to ferment.

In the same year, the Internet companies that once made the Nasdaq a storm disappeared. These include more than a dozen large companies with stock assets of more than one billion, hundreds of listed companies and thousands of companies...... The reason for the Nasdaq's collapse is sober: when investors around the world get their hands on a stock listed on the Nasdaq, they are the next to take over. But it's still in my mother's womb!

When the stock market is expected to no longer rise, the first two years of accumulated profits began to withdraw funds, the domino effect appeared, after the middle of 2ooo, Lucent, Nokia, Nortel Networks successively issued a warning that revenue was not as expected, leading to a sharp decline in network fiber stocks.

Immediately afterwards, the company's collapse and the reduction of IT spending by American companies in the past 1o years have put Sun, Intel, and Cisco under huge inventory pressure!

Christmas 2ooo was originally the peak season for technology products, but it turned out to be a series of warnings of downward revision predictions, including Motorola, Intel, Cisco, and Amazon successively issued layoff notices!

Success is also a network, defeat is also a network

In the NASDAQ storm, a new globalized society has emerged that has never been seen before, crossing borders and governments, and operating with its own logic (the business rules of the technology industry)!

In the history since World War II, there has never been a single government or event that has been involved in so many foreign companies, entrepreneurs, and trillions of dollars in funds, forming a multinational group that communicates unhindered in the language of "forced T", "byte", and "mhz".

A mistake in the world's technology industry will affect the NASDAQ, for example, the 9.21 earthquake in Taiwan caused the NASDAQ stock market to fall. According to the statistics of the British "Economist" magazine, the rise and fall of the Nasdaq stock market in the United States is O.85 with European technology stocks, and the correlation with Asian technology stocks is O.75, compared with the influence of 5 years ago, the growth is as high as 50%.

With such a high degree of correlation, the semiconductor, communications, network equipment, software and PC industries in the Internet supply chain have long had an efficient international division of labor, and because of the pursuit of the highest efficiency, they are produced in different countries, but they all coincidentally raise funds in the US stock market.

Flipping through the list, the two major stock exchanges of the United States, NASDAQ and NYSE, have become another "United Nations" in the non-war era, Finland's Nokia, France's A1NETORTE1, China's China Unicom and Chenxing, Britain's Vodafone (the world's largest mobile communications company), Taiwan's Hexin Media, Sweden's Ericsson, and Japan's NTTDOO......

Through the Internet, they know their stock prices at any time, carry out supply chain management, inquire about various raw material quotes, and remit funds to carry out cross-border mergers and acquisitions and investments.

The NASDAQ storm revealed the industrial logic and rise and fall here, and at any time to obtain the consensus of the world's "instant vote", any country and government must see the world trend in this force and formulate policies that follow the trend, otherwise it will be ignored and punished by the globalized society. (To be continued......)