Xiaomi officially launched its operations in South Korea on Wednesday during its inaugural press conference in Seoul. The Chinese technology company outlined its strategic business plans, which include the introduction of five product categories: smartphones, televisions, wearables, power banks, and robotic vacuum cleaners. This rollout is set to take place over the next few months, concluding by early February. At the event, Xiaomi also showcased two of its latest smartphone models, highlighting its commitment to expanding its presence in the competitive South Korean market.
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Original from TechNode.com: Xiaomi enters the South Korean market with plans to open offline stores
Xiaomi enters the South Korean market with plans to open offline stores
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