Reinventing the Millennium.

Chapter 748 Sony Gift Package (Two in One)

Flying from the capital to New York, because a group of people on the flight had been chatting about Internet topics and didn't have much rest, so it happened to be jet lagged when we arrived.

Fang Zhuo was more used to this, and he felt refreshed when he woke up.

When he sat in Mr. Yu's office, the itinerary was immediately placed on the table.

During this trip to the United States, there are many people and companies to communicate with, such as Google, Qualcomm, Sharp, and Sony. In addition, social networking Facebook and the budding Twitter are also planned.

Sony needs to be singled out.

Brother Stringer has urged to meet several times on the phone, mainly for the cooperation of the Sony CMOS sensor project.

From last year to the present, the team instructed by Fang Zhuo has been discussing cooperation with Sony, but the differences between the two parties are relatively large.

Sony insisted on putting the production line in Tokyo, while Fang Zhuo proposed that the production line should be in China, or even set up a technology center, but Sony did not agree.

The progress of the negotiations between the two sides has been deadlocked.

But Sony's situation this year is not very good. PS3 has been caught in suspicion of counterfeiting, and tickets have been skipped. Other projects have also been challenged. Therefore, they have made some concessions on the cooperation of the CMOS project and are willing to set up a research and development center in Luzhou, China.

However, Sony backed down, and the team formed by Yike and Bingxin hesitated instead.

According to the report in Fang Zhuo's hands, several experts are discussing whether it is necessary to spend this money, and Sony's CMOS technical strength is not the best in the world today. The directorship can only be discussed with one of them.

The tone of the expert's statement is relatively straightforward, and he feels that the label of Sony director hinders judgment.

Regarding CMOS technical experts, there are only two or three big cats and small cats in the whole country, including a small team in Shencheng who came back from the United States to start a business, and they were all recruited by Yike.

Fang Zhuo has always respected the opinions of experts in the technical field, so he acquiesced in the slowdown of the negotiation progress and contact with Sony's competitor Canon.

There are no impervious walls in the world.

This matter was reported to Stringer, and he called Mr. Fang himself.

Fang Zhuo was also very helpless about this: "Canon is the number one in CMOS."

Stringer was rather dissatisfied: "Mr. Fang, you are a director of Sony. Our cooperation in the music field is so good. Canon is a competitor. How can you do this?"

Fang Zhuo was still very helpless: "Yes, I also want to try my best to promote the further cooperation between Yike and Sony, but... Canon is the number one in the world."

Stringer emphasized: "President Fang, you are a director of Sony!"

"Wai Dong, Wai Dong." Fang Zhuo reminded him on the phone.

Stringer also understood. He was too sober on the phone, so he could only rush to talk about meeting and communicating.

Fang Zhuo actually has a complicated attitude towards sensor cooperation.

One is that he didn't understand this aspect from the beginning to the end, and the other is that he seems to have an impression of Sony sensors.

Therefore, the words of experts are worthy of attention, and decisions must be made in light of the actual situation.

What is certain is that Canon is indeed the world's No. [-] in the CMOS field, but how much does this No. [-] have to do with EKON?
For example, Canon has 100 yuan, it is only willing to give 30, and Sony has 80 yuan, it is willing to give 50.

If the former can’t give more, Fang Zhuo wants Sony to give 70—judging from Stringer’s attitude, he, the leader, is willing to promote more cooperation to provide highlights for his management and operation.

Because Stringer is in New York, not far away, Fang Zhuo asked his secretary to inquire about the appropriate time to contact other companies, then contacted the old jazz, and went directly to Sony headquarters.

Although the cooperation on the CMOS project was deadlocked, the old Jazz showed some displeasure on the phone, but Fang Zhuo still received a warm reception after he arrived.

Stringer's general perception of the other party is rather subtle, not only feeling that this is his own person, but also feeling that this person is a little far away.

Fortunately, the most important point is that Mr. Fang, the foreign director, has always been with him, and Yi Ke's cooperation in music is generally smooth.

Stringer exchanged pleasantries for a while, and directly mentioned the sensor project cooperation.

"Mr. Fang, the cooperation between Yike and Sony has always been happy. Music and Android companies are like this. This kind of happiness can continue and there is room for growth."

"Sony and Canon are fiercely competing in the camera market, aren't you an enemy?"

"Aren't you disregarding our friendship by doing this?"

Stringer looked displeased after restraining his smile.

"Sir, you know, I'm definitely happy to promote cooperation with Sony in many fields, not to mention sensors, even if you want to sell this building to me, I can seriously consider it." Fang Zhuo spread his hands, "But, we all Use professional judgment."

He continued: "I actually didn't want to talk about this when I came here today. I just came to New York and wanted to drink tea with the Jazz. This kind of project cooperation is left to the team below to discuss. It will not hurt our friendship if it is successful or not. "

Stringer frowned. He really respected professional judgment, but it was professional judgment that showed that Canon's CMOS was stronger, and its contact with Yike was also relatively ambiguous. However, Sony was more eager for cash cooperation.

Yike has money, and Sony has technology.

Wouldn't the combination of the two complement Canon's CMOS position?

the most important is……

According to Stringer’s judgment, Yike’s demand is to develop CMOS technology for mobile phones, while Sony’s team’s analysis is that the technical direction of mobile terminals is a way for the company to surpass Canon.

Canon's current CMOS is concentrated in the camera field, and it seems that there is no major strategy to transfer to the mobile terminal.

Stringer knew Mr. Fang's determination to make mobile phones, and he didn't want this determination to stir up the CMOS market and cause a chain reaction.

He didn't intend to show the company's judgment in this regard, and asked after careful consideration: "What if Sony is willing to put the production line in China?"

"Why did you go so early?" Fang Zhuo shook his head slightly and emphasized, "Sir, to be honest, it's not a question of the production line, but a question of technical strength. It's hard for me to judge which side is more suitable for Yike's cooperation."

Stringer showed his hole cards, but calmed down: "Mr. Fang, don't talk about our friendship, just talk about this cooperation. I know what you think as a Chinese person."

Fang Zhuo was slightly taken aback, and said with a smile, "Sir is going to start lobbying me."

Stringer shrugged: "I know that Chinese people like you want to introduce technology back to China, and then digest and absorb it."

He stared at the oriental man in front of him, looked at Mr. Fang's expression, and said with a smile: "Isn't it?"

Fang Zhuo thinks that he has not shown such an inclination too much. In fact, he still proceeds from the interests of cooperation, but it is not impossible to say this.

He murmured, "So what if it is? So what if it's not?"

"It's not that good. I can only say that Sony's willingness to cooperate and share technology must be greater than Canon's sincerity. After all, you are our external director, and after all, you can see the push of Sony's chairman." Skin Ge said, "A production line + a technology center, isn't that enough? If it's not enough, then let's not talk about this topic and start talking about the next topic."

As a British person, how do you view the cooperation of Japanese technology with China?
There are pros and cons.

As for the disadvantages, even if it can be digested and absorbed, when did it happen?

Stringer doesn't think he can see this day in his tenure. On the contrary, Sony, which has been somewhat stretched recently, can move forward quickly in this project field after receiving funding.

Seeing the old jazz's statement, Fang Zhuo simply said, "Canon is out."

He took a sip of tea and asked, "There's another topic?"

Stringer's face became serious: "We plan to lobby for anti-dumping of China LCD TVs."

"This..." Fang Zhuo was a little surprised, turned his thoughts, and asked, "Do you want to talk to me about this topic? Or do you need me to find relevant industry personnel from Huaxia?"

"Your TVs are sold too cheaply. After BOE started production at the end of last month, you continued to lower the price. This is not acceptable." Stringer warned seriously, "If you don't raise the price, this matter will be ruined." There's nothing to talk about."

Fang Zhuo pointed to his nose: "Did you really tell me?"

"Aren't there two brands of TVs in your country connected to Wal-Mart and other terminals through Yike's channels?" Stringer asked, "After Sony calculated the cost, it found that your TVs barely make money after crossing the ocean. What is the picture? "

It hardly makes any money, but it still makes money.

This is Changhong's small profits but quick turnover.

Moreover, for more than a year after Yike took over, it was for the purpose of clearing the warehouse and dumping the goods. It really didn't make money, but it opened up more sales.

In comparison, Meiling LCD TVs that have just joined overseas channels are more profitable.

Fang Zhuo thought about it, and said truthfully: "This matter has nothing to do with me, I just help out."

"This has a lot to do with Sony," Stringer stressed.

As of the end of May, Sony was having trouble with both LCD and CRT TVs, and that was stirring the mood inside the company.

Fang Zhuo was a little dumbfounded: "It's useless for you to tell me. It is impossible for Huaxia companies to give up overseas markets. I may be able to give them some advice, but it is impossible to persuade them."

Stringer regretted: "Then they are definitely in trouble."

Fang Zhuo was not sure about the seriousness of the news, so he planned to report it to Zhang Xuebin and let him make the judgment.

He looked at the old jazz's serious face, as if this negotiation was more important than CMOS just now.

But in fact, I am indeed a little more out of it in this regard.

He chatted for a few more words, pondered for a while, and contacted Zhang Xuebin on the spot to set up a line to communicate about this matter, but the two sides were considered to be the most direct conflict of interest, and I am afraid it would be difficult to back down.

After talking about the two main matters of the old jazz, the whole person became more relaxed, and turned to chatting about the Android company he jointly owned.

Google has approached Sony in order to establish the Open Handset Alliance, and Stringer has no reason to disagree. However, Google has also expressed great interest in Sony's Android shares and is willing to charge a high price.

Stringer was not very satisfied because of the CMOS cooperation before, and the news has not been released until now.

"Mr. Fang, are you interested in this Sony stake?" Stringer asked.

Fang Zhuo nodded: "Of course I'm interested."

Stringer smiled slightly, and said narrowly and coldly: "That depends on the bidding between you and Google."

Sony didn't spend a penny on Android shares. It just packaged and authorized the mobile phone patents to Yike, thus holding 17% of the shares.

Now these shares have become meat and potatoes.

Stringer felt that this was a huge profit, and it would allow Sony to make a good fortune.

The expression on Fang Zhuo's face was a bit complicated. He first pointed out the origin of Sony's shares, and then sighed: "Sir, your backhand sale of shares is so beautiful, whether you sell it to Google in the end, Yi Regardless of whether it is a science, this kind of beautiful operation must come to my Quora to answer questions, this is the way of business.”

Stringer laughed: "No problem, Quora is interesting."

"I'm interested in this share." Fang Zhuoning said divinely, "How does Google bid?"

Stringer opened his right hand and showed five fingers.

5000 million!
The value is more than three times what it was before!

Fang Zhuo frowned slightly. This was a temporary expense. If Yikelai was to pay for the acquisition, the product supply chain and various research and development funds would have to be squeezed. Especially, the research and development of the mobile phone project is very tight now. It's good to move the stock.

He agreed straight away: "Sir, no problem, I will pay 5500 million, and I will guarantee that the system developed by this company will remain free and open, and will not hinder the use of Sony mobile phones in any way."

Stringer smiled: "Boss Fang, you don't mind if I ask Google for the price with this price?"

Fang Zhuo's face remained unchanged: "It should mean that it will not have any impact on our friendship."

Stringer nodded slightly: "Mr. Fang, I believe Yi Ke will be more courageous in the end."

Fang Zhuo only smiled and didn't say anything more. The old knight wanted money now, so there was no need to say anything more.

After talking about the matter, Fang Zhuo listened to Stringer brag about the effect of Sony's transformation since 06, and ended his trip to Sony with a polite compliment.

After leaving the building, Fang Zhuo sat in the car and looked back at the Sony headquarters. The building still looks very beautiful. In two years, we will see what price the old Jazz is willing to accept.

……

I opened a Sony gift bag for half a day in the morning, and met another Japanese manufacturer, Sharp, seamlessly in the afternoon.

Sharp’s contact with the capacitive screen was also contacted when he went to Tokyo to participate in the Sony board of directors, and has maintained cooperation until now. Yike clearly knows the progress of Sharp’s capacitive screen from laboratory to trial production to now close to mass production.

But Fang Zhuo saw that Sharp’s person in charge in the United States, Miyamoto Ichiro, wanted to inquire about competitors in addition to understanding the relevant progress.

"Mr. Miyamoto, I heard that Apple is also cooperating with Sharp. Is there such a thing?" Fang Zhuo asked after talking about his family.

Ichiro Miyamoto said naturally: "Many manufacturers are interested in our screens, and I am not responsible for this."

Fang Zhuo guessed, "How big is the screen? 3 inches? 3.1? 3.2?"

Ichiro Miyamoto replied seriously: "Mr. Fang, I really don't know. Moreover, we keep customer information strictly confidential, and we need to sign a confidentiality agreement. Violations will have serious consequences."

Fang Zhuo asked again: "Then have you signed with Apple?"

"Sign, um, cough, um, what did Boss Fang ask just now?" Ichiro Miyamoto coughed twice.

"What I'm asking is, I heard that Apple's screen is going to be bigger. If possible, I hope it's bigger than that." Fang Zhuo made a request, "You know our competitive relationship, and I've always been friendly to Japanese companies. , Sony is proof, and I hope to maintain a long-term cooperation with Sharp."

Ichiro Miyamoto was lost in thought, and said euphemistically: "I can inquire about the news in the industry, and if I can confirm it, I will convey the request of President Fang to the company."

Fang Zhuo nodded, he was already thinking about how to gain some advantages in the mobile phone competition.

I don't know anything else, but the size of the other party's classic 3.5-inch screen can be determined.

(End of this chapter)