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San Francisco-based firm has been valued at $50 billion by
private investors on the assumption that it could turn its
hundreds of thousands of active drivers into a delivery fleet
that not only transports passengers but also goods.
But in the United States, at least, the company has encountered
stiff competition from startup rivals like Postmates and
e-tailing giants like Amazon Inc.
As part of the Southeast Asian partnership, Uber users will be
able to buy the new Mi Note using the Uber app on July 27, one
day before it goes on sale on Xiaomi's website. The purchase
will be charged on the user's Uber account and the handset will
be delivered shortly thereafter to his or her physical location.
For Xiaomi, a company renowned for its marketing savvy, the
partnership could generate more buzz for a product launch at a
time when it is looking to expand rapidly into markets like
Southeast Asia and India.
(Reporting by Gerry Shih)
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