There is some truth in this interesting piece, but the dichotomy between Shanzhai (cheap) and High-end American-like Internet cultures should be somewhat soften

There is some truth in this interesting piece, but the dichotomy between Shanzhai (cheap) and High-end American-like Internet cultures should be somewhat softened. For example, the migrant workers are attracted by the more educated part of the society and their deepest wish is often that their offspring will be part of the higher society (eg will own iPads).