AI Pulse

Hoto originated from a desire for innovation in the home tools sector. Lidan Liu, the CEO and founder, transitioned from her consultancy role because she found existing tools uninteresting and overly targeted at professional users. This led to the establishment of iMonkey Technology in collaboration with Xiaomi, allowing her to produce her own line of […]

Distinguishing between the current state of artificial intelligence (AI) and the exaggerated claims surrounding it can be challenging. To address this, the AI Hype Index has been developed as a straightforward guide to understanding the industry landscape. Last year, author Joanna Maciejewska garnered significant attention on social media, expressing a desire for AI to handle

Xiaomi’s spin-off brand Poco has announced a collaboration with Bose to enhance its new F8 smartphone series, aiming to differentiate its offerings in a competitive market. The F8 Pro and F8 Ultra models both include dual stereo speakers that have been specifically tuned by Bose. The F8 Ultra further distinguishes itself by featuring an additional

Qualcomm has introduced its new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, designed as a more affordable alternative to the high-end Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 unveiled in November. This updated version maintains the same core features but shows some reductions in performance. In comparison to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 released in 2023, Qualcomm claims the

Uber and WeRide have begun deploying fully driverless vehicles as part of their robotaxi service in the United Arab Emirates. Customers in Abu Dhabi who request an UberX or Uber Comfort may find themselves matched with a fully autonomous WeRide vehicle, provided the requested route falls within the company’s designated service area. The collaboration between

Wyze has introduced a new security solution with its Window Cam, designed to monitor outdoor spaces from inside the home. This product eliminates the need for batteries, Wi-Fi extenders, external power outlets, or weatherproofing. Although Wyze already sells mounts for indoor cameras, the Window Cam is specifically designed for monitoring through windows, incorporating features to

Perplexity is enhancing its AI shopping feature in preparation for the upcoming holiday season, similar to initiatives by OpenAI and Google. This new AI-powered shopping tool, currently available for users in the United States, allows individuals to type in specific product queries and refine their searches through follow-up questions. Results are presented as product cards

Paramount Plus has announced a price increase set to take effect on January 15, 2026. The ad-supported Essential plan will rise from $7.99 to $8.99 per month, while the ad-free Premium plan will increase from $12.99 to $13.99. In light of this upcoming change, the service is currently offering a promotional deal for Black Friday,

Campbell’s Soup Company has publicly stated that its soups do not contain 3D-printed chicken, lab-grown chicken, or any form of bioengineered meat. This clarification followed the release of leaked audio in which a company vice president allegedly mentions that Campbell’s meat “came from a 3D printer.” The company addressed the claims on its website, asserting

The House Energy and Commerce Committee has introduced a set of 19 bills focusing on the protection of children and teens online. This move signals a significant legislative effort regarding internet regulation as Congress grapples with issues surrounding online speech rights. The subcommittee on commerce is scheduled to review these bills, including the contentious Kids