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(Video) 'Duo' is The Personal AI Butler Who Lives Inside Your Mirror
[Product]
2017/04/10 11:29
Duo is a ’part mirror—all computer,’ AI device that operates from beyond your own reflection. unlike a standalone speaker such as google assistant, from the surface duo looks and works like a simple mirror, yet the 27” reflective display conceals a smart computer that lets you connect your home devices or simply use the feature as an all-purpose entertainment hub. the touch-sensitive mirror...
Otonomo Raises $25M to Help Automakers Make Money from Connected Cars
[Investing]
2017/04/10 11:29
It’s no secret that data is the hot new revenue source for automakers, who are seeing additional profit opportunities bloom as vehicles become more connected and they can retrieve a ton of useful data that’s incredibly valuable when deployed correctly. Israeli startup otonomo has been on top of that trend since its founding in 2015, with nine automakers worldwide using its platform to feed a...
(Video) Fever Scout Wireless Stick-On Thermometer FDA Cleared
[Product]
2017/04/10 11:29
VivaLnk, a firm based in Santa Clara, California, won FDA clearance to introduce its Fever Scout stick-on wireless thermometer. The device, after being stuck to the skin, is designed to be transmit measurements to a tablet or smartphone. Readings can be checked at any time and those taken previously are also available for review.Though the temperature readings show up on a tablet or smartphone,...
ROOBO BeanQ Robot Wins Best of The Best at Red Dot Award 2017
[Design]
2017/04/10 11:29
Established in 2014, beijing intelligent steward co., ltd. (ROOBO) is dedicated to holistically becoming a world leader within the field of artificial intelligence (AI) solution systems, products and services. through in-depth research and constant experimentation to widen their knowledge of AI, the brand has invented many high intelligent robots and consumer hardware over the recent years, inc...
(Patent) Apple Hints at Waterproof AirPods Case Capable of Charging iPhone, Apple Watch
[Tech]
2017/04/09 17:45
A patent application from Apple details the possibility of a future AirPods case design doubling as a wireless charging dock for the iPhone and Apple Watch. The patent was part of a dump of 250 Apple patent applications from the US Patent Office late last month and discovered by Patently Apple…The patent application depicts the AirPods charging case doubling as a charger for a variety of produ...
BCG - Get Ready for Industrialized Additive Manufacturing
[Business]
2017/04/09 17:44
Additive manufacturing (AM), commonly known as 3D printing, is on the verge of being widely adopted in industrial manufacturing. The world’s top companies have taken notice and are making ambitious moves to capture their share of its potentially huge value. General Electric, for example, has acquired two of the leading companies that specialize in metal-based AM technology. BMW, GE, Google, an...
(Video) Adidas Taps New Manufacturing Method to Take 3D-Printed Shoes Mainstream - FUTURECRAFT 4D
[Tech]
2017/04/09 17:44
To begin with, 5,000 pairs of the x will become available later this year.Some big names in the footwear realm are exploring the potential of 3D printing to give their shoes an edge, including Nike, New Balance and Under Armor. Adidas is one that seems to be pretty much sold on its value, and has today revealed the first shoes it will mass-produce using the emerging manufacturing method.Adidas'...
(Infographic) The Race For AI : Top Acquirer of AI Startups
[Investing]
2017/04/09 17:44
Around 46% of the AI companies acquired since 2012 have had VC backing.Corporate giants like Google, IBM, Yahoo, Intel, Apple and Salesforce are competing in the race to acquire private AI companies, with Ford, Samsung, GE, and Uber emerging as new entrants. Over 200 private companies using AI algorithms across different verticals have been acquired since 2012, with over 30 acquisitions taking...
Our Favorite Weird Futuristic Visions from Kaspersky's 2050.Earth
[Tech]
2017/04/09 17:43
Self-driving cars are frequently mentioned - but not in good terms. Espionage, privacy invasion , blackmail and hacking seem to be common themes.Anti-virus and cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab has released an esoteric collaborative art project that sets its sights on what the world will be like in 2050. Artists, futurists and scientists have been asked to contribute their predictions on life in...
