Pocket-size AI: Powerful phones star at China

Tech firms in China are developing AI-powered smartphones capable of executing tasks like ordering food and composing messages via voice commands. However, major apps such as Alibaba, Tencent, and JD.com have restricted access to their platforms for these AI agents, limiting their functionality. Companies like Nubia, Honor, and StepFun are showcasing devices with AI integration at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai.