May 2013
8 posts
LinkedIn Channels Now On Pulse!
We’ve been busy the past few weeks: not only have we added LinkedIn sharing to our iOS and Android apps, we’ve also been dreaming up fresh, exciting ways to bring you amazing content. It just so happens that our new partner in crime is producing and curating top-notch professional articles, so the future of Pulse is looking bright indeed.
You’ve already been enjoying some of LinkedIn’s great...
New On Pulse
This past Friday, the Pulse team stopped by LinkedIn’s SF office to meet another member of our new family: SlideShare. The presentation-sharing network has a thriving community—and with more than ten million uploads under their belt, they have buckets of incredible content. After meeting the forces behind this social network powerhouse, we’re looking forward to collaborating more...
This Week On Pulse
Not at Google I/O? Follow the action with Pulse’s great tech sources. We’ve highlighted some of our favorites in this week’s What’s New. Check ‘em out and see some of their current I/O updates below.
The Next Web
Google announces 41 new Google+ features including Pinterest-like card-based Stream
Google announces 900 million Android activations, 48 billion...
New On Pulse
Welcome to another round of new sources on Pulse! Our launches this week run the gamut from beauty to business, and we’ve also put some top tech sources to keep you updated on Google I/O. Get a taste of our brand new sites below:
xoVain
Image: How To Wear Glitter Like A Grown-Up: Nails & Lips
Are you a fan of xoJane? Then check out sister site xoVain, your go-to resource for...
Where Were We 10 Years Ago?
It’s LinkedIn’s tenth anniversary, and we can’t help but reflect on how quickly time passes. These years have brought some incredible changes: not only was Pulse barely a flicker in anyone’s imagination, there weren’t even iPhones ten years ago. We had no idea how much our worlds—indeed, the world—would transform.
Where were Pulse co-founders Akshay Kothari and...
This Week On Pulse
We’re extra excited this week: it’s LinkedIn’s tenth anniversary! As a new part of the family, the Pulse team is inspired by their history and plans for the future. For some inspirational stories from members of the LinkedIn community, check out the Influencers feed on Pulse—industry leaders have shared heartfelt stories about the things that drive them.
We want to know: what...
Source Spotlight: Advertising Age
Advertising Age is a crucial voice in the world of advertising and marketing. As the name suggests, the publication analyzes trends and changes in an industry that’s constantly evolving; over the course of its lengthy history, AdAge has documented media’s many game-changing moments, from groundbreaking marketing campaigns to cutting-edge companies. How do they stay fresh? What trends...
New On Pulse: LinkedIn Sharing and more!
Pulse is getting into the swing of things at LinkedIn HQ! We’ve been exploring the Mountain View campus (check it out on TechCrunch’s TC Cribs), meeting the rest of the team, and working hard to prepare the next phase of exciting collaborations.
We’re happy to unveil the first of these efforts today with the latest version of Pulse. Out now on Android and iOS, this new release features some...
April 2013
8 posts
New on Pulse
We’ve found some fabulous sources to keep you posted on all the latest news and updates. Check out a Best Ads feed from AdAge, entertainment news from TODAY, hockey happenings from The Score, and more.
If you haven’t checked it out already, don’t forget to peep our LinkedIn Influencers feed for compelling original content from industry leaders and luminaries. Add it from...
New On Pulse
Happy Earth Day! We’re getting our nature on this week—check out great sources from National Geographic to AP Science. We also have new feeds from AdAge, BuzzFeed, and more. Add them from our What’s New section now!
AdAge: Latest News
Image: New York Wheel Could Create New Outdoor-Ad Opportunities
Get updates from the ad world, straight from the experts. AdAge: Latest...
Source Spotlight: SHEfinds Weddings
SHEfinds is an amazing resource for women on the go. They compile the best catches from across the web—the incredible deals, the hottest fashion trends, and more. SHEfinds Weddings, which you can add now on Pulse, provides the same service for brides-to-be. We spoke with Senior Editor Justine Schwartz to get the inside scoop on all things weddings.
How do you find the best items to showcase...
Pulse Joins the LinkedIn Family
When we started Pulse in 2010, as a class project at Stanford’s d.school, we never imagined what the future would hold. We were motivated by our own frustrations with mobile news reading: we wanted an effortless experience, with clean design and easy access to all of our favorite sources. As our time in the Launchpad class continued, and as we spent day after day talking to our local community,...
New On Pulse: Weddings, Music, MLB, and More
Spring is about more than just the weather. Maybe it signifies the start of baseball season, the influx of wedding invites, or the countdown to your favorite summer festival. We have something for everyone this week, with our special Sports Illustrated MLB feed, brand new Wedding Collection, and more.
Wedding Collection
Image: Scallops: A Little Detail That Goes A Long Way On Wedding...
Source Spotlight: Forbes
There are few sources as trusted and revered as Forbes. The publication has been a leader for nearly a century, and it continues to innovate and expand. We spoke with Bruce Upbin, Managing Editor of Forbes, to learn about its history, trajectory, and business trends for 2013.
How has Forbes evolved over the course of its history? We’ve been at this for 96 years, so I’d say there’s been...
Pulse Turns 3!
It’s hard to believe that it’s been three years since the beginning of Pulse. As we celebrate our birthday, we can’t help but reflect on this wild ride—what started as a small class project has become so much more, and we’re thrilled to be a platform for millions of readers to access great content.
Thank you for joining us on this amazing journey—we can’t wait for...
Introducing: The Daily Pulse
We’re always learning more about how our community reads the news. We’ve learned that some people enjoy reading Pulse on their phones as they commute to work, while others leisurely browse on their tablets in the evening. Still others use the web app to read news on their coffee breaks. Through our research, we discovered another exciting opportunity for providing our users with the best...
March 2013
11 posts
NEW: Easy Google Reader Importer!
Keep those Google Reader feeds: use our new Importer and add them to Pulse!
You can already add Google Reader feeds to your mobile app, but now it’s easy-peasy to add them straight from the web. Just select your Google account and start enjoying more content on Pulse.
Import your feeds now.
Have questions? We’re here to help! Talk to us on Twitter and Facebook.
New On Pulse
What’s new on Pulse this week? If you’re in spring break mode (or just vacationing vicariously), we have some great sources to satisfy your wanderlust. We’ve also added Pocket Hits, a brand new Forbes Collection, and some extra spring goodies. Check out our What’s New section for more!
Pocket Hits
Image: A Box of Puppies (The New Yorker)
What are people Pocket-ing?...
This Week On Pulse: Inspiration
Here at Pulse, we’re constantly inspired by new sources and stories—so much so that we needed a brand new place to put them all! We’ve added an Inspiration category, and we’re particularly excited about the myriad of amazing sites we’re showcasing. See our new Inspiration category now! Just tap the blue Add Content button and swipe until you see our…well,...
What's New On Pulse
We’re mad for March Madness! Check out Pulse’s special curated feed, SB Nation’s coverage, or go pro with Bleacher Report’s NBA feed. We’ve also added some handy resources for your news, from The Daily Dot’s internet round-up to the analysis of Freakonomics.
Pulse: March Madness 2013
Image: NCAA tourney Pick’Em 101: Tips on how to win your office...
Not ready to say goodbye? Import your Google...
UPDATE: We’ve added an easy Google Reader Importer for the web! See more here.
As you may have heard, Google is ending their Google Reader service as of July 1st. Fret not, friendly readers: Pulse is here to help you make an easy transition. Once you’ve added your Google Reader feeds to Pulse on your mobile device, you can also log into the same account with Pulse on the web...
Vox Media Week: What We're Reading
To cap off Vox Media Week, we’re bringing a selection of the pieces we’ve been reading this week from their three stellar publications: The Verge, SB Nation, and Polygon. Whether you’re all about gaming, always up on your tech, or pouring over sports scores, Vox Media has something for everyone. We’ve loved learning more about them this week!
The Verge
At SXSW, the...
Vox Media Week: Polygon
Polygon is an exciting and innovative gaming publication, focusing on more than just news and updates. This well-rounded and thorough outlet focuses on the entire ecosystem, from fans to creators. Learn more about Polygon and what’s next for gaming below!
What makes Polygon different from other gaming publications?
Polygon was built to cover more than the newest gaming releases: it is...
Vox Media Week: SB Nation
SB Nation offers a unique and effective style of sports journalism. It represents a new era of reporting, in which the fans shape all aspects of the news. Learn more about the publication and its inspiring communities, and check out some (of the many!) great SB Nation feeds in our new Vox Media collection.
Tell us about SB Nation’s innovative approach to sports reporting.
SB Nation...
Vox Media Week: The Verge
The Verge is about tech and culture, people and trends, news and insights. It’s a publication on the forefront of innovation—in content, community, and style. Learn more about its history, motivations, and what trends to watch in 2013.
How did The Verge get its start? With tech being such a crowded space, what was the motivation for launching a brand new and very ambitious endeavor?...
This Week On Pulse: Vox Media Spotlight, SXSW, &...
If you read The Verge, Polygon, or SB Nation, you’re already familiar with Vox Media. You already know that this top-notch publisher focuses on high quality content, thriving communities, and unique experiences. We’re showcasing the Vox team this week for a special publisher spotlight—so don’t miss a week of interviews, riveting reads, and in-depth insight into this media...
Source Spotlight: Moviefone
Whether you’re reeling from awards season or getting pumped for summer flicks, check out Moviefone. Not only can you get tickets to your next favorite film, you can read up on the action before you even get your popcorn. We spoke to Moviefone’s Editor-In-Chief Tim Hayne about the Oscars, keeping content fresh, and what movies to get excited about this year.
Moviefone is both a...
February 2013
14 posts
This Week On Pulse
We’ve added some sources to What’s New that can teach you a thing or two—about science! Take a breather and expand your mind this week with some of our favorite (and most eye-opening) feeds from our Science category.
GigaOM: Science
Bringing a little cheer to energy innovation
As we found earlier this week, GigaOM isn’t just about breaking tech news and analysis....
New On Pulse
What’s new on Pulse this week? We’ve added Celebuzz, Jalopnik, and Yahoo! Sports College Basketball for your browsing pleasure.
If you’re looking for even more sources to spice up your Pulse pages, see what some of our favorite publishers have been reading this week. We chatted with GigaOM, DesignTAXI, and POPSUGAR to hear their Highlights!
Celebuzz
Image: Jennifer...
Highlights Spotlight: GigaOM
GigaOM: it’s so much more than the tech source we all know and love. What began as Om Malik’s blog is now a journalism heavyweight, a resource for breaking tech news, insightful articles, detailed research, and unique events.
We spoke to GigaOM’s Vice President of Business Development, Alison Murdock, about her role in this thriving, crucial force in tech:
Tell me more about...
Highlights Spotlight: POPSUGAR's Kelly Schwarze
POPSUGAR is an amazing resource for the latest trends in lifestyle, pop culture, tech, fitness, and so much more. And they’ve just upped the ante: not only have they rolled their whole family of feeds under the shiny new POPSUGAR umbrella, they’ve also launched POPSUGAR LIVE, a fun and fabulous daily show.
You’d think a publisher that truly does it all wouldn’t have...
Ready, Set.... Oscars!
Get the popcorn ready—it’s almost time for the Oscars! Whether you’ve seen the flicks or still have some prep work to do, start embracing all things cinema with our selection of film sources in What’s New. If you need more movie news and reviews, you can also check out our TV & Movies collection!
Moviefone
Image: Oscar Primer: Round Up Of Everything You Need To Know For...
Catch Pulse CEO Akshay Kothari on CNBC's Squawk on...
Pulse CEO Akshay Kothari took a trip down to Stanford this morning for CNBC’s Squawk on the Street! Hear the Pulse story, from its humble beginnings in the classroom to its exciting future. Watch the video below:
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Highlights Spotlight: DesignTAXI's Anthea Quay
We’re big fans of DesignTAXI here at Pulse: the site is bursting with compelling stories, fascinating tidbits, and more.
We were dying to know: what does the DesignTAXI team read? We spoke to Editor Anthea Quay about what pieces she’s Highlighting this week, and what sort of stories inspire her to create such a—well, inspiring publication.
Tell me more about what you do for...
Team Highlights
What have we been highlighting this week? Between Girl Scout cookie season, the Russian meteor, and Valentine’s Day, our new Highlights feed has gotten a lot of love at Pulse HQ. See what struck the team’s fancy below:
Albert, Lead Android Developer: Asteroid Buzzes Earth in Record-Breaking Flyby (Discovery News)
Akshay, Co-Founder & CEO: Advertisers Should Act More Like...
Will You Be My Valentine?
Happy Valentine’s Day! We’re feeling mushy today at Pulse HQ, and we’d like to express our love and gratitude for our amazing community. We’d send you each a box of chocolates if we could, but we’ll have to make due with these timely and entertaining V-Day pieces from across the Pulse catalog:
Adorable Valentine’s Day Cards for Typography Geeks (Flavorpill)
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Introducing: Pulse Highlights
We believe in making news your own.
We believe in choice, in curiosity, in the power of information.
We believe news is no longer just about broadcasting—it’s a conversation.
With Pulse Highlights, we’re starting the conversation.
Pulse Highlights is a community for news. It’s about discovering and sharing the stories that really matter—the important, interesting, or enriching pieces...
New On Pulse
What’s new on Pulse this week? We have more fabulous fashion, hockey news, dating tips for Thursday’s special holiday, and more.
Did you read any great stories this weekend? Tell us on Facebook and Twitter.
TMZ Videos
We now have TMZ Videos on Pulse! Catch up on the latest celeb news in excellent video style. There’s nothing quite like TMZ, so add the pop culture pioneer...
Weekend Reads
According to Punxsutawney Phil, spring’s set to come early this year—but it’s still February, with all the excitement (and cold weather!) the month brings. From the Grammys to the Super Bowl, these 28 days are jam-packed with events, but we still take some time to catch up on our reading. Check out some of our favorite stories of the week below, and tell us what articles you discovered...
New On Pulse
Between the Super Bowl, the Grammys, and Fashion Week festivities in New York and London, February starts off with a bang. No matter which February events float your boat, our What’s New section has you covered. We’ve added:
Best of Music
Image: Vampire Weekend Announce Modern Vampires of the City Album Details and Tour Dates (Pitchfork)
It’s almost Grammy time!...
Weekend Reads: What are you reading?
What are you reading this week? We need reading inspiration too, you know—with the weekend coming up, it’s the perfect time to kick back with Pulse and catch up on great stories. We’ve shared some of our favorites this week below, but let’s hear yours!
Share your favorite stories of the week with us on Facebook and Twitter!
Katie, Community Manager:
Pinkies Up! The 15 Top Tea...
Source Spotlight: Sports Illustrated
Think you know everything about this landmark publication? Think again—this week’s Source Spotlight goes in-depth with the masters of sports media, who’ve expanded far beyond their print offering and embraced the digital age.
As a special Super Bowl bonus, don’t miss our Sports Illustrated NFL feed! Check it out in What’s New now.
With an audience of over 30 million...
January 2013
19 posts
New On Pulse: Are You Game?
You asked, we answered: Pulse now has its own Gaming category! Look for the brand spankin’ new icon above in our content catalog, then add your favorite sources for gaming news and analysis.
And it gets even better: check out our new IGN Collection, filled with sources covering everything from PS3 to Wii. IGN is your go-to spot for comprehensive gaming (and more!) coverage, and you...
Pulse Insights: Guest Post: Social Media Mistakes... →
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Looking to revamp your social media habits in 2013?
Take some cues for what not to do from 2012’s biggest blunders. Head over to Good Enough Mother for a guest post by Pulse Community Manager Katie Carroll to read about the best ways to avoid social media faux pas:
“Social media highs ruled 2012—President Obama’s record-breaking tweet, PSY’s billion-plus views, Pinterest’s...
What's New On Pulse: Super Bowl Edition
Put finishing touches on your party plans, wash those jerseys, and get ready for the main event: Super Bowl XLVII! We’re getting in the S’Bowl spirit here at Pulse, and we have a snazzy, sports-themed What’s New section to prove it. We won’t tell you which Harbaugh we’re rooting for, but we’re happy to celebrate the showdown this week.
Pulse: Best of...
Weekend Reads
What are we reading this week? The Pulse team’s picks run the gamut from productivity tips to podcasts. Check them out below, and tell us what you’re reading this week on Facebook and Twitter!
Katie, Social Media Manager
Air New Zealand Pairs Compatible Strangers in Blind-Gate Contest (AdAge)
Coachella’s 2013 Lineup: One Day Later (Consequence of Sound)
Jessica, Partnerships...
This Week On Pulse
We have an array of excellent sources this week on Pulse, and they’re here to spark your creativity. Get inspired and start stretching your brain.
ThoughtCatalog
Image: The Different Types Of Love There Are
Thought Catalog is a collection of essays, stories, lists, and musings. Through a series of personal pieces, the contributors of Thought Catalog help define a generation; they speak...
Source Spotlight: Quartz
Quartz is a publication for the modern era. Entirely digital and optimized for mobile devices, the site offers thorough analysis of the global economy in a fresh and unique way. You can add Quartz from the Business section of Pulse now, and read more about this game-changing news source below.
Tell us about Quartz’s evolution. What was the motivation for creating a digitally native news...
Weekend Reads: When Do You Read Pulse?
It probably goes without saying that the Pulse team tries to stay up on their news. We’re always checking out exciting sources and stories, and this week is no exception: even with the excitement of our social network launch on Monday, we still spent a good chunk of our days browsing, sharing, and saving interesting articles. When do members of the Pulse team read their news?
Matthew, Feed...
Social Week Spotlight: Flickr
Today for Social Week we’re highlighting Flickr, which features a gorgeous new photo view. Those snaps never looked so spectacular.
Follow these photographers extraordinaire (recommended by members of the Pulse team!) on Flickr now, then add your Flickr feed to your Pulse! And tell us on Facebook or Twitter: what Flickr users do you love?
To add your social feeds, tap the blue Add Content...
