AI Unveiled: Revolutionizing Education with Youdao’s Dictionary Pen X7

The World AI Conference on July 4, 2024, in Shanghai witnessed a significant milestone in the field of integrated tutoring, as Youdao Inc. introduced its latest smart device, the Youdao Dictionary Pen X7. This innovative device is a testament to the power of artificial intelligence in expanding educational opportunities.

The Future of EdTech

At the Youdao booth, a range of impressive and innovative products were on display, including the Youdao Listening Pod E6 Pro, Hi Echo, the world’s first digital human language coach, and Youdao Fun Sports, the first highly integrated intelligent sports terminal, among others. These products demonstrate Youdao’s proficiency in synthesizing EdTech and innovation, powered by Ziyue, China’s first large language model (LLM) in education.

The Youdao Dictionary Pen X7, a leap forward in AI applications in educational tools.

A Leap Forward in AI Applications

The rollout of the Youdao Dictionary Pen X7 marks a new phase in the integration of artificial intelligence in education scenarios. This smart device, which combines robust capabilities with innovative technology, incorporates two main applications from the LLM Ziyue: Hi Echo, the digital human language coach, and the Mr. P AI Tutor, the first all-subject AI tutor in China.

“The Youdao Dictionary Pen X7 addresses a wide array of educational needs, including word lookup, essay refinement, language learning, grammar instruction, and more.” - Youdao Inc.

The device leverages the knowledge-answering capability of Ziyue, acting as an always-available AI tutor that tailors exercises to the learner’s proficiency and skillfully tackles questions in Chinese, math, physics, and other subjects, offering precise and effective instructions.

A Full Array of AI Applications

Hi Echo, the world’s first digital human language coach, provides real-time, personalized speaking practice alongside instant scores and detailed assessment reports. Youdao Translation, which boasts the largest user base among learning apps in China, unveiled its latest AI enhancements at the conference, featuring sophisticated AI translation, document translation services, and AI-enhanced PowerPoint tools.

Youdao Translation, a formidable player in the language translation market.

Enabling Business Breakthroughs

Youdao Fun Sports, an innovative product that allows users to log in, participate in various fitness activities, and view their performance metrics in real-time on a touch-enabled display, facilitating interactive and engaging physical training. The exercise routine includes pull-ups, standing long jumps, sit-ups, group skipping, and various track events from 50 to 1,000 meters, and ball sports.

The Efficacy of Youdao’s AI Educational Tools

The efficacy of Youdao’s AI educational tools is anchored in the robust LLM Ziyue, which debuted as China’s first educational LLM in July 2023. It rapidly rolled out six major applications and has since remained at the forefront of technological and application advancements.

Ziyue, China’s first educational LLM, has been adopted by hundreds of companies across more than 20 industries.

Conclusion

Youdao’s AI-powered educational tools, including the Youdao Dictionary Pen X7, are revolutionizing the way we learn and interact. With its innovative products and services, Youdao is spearheading transformative changes beyond the educational sphere. As the company continues to innovate and apply Ziyue across a broader array of fields, we can expect to see even more exciting developments in the world of AI and education.