HANGZHOU, China, July 11,
2024 /PRNewswire/ --Youdao introduced its latest
smart device, the Youdao Dictionary Pen X7, at the World AI
Conference on July 4, 2024, in
Shanghai. This launch marks a
significant step forward in the field of integrated tutoring,
utilizing artificial intelligence to expand educational
opportunities.
At the Youdao booth, a series of impressive and innovative
products were displayed. These included Youdao Listening Pod E6
Pro, serving both as a listening device and a language coach;
Hi Echo, the world's first digital human language coach; and
Youdao Fun Sports, the first highly integrated intelligent
sports terminal, among others. Powered by Ziyue, China's first large language model (LLM) in
education, these innovations underscore Youdao's proficiency in
synthesizing EdTech and innovation.
The Youdao Dictionary Pen X7 Unveils a New Era of AI-based
Integrated Tutoring
The rollout of the Youdao Dictionary Pen X7 at the World AI
Conference signaled a new phase in the integration of artificial
intelligence in education scenarios. This smart device, which
combines robust capabilities with innovative technology, quickly
stood out as a highlight of the event.
This release signifies a leap forward in AI applications within
educational tools. Youdao Dictionary Pen X7 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.
Leveraging the knowledge-answering capability of
Ziyue, Youdao Dictionary Pen X7 addresses a wide array of
educational needs, including word lookup, essay refinement,
language learning, grammar instruction, etc. Acting as an
always-available AI tutor, it tailors exercises to the learner's
proficiency and skillfully tackles questions in Chinese, math,
physics and other subjects, offering precise and effective
instructions.
At the World AI Conference, the Youdao Dictionary Pen X7 was
introduced with a distinctive feature: an in-built camera, a first
in the EdTech sector. The camera is complemented by a large,
proprietary database of 72 million words that supports quick
scanning, vocal queries, and photo inputs, making word lookup and
translation easier for users.
A Full Array of AI Applications
Addresses the Needs of Diverse
Scenarios
Hi Echo, the world's first digital human language coach,
provides real-time, personalized speaking practice alongside
instant scores and detailed assessment reports. It recently
enhanced its offerings by collaborating with the IELTS to include a
built-in module for IELTS speaking preparation, featuring a
continually updated database of practice questions and thorough
review features. The tool has quickly become essential for Chinese
students preparing for the IELTS speaking test, with Hi Echo
surpassing one million registered users and earning several
accolades for its innovation in AIGC.
Youdao Translation, which boasts the largest user base among
learning apps in China, unveiled
its latest AI enhancements at the conference. The features,
developed under the LLM Ziyue, include sophisticated AI
translation, document translation services, and AI-enhanced
PowerPoint tools, designed to meet a broad spectrum of user demands
while improving both learning and professional productivity.
Youdao Translation has emerged as a formidable player in the
language translation market, having attracted over one billion
users globally. Following the complete introduction of its
AI-driven translation capabilities earlier this year, Youdao
Translation has already seen significant adoption, with over five
million users and more than 20 million instances of use.
Enabling Business Breakthroughs Through Technical
Innovation
Another highlight was the introduction of Youdao Fun Sports. The
innovative product 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 terminal has
been rolled out in over 200 primary and secondary schools across
China.
Beyond its core role in education, the LLM Ziyue has proved its
versatility and power by branching into the healthcare, media, and
internet industries. Earlier this year, Youdao took a significant
step by open-sourcing its proprietary RAG engine, QAnything, which
has been adopted by hundreds of companies across more than 20
industries, empowering over 30,000 users to integrate advanced AI
into their operations.
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. In November last year,
Ziyue was among the initial educational models to gain official
fillings. Recently, Ziyue achieved a milestone by passing the first
series of evaluations conducted by the China Academy of Information
and Communications Technology, receiving the highest accolade
available.
Looking ahead, Youdao will continue to innovate and apply Ziyue
across a broader array of fields, spearheading transformative
changes beyond the educational sphere.
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