Ola Friend: ByteDance’s AI-Powered Smart Earbuds
Ola Friend is ByteDance’s latest innovation in the realm of AI-powered wearables[1][2]. Launched by the Doubao team, these smart earbuds represent ByteDance’s first foray into AI companion headsets[4]. Weighing a mere 6.6 grams each, Ola Friend claims to be the lightest of its kind[1].
Key Features
- AI Integration: Powered by ByteDance’s Doubao large language model[2][4]
- Voice Activation: Users can activate the AI assistant by saying “Doubao Doubao” or through touch controls[1][2]
- Seamless Interaction: Works in conjunction with the Doubao app for a smooth user experience[4]
- Open-Ear Design: Comfortable, lightweight design for extended wear[7]
- Multiple Use Cases: Serves as an English practice partner, travel guide, and music DJ[4]
Technical Specifications
- Audio Chip: Features a five-core audio chip for high-fidelity sound and advanced noise cancellation[3]
- Battery Life: Offers up to 10 hours of use on a single charge[7]
- Voice Recognition: Utilizes Seed-ASR technology for accurate recognition of Chinese, English, and various accents[5]
Availability and Pricing
Ola Friend is currently available in China, priced at 1,199 yuan (approximately $170)[2]. It comes in four color options: white, black, purple, and silver[1]. The earbuds can be purchased through major e-commerce platforms such as Tmall, JD.com, and Douyin[2][6].
With Ola Friend, ByteDance aims to break through traditional device limitations and explore new possibilities in AI-human interaction[4]. As the AI headphone market continues to grow, Ola Friend represents a significant step towards more intelligent and personalized audio experiences[5].
Citations:
[1] https://technode.com/2024/10/11/bytedance-releases-ola-friend-its-first-ai-smart-earbuds/
[2] https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3281819/tiktok-owner-bytedance-launches-us170-earbuds-china-push-ai-wearables
[3] https://neosmart.ai/tiktok-owners-expand-their-foray-into-ai-with-ola-friend-headset/
[4] https://eu.36kr.com/en/p/2989158351579652
[5] https://www.semicone.com/article-88.html
[6] https://www.yicaiglobal.com/news/tiktok-owner-bytedance-launches-usd169-ai-earbuds-in-china
[7] https://heyupnow.com/de-de/blogs/news/tiktok-creators-unveil-ola-friend-headphones-with-built-in-ai
[8] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/tiktok-owner-bytedance-launches-us-093000932.html
[9] https://www.aibase.com/news/12267
[10] https://www.engadget.com/audio/headphones/tiktok-owner-bytedance-unveils-its-first-earbuds-in-china-143507603.html
[11] https://www.casawi.eu/post/bytedance-enters-ai-wearables-market-with-new-earbuds