Duolingo music fans can get some hands-on learning, while app users get more interactive Adventures and OpenAI-powered Video Calls.
Duolingo, primarily known for its language-learning app, is expanding into the hardware space with an electronic piano for those taking its music course. The company is also rolling out OpenAI-powered video calls to all iOS Duolingo Max subscribers and is adding more game-like „adventures“ with new virtual settings to explore.
Duolingo is launching its e-piano with Loog, a musical instrument manufacturer that produces keyboards and guitars for kids. It will cost $249 and can be purchased on Duolingo’s website.
The learning company is also now launching its Video Calls feature, which was beta-tested this year with some paying Duolingo Max users. Video Calls consist of a chat with the 2D Duolingo character „Lily“, who has purple hair and a big personality. These conversations can be about just about anything and don’t follow any strict lesson plan. Instead, they’re a chance for language learners to have spontaneous conversations in real-time to improve their language production and listening skills.
