ByteDance Explores AI Hardware with Smart Headphones and Glasses

ByteDance is reportedly venturing into smart hardware, focusing on AI-powered headphones and glasses. The company is developing its own AI hardware and collaborating with external companies.

AI Headphones with Doubao Big Model

The head of Byte AI hardware team, Kayden, is leading the development of a smart headset that integrates with Doubao Big Model and Doubao App. This headset will allow users to access Doubao through voice conversations and control the device using the app.

Exploring AI Glasses

ByteDance is also exploring the development of AI glasses, possibly through investing in a startup or forming an internal team. A former core technical figure from an internet company is working with ByteDance to develop AI glasses.

Background of ByteDance’s AI Hardware Team

The AI hardware team is primarily composed of personnel from DaShi Future Technology, a smart headset company acquired by ByteDance in 2022. The team is affiliated with ByteDance’s AI product team, Flow.

Key Figures in ByteDance’s AI Hardware Team

Kayden, the head of the AI hardware team, was involved in content entrepreneurship during his graduate studies. He reports to Zhu Jun, Vice President of Byte Strategy and General Manager of Byte AI product team Flow. Li Haoqian, founder of DaShi Future Technology, also plays a crucial role in the AI hardware team.

ByteDance’s AI Software and Internet Applications

Flow, the AI product team, has developed several AI software and internet applications, including the AI smart assistant Doubao, AI intelligent agent development platforms Kouzi and Coze, image generation product Xinghui, and AI education product Doubao Aixue.

ByteDance’s Focus on AI Hardware and Software

ByteDance’s senior management is actively involved in Flow’s business discussions, with meetings held almost every week. The company is placing significant emphasis on AI hardware and software development, with AI glasses being a key area of focus.