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SenseTime Launches AI Chess Robot for Kids with JD.com Collaboration

SenseTime's home robot brand MetaRubik SenseRobot has unveiled its latest innovation: the AI Chess Robot Edition Five-in-One, developed in collaboration with JD.com. This marks the first consumer smart hardware product in JD.com's Joy Inside series, targeting children between ages 3 and 12.

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The robot serves as both a chess instructor and AI companion, teaching five classic games: Chinese chess, Go, international chess, checkers, and Gomoku. Powered by JD.com's role-based large language model, it engages children with interactive dialogue while providing educational content across subjects like science and history.

Beyond chess instruction, the device functions as a full-subject tutor, answering academic questions and offering real-time English language practice. Its upgraded version now includes international checkers alongside the original four games. The built-in professional courses help young players master fundamentals quickly.

"This partnership demonstrates our shared commitment to bringing cutting-edge technology into family homes," a MetaRubik representative stated. The collaboration merges JD.com's e-commerce platform with SenseTime's AI expertise to create engaging learning experiences.

Currently available exclusively on JD.com, the robot retails for 3,299 yuan with a 300-yuan discount during pre-sales, bringing the final price to 2,999 yuan. Parents seeking educational toys that combine entertainment with skill development may find this product particularly appealing as it bridges playtime with learning opportunities.

Key Points

  1. Designed for children aged 3-12, teaching five chess variants through interactive AI
  2. Features subject tutoring and English conversation practice capabilities
  3. Represents first Joy Inside series hardware collaboration between SenseTime and JD.com
  4. Priced at 2,999 yuan after pre-sale discount on JD.com

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