72% UAE Residents Turning To AI Assistants For Education, Home Management And Daily Tasks

In the UAE, a significant number of residents see smart assistants as valuable educational tools. A survey by Researchscape International, commissioned by Yango, found that 72% of participants believe AI assistants should be involved in children's education. This highlights the growing role of technology in learning environments.

AI tools have become increasingly integral in assisting humans across various sectors. These tools are designed to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and provide insights that might otherwise be overlooked.

Yasmina, a bilingual AI assistant developed by Yango, is designed to meet these expectations. "Research shows that users expect smart assistants to possess a variety of skills to assist them in different areas of life. To meet these modern user demands, we have developed our bilingual, human-like AI assistant Yasmina.

Yasmina's features currently include entertainment, daily task management, explaining complex topics, and providing educational support. All you need is to activate the AI assistant with your voice," comments Rami Abu Arja, Senior Innovation Marketing Manager at Yasmina, Yango Middle East.

The survey also revealed that 54% of respondents view AI assistants as helpful for language learning and day organisation. Assistants like Yasmina supports both English and Khaleeji Arabic practice through engaging conversations. It can answer questions like "Yasmina, what are the benefits of date fruits?" making it a versatile tool for both children and adults.

Yasmina's capabilities extend beyond education. It can manage smart home devices, which 57% of respondents find beneficial. Additionally, 41% use it for entertainment purposes such as playing music based on their mood. This multifunctionality makes it an integral part of modern living.

As a smart home manager, Yasmina can adjust lighting and temperature settings or play soothing sounds for meditation. Commands like "Yasmina, dim the lights" or "Yasmina, set the temperature to 23 degrees" showcase its ability to create a relaxing environment at home.

For fitness enthusiasts, Yasmina offers curated sports playlists to enhance workout sessions. Users can say "Yasmina, play music for sports" to access these playlists. Future aspirations include using AI assistants as personal trainers (42%) and for meal calorie counting (33%).

Yasmina also serves as a cultural guide by playing surahs from the Holy Quran or providing Hijri calendar dates upon request. Users can ask it to play the Adhan based on their location or inquire about prayer times globally.

In terms of daily planning, Yasmina helps users stay organised by setting reminders and notifications for various tasks. Simple commands like "Yasmina, remind me at 2 P.M. tomorrow to…" ensure that users keep track of their schedules efficiently.

The integration of AI assistants like Yasmina into everyday life reflects an increasing reliance on technology for convenience and efficiency in various aspects of daily living.