Buddy.ai
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About
Buddy.ai is an early learning AI tutor app designed for children ages 3-7. It uses 1:1 voice-based learning games and lessons to develop essential skills in academics, language, math, science, communication, and social-emotional development. Buddy features voice-based interaction, a safe learning space (ad-free), and focuses on fun, game-based lessons. Learning is tailored to different learning styles (visual, auditory, and kinaesthetic). The app offers preschool, kindergarten, and first-grade programs based on the U.S. educational system and incorporates teaching strategies like active retrieval, storytelling, spaced repetition, a learning game loop, and Total Physical Response (TPR). Buddy is backed by top VCs and angel investors and has received positive reviews from families and teachers.
Platform
Task
Features
• personalized learning plans
• voice-based interaction
• game-based lessons
• progress reports via email
• teaches over 1500 words and phrases
• 1:1 voice-based learning games and lessons
• focus on fun
• safe learning space
FAQs
What does my subscription include?
Your subscription offers unlimited access to Buddy's huge library of learning games, activities, cartoons and other content. Choose from three English proficiency levels as your child embarks on 16 unique learning expeditions based on topics like Home, Food, Animals and Technology. Along the way, they'll learn more than 1500 everyday words and phrases that will help them speak English with confidence.
Can I use Buddy app for free?
The Buddy app offers a free sample of its flashcard learning game for new users. Once completed, you'll need to subscribe to continue playing with Buddy. You can select a subscription within the app or visit <https://buddy.ai/en/prices> for special discounts and offers.
Can I transfer a Buddy subscription to a new device?
To access your Buddy subscription across multiple devices, you'll need to create an account by visiting the "Settings" page. Once completed, you can sign into the Buddy app from any compatible device and your child's progress will transfer automatically.
Can I have two different profiles on one device?
The Buddy app only allows for one child's profile per device at this time. However, you can add your subscription to another device free of charge to create a profile for another child. To copy your subscription to a second device, you'll need to send two messages using the CONTACT SUPPORT menu option in the SETTINGS panel. (You can find it by pressing the ⚙️ icon in the upper left-hand corner of the app's main page.) First, send a message requesting the change from the device that has an active subscription. Then send a message from the device on which you want to add the app.
How do I purchase a subscription? Are there different types?
Buddy offers a monthly and six-month subscription. Just tap on any locked Topic box within the game to choose your plan. Or get a special discount by subscribing directly through our website: <https://buddy.ai/en/prices>.
How do I cancel auto-renewal for my subscription?
To cancel auto-renewal on an Apple device, please use the Apple guide found here: <https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039>. For a Google device, use the guide found here: <https://support.google.com/googleplay/answer/7018481?hl=en>. If you purchased your subscription directly through our website, you can access your account through the Buddy email you received after subscribing. Click the "Manage Subscription" button within that email to sign into your account and cancel autorenewal.
How do I get a refund for my subscription?
Both the App Store and Google Play offer refunds within 48 hours of purchase. To request a refund for a subscription purchased through the App Store, please use this link: [ https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204084](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204084). To request a refund through Google Play, please use this link: [ https://support.google.com/googleplay/answer/2479637](https://support.google.com/googleplay/answer/2479637). Subscriptions purchased through the Buddy.ai website are not eligible for refunds. However, if you are having an issue with the app, please contact Customer Service for assistance.
How can I check when my subscription ends?
For subscriptions purchased through App Store or Google Play, you can find the expiration date in the account settings associated with your Apple ID or Google account. There is currently no way to check the expiration date for plans purchased through the Buddy website.
Do I need to create an account?
We strongly recommend that you create an account after subscribing. This will allow your child to use the Buddy app across multiple devices without losing their progress. To create an account, click the ⚙️ icon to visit the "Settings" page, then click the "My Account" menu option and follow the instructions.
Why can't Buddy hear my child when he talks?
There may be a few reasons why Buddy can't hear you. First, it's best to use the app in a quiet place free of background noise like music or the TV. (Buddy can get distracted the same way humans do!) Next, make sure you don't cover the microphone on your phone or tablet when you speak to him. Finally, wait for Buddy's prompt before giving your answer. He only listens when he puts his ear to the screen. If you've tried these tips and are still having trouble with Buddy's voice recognition, please contact Customer Support through the Settings page in the app.
Why does the app look different on different devices?
We regularly test new features and improvements for future updates, which may result in slight changes across devices. None of these have a meaningful impact on the app's content or gameplay.
My child completed all the learning expeditions...now what?
Congratulations on being a Buddy Super-Learner! The app is constantly updating with new vocabulary flashcards, expeditions, and features, so more content is coming soon! In the meantime, you can keep learning with Buddy by changing the proficiency level on the app. Click the ⚙️ icon in the upper left-hand corner of the main page, then press the ENGLISH PROFICIENCY LEVEL menu option to choose a higher English proficiency level. The topics and expeditions won't change, but you'll learn to say new, more challenging English words and phrases.
What if my child doesn't know the answer to Buddy's question?
Don't worry if you get stuck on a tricky question! Just tap on Buddy's friend Sparky. (He's the rainbow-colored unicorn sock puppet you can't miss him!) He'll give you the answer in English.
Is my child old enough to start learning English with Buddy?
Buddy.ai is designed to help kids "take their first steps" in learning English. The app is best suited for children ages 4-10, but we have users of all ages. If your child can operate a smartphone or tablet independently, they may be ready for Buddy. And studies have shown that children who begin learning new languages at a young age are far more likely to achieve fluency.
How often should my child practice English with Buddy?
Routine and repetition are the keys to learning a new language. We suggest starting with 15-30 minutes sessions three times a week with a goal of reaching five weekly lessons. Because the Buddy app plays like a fun mobile game, your child will look forward to their "Buddy time." You can even schedule regular lessons just as you would with a live tutor. Click the ⚙️ icon in the upper left-hand corner of the app's main page, then press the SCHEDULE menu option to get started.
Job Opportunities
Speech Recognition Engineer
Buddy.ai is an AI-powered early learning app that uses engaging games and voice interaction to teach English to children ages 3-7.
Benefits:
Competitive market salary
Paid sick leave and vacation days
Significant equity compensation (stock options)
Experience Requirements:
Deep knowledge and understanding of the speech recognition theory and processes
Experience working and building solutions using Kaldi or K2 libraries
Experience with developing ASR models
Good grasp on machine learning skills needed for training and testing new models
Highly skilled in C++ and software engineering
Other Requirements:
Must speak English
Russian is a plus
Responsibilities:
Implement a new version of BSR (BSR2) for iOS and Android using K2 & Icefall
Automate model training, experiment with different model architectures, optimize the model performance for different classes of devices
Develop a seamless integration between the BSR and the natural language processing pipeline to support dialogue interactions better
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Head of Data Analytics
Buddy.ai is an AI-powered early learning app that uses engaging games and voice interaction to teach English to children ages 3-7.
Benefits:
Competitive market salary
Paid sick leave and vacation days
Significant equity compensation (stock options)
Experience Requirements:
Comprehensive data analysis experience
SQL Ninja, ETL scripting, DWH data pipelines
Organize daily dashboards for the team
Other Requirements:
Must speak English
Russian is a plus
Responsibilities:
Boost data-driven decision-making and cultivate a data-driven culture across the company
Optimize and maintain robust Data Warehouse pipelines
Establish and oversee a comprehensive reporting system for key teams
Identify and implement North Star metrics for business, product, and education
Achieve 99.9% data integrity and reliability
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HR Manager
Buddy.ai is an AI-powered early learning app that uses engaging games and voice interaction to teach English to children ages 3-7.
Benefits:
Competitive market salary
Paid sick leave and vacation days
Experience Requirements:
Proficiency in sourcing, screening, and hiring top talent
Strong knowledge of HR best practices and current trends
Experience in managing employee relations and conflict resolution
Organizational skills in planning company offsites and events
Other Requirements:
Must speak English
Russian is a plus
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with hiring managers to recruit and onboard 20 high-quality team members
Organize and execute 2 company-wide offsites and 6 top management offsites
Maintain a structured onboarding and offboarding process
Establish a proactive system for monitoring team morale and implementing preventive actions
Implement an HR system for tracking candidates, team members, and performance reviews
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