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NetEase AI and robotics integration developments

Overview

NetEase has expanded its integration of artificial intelligence with robotics and specialized software services.

In September 2026, NetEase Youdao launched ‘NetEase Baige Shuo’, an AI-native voice agent capable of converting speech into polished text by understanding user intent and filtering filler words. Simultaneously, NetEase Youdao partnered with Qiyuan Robot to integrate the Hi Echo oral English learning system into robotic hardware, providing a ‘companion-style’ learning experience through physical interaction.

By October 2026, NetEase Cloud Music entered a partnership with Unitree Robotics to implement natural language music requests for robots. Utilizing the ‘Benben’ AI voice companion, users can command robots—including the Go2 quadruped and G1 and R1 humanoid models—to play specific songs or moods. These robots can also perform dance movements synchronized to the music, targeting applications in home entertainment and childcare.

Entities

NetEase Cloud Music · Hi Echo · Qiyuan Robot · Youdao · Unitree Robotics

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    NetEase Cloud Music and Unitree Robotics partner on AI music features

    NetEase Cloud Music and Unitree Robotics have partnered to enable natural language music requests for robots, allowing users to play songs via voice commands on humanoid and quadruped models.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    NetEase Youdao launches AI voice agent and partners for robotic English learning

    NetEase Youdao is expanding its AI ecosystem with the launch of ‘Baige Shuo’, an intelligent voice input agent, and a partnership with Qiyuan Robot to integrate Hi Echo English learning into embodied AI.

Sources

cnmo.com · ipc.me · news.yesky.com