South Korean home appliance company Shinil Electronics has embarked on a strategic venture into artificial intelligence technology. On September 2nd, Shinil Electronics announced the signing of a business agreement with software development specialist Saeum Soft for the joint development of an “AI Voice Conversation Avatar Kiosk.” Through this partnership, both companies plan to introduce next-generation kiosk solutions targeting public spaces and corporate environments.
The AI voice conversation avatar kiosk under development features precise voice recognition capabilities even in high-noise environments, coupled with clear guidance audio delivery functions. he system features durable hardware that can withstand vibrations and direct sunlight, and incorporates multilingual conversation capabilities and digital human interfaces, making it accessible for elderly users and foreigners alike.
Saeum Soft specializes in AI voice, motion, and avatar technologies. The company plans to integrate AI chatbot and digital human technologies with Shinil Electronics’ 66 years of accumulated home appliance manufacturing expertise and quality competitiveness, creating stable conversational services across various installation environments.
A Shinil Electronics representative stated, “Through this strategic partnership agreement, we are exploring business expansion into high-quality digital signage sectors. By combining high-durability hardware optimized for outdoor and multi-user environments with user-friendly conversational interfaces, we will demonstrate technological innovation that provides on-site customer experiences.
This AI technology collaboration by traditional home appliance manufacturer Shinil Electronics is interpreted as an attempt to secure new growth drivers in alignment with the digital transformation era. The initiative is expected to respond to increasing demand for unmanned services in public and commercial facilities while presenting differentiated solutions that overcome the limitations of existing kiosks.
