Spark Ling Perangkat Pembelajaran Anak yang Dapat Dikenakan by Jiawei Gu, Zhu Pengcheng and Song Wei

Spark Ling Perangkat Pembelajaran Anak yang Dapat Dikenakan by Jiawei Gu, Zhu Pengcheng and Song Wei is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Perunggu in Desain Perangkat Digital dan Elektronik Competition Category.

PerungguElektronik Konsumen· 2026

Spark Ling Perangkat Pembelajaran Anak yang Dapat Dikenakan

by Jiawei Gu, Zhu Pengcheng and Song Wei

Client: Shanghai Ling Universe Technology Development Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award Perunggu Winner in Elektronik Konsumen Category

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The Design

About Spark Ling Perangkat Pembelajaran Anak yang Dapat Dikenakan

Spark Ling adalah pendamping belajar yang dapat dikenakan untuk anak-anak. Perangkat ini berbobot 106 gram dengan bodi ABS, casing magnetik, dan tali leher yang dilengkapi gesper pengaman. Layar menyerupai kertas berukuran 2,83 inci mengurangi ketegangan mata, sementara antarmuka berbasis suara dan dua tombol taktil menjaga interaksi tetap sederhana. Pemrosesan langsung pada perangkat mampu mengenali lebih dari 100.000 objek dan menganalisis nada suara secara lokal, sehingga mendukung privasi. Baterai 1600mAh memungkinkan waktu siaga hingga tujuh hari. Proses belajar terhubung dengan objek nyata dan eksplorasi di luar ruangan.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Perunggu

Spark Ling Perangkat Pembelajaran Anak yang Dapat Dikenakan adalah pemenang A' Design Award Perunggu, pengakuan yang sangat bergengsi yang diberikan kepada desain luar biasa yang dicirikan oleh kreativitas, kecerdikan, dan ketajaman. Pemenang Perunggu adalah artefak yang sangat terampil dan sangat kreatif yang membuktikan pengalaman luas, imajinasi, dan kelihaian para desainernya. Spark Ling Perangkat Pembelajaran Anak yang Dapat Dikenakan diharapkan menjadi objek yang sangat dihargai, dikagumi, dan dicintai, sangat profesional dan inovatif. Desain pemenang A' Design Award Perunggu ini menyertakan praktik terbaik dalam seni, sains, desain, dan teknologi, dan sangat baik dalam perhatiannya pada detail. Spark Ling Perangkat Pembelajaran Anak yang Dapat Dikenakan memuaskan kebutuhan dengan indah, menyentuh keinginan, memikat perasaan, dan menarik rasa ingin tahu.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Unlike isolating tablets or distraction-driven smartwatches, Spark Ling introduces relational edtech. Spark Ling redefines children's learning by combining video-based mentors, object-driven discovery, and emotionally intelligent AI. As the first children's device to integrate Cambridge-grade tutoring, interactive cultural figures, and a voice-first interface with a paper-like display, it reduces screen exposure while expanding access to top-tier education. Co-created character mentors enhance engagement and promote equity, delivering both emotional support and academic growth to every child, everywhere.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimensions: Width 7.7 cm, Depth 8.2 cm, Height 1.4 cm. Weight: 106 grams.
Anti-glare 2.83 inch paper-like screen minimizes visual strain. Equipped with dual 500MP and 800MP cameras for enhanced capture capabilities.
Tags: GenA Companion, Multi Agents, Wearable EdTech, AI Personification, Relational memory, Proactive agency and Relational memory
Production Technology: Lightweight Wearable Design: ABS body weighing 106 grams with magnetic case and neck strap, featuring dual 5MP and 8MP cameras and dual box speakers.
Multimodal AI System: On-device processing enables recognition of over 100000 objects using computer vision and performs emotional voice analysis based on pitch and timbre, all locally for enhanced privacy.
Energy Efficiency: 1600mAh battery with ultra-low-power display driver and 2.83 inch paper-like eye-care screen allows up to 7 days of standby time.
Seamless Connectivity: Supports 4G, SIM, and Wi-Fi connections. Noise-canceling microphone array enables real-time outdoor learning with intelligent agents.
Design Challenge: Overcoming Child Cognition Abstraction and AI Personification Was Pivotal
Decoding Authentic Needs
Children express needs through fragmented cues, such as sighs or random photos. We integrated vocal emotion computing (pitch and timbre analysis) with context-aware vision to transform these ambient signals into teachable moments, such as triggering tutoring after a sigh during homework or explaining ecosystems through a leaf photo.
Personality-Driven AI Pedagogy
Relational memory and proactive agency drive personalized learning experiences.
Research: Spark Ling applies harvard and MIT frameworks to develop systematic thinking and character growth.
Spark Ling incorporates the thinking routines of Harvard Project Zero, guiding children to build structured cognitive models through interactive learning strategies (source: https://pz.harvard.edu/thinking-routines). For character development, it adopts the CCR Framework-Knowledge, Character, and Skills-developed by the Center for Curriculum Redesign at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. This three-dimensional approach supports balanced growth across knowledge acquisition, skill-building, and values formation (source: https://curriculumredesign.org/about/our-team).
Inspiration: Spark Ling combats Generation Alpha’s screen dependency and creativity decline by turning the physical world into a hands-on classroom. Powered by Ling OS, it offers context-aware mentors like Darwin for nature discovery. Its 106g ergonomic design includes a tactile interface, paper-like display, and object recognition. With SIM/4G and safety controls, kids explore freely and learn everywhere.
Project Duration: Started in Beijing in June 2024, completed in Beijing in May 2025, and awarded the Red Dot Award in Germany in June 2025.
Operation Flow: The lightweight body, 106 grams, includes a detachable magnetic lanyard with a built-in safety buckle, ensuring secure and wearable use for children. Tactile interaction is central to the experience. The AI Camera Button allows single press object capture with over 100000 items recognized. The Mentor Call Button enables voice or AI Face time to summon the learning companion.
Patents: Patent 1
Patent Pending. Application No. CN2025301576366. Applicant:Shanghai Ling Universe Technology Development Co., Ltd. Year: 2025. Jurisdiction: China.
Patent 2
Patent Pending. Application No. CN2025211219919. Applicant: Shanghai Ling Universe Technology Development Co., Ltd. Year: 2025. Jurisdiction: China.
Patent 3
Patent Pending. Application No. 30/009,457. Applicant: Shanghai Ling Universe Technology Development Co., Ltd. Year: 2025. Jurisdiction: United States.
Team Members: Gu Jiawei, Zhu Pengcheng, Song wei