Core Viewpoint - The competition in the college entrance examination (Gaokao) application process is intensifying as major tech companies launch AI tools aimed at assisting students and parents in filling out their applications, challenging traditional services like those offered by Zhang Xuefeng [1][3][12]. Group 1: AI Tools and Features - Major tech companies such as Quark, QQ Browser, Baidu, and ByteDance have introduced AI-driven tools for Gaokao application assistance, each claiming to provide expert-level guidance [1][3][12]. - Baidu's "AI志愿助手" utilizes a large model to analyze historical admissions data and simulate application outcomes based on user input, such as estimated scores [5][6]. - ByteDance's various apps, including Doubao and AI Douyin, employ a shared "志愿预测助手" feature, which is developed by a third-party platform, offering similar functionalities to Baidu's tool [6][8]. Group 2: Market Dynamics and Competition - Despite the rise of AI tools, Zhang Xuefeng's services remain in high demand, with his courses selling out quickly and his live streams attracting significant viewership [12][17]. - The pricing for Zhang's services has increased, with offerings like the "梦想卡" and "圆梦卡" selling out shortly after launch, indicating a strong market presence [12][18]. - Parents express a preference for human guidance over AI, valuing the emotional and experiential insights that teachers provide, which AI currently cannot replicate [17][19]. Group 3: User Perspectives and Adoption - Some students and parents are adopting a hybrid approach, using AI tools for initial guidance while also seeking advice from experienced educators to refine their application strategies [18][19]. - AI tools are seen as beneficial for quickly generating application options and providing comprehensive data, but many still rely on human expertise for personalized advice [18][19]. - The emotional connection and trust established by educators like Zhang Xuefeng create a unique competitive advantage that AI tools have yet to overcome [17][19].
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