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Introducing SmartAO

On May 1, 2025, MONONO LLC, a Tokyo-based company, is set to launch SmartAO, an innovative mobile application tailored for high school students preparing for the Comprehensive Selection Entrances, formerly known as AO Entrance exams. With the increasing popularity of alternative university admissions, SmartAO aims to offer students a robust academic support platform that stands apart from traditional entrance exam methodologies.

What is SmartAO?

SmartAO is not just an ordinary app; it represents a shift in how students approach university entrance exams. It is specifically designed to assist high school students engaged in the Comprehensive Selection and School-Recommended Selection processes. Unlike conventional entrance exams, which primarily focus on standardized testing, SmartAO emphasizes personalized learning strategies using advanced AI technology.

The app offers tailored study plans based on the individual’s academic performance and activities. It includes features for writing assistance, including drafting essays and preparing portfolios, crucial for the admission processes. With a well-rounded repository of resources, SmartAO features practical training opportunities such as essay feedback and interview preparation modules.

Launch Campaigns

To celebrate the official launch, MONONO will roll out two special campaigns during the month of May 2025:
1. Initial Subscription Discount: From May 1 to May 31, first-month subscriptions will be offered at a reduced rate of 980 yen instead of the regular 1,980 yen.
2. #SmartAOLaunch Campaign: During the same period, participants can engage in a social media contest. By following SmartAO's official Twitter, retweeting the campaign announcement, and submitting additional information via a designated Google Form, entrants can have a chance to win one of five annual plans valued at 19,800 yen for free. Winners will be notified via email by June 7, 2025.

Service Overview

Key Features:

• - AI Self-Analysis: Understand your academic strengths and weaknesses.
• - AI Dialogue Functionality: Engage in simulated interview scenarios to enhance oral communication skills.
• - Essay Feedback: Receive tailored advice and corrections for your essays and motivation letters.
• - Study Plan Creation: Customized study schedules to fit personal timelines and goals.
• - Comprehensive Learning Content: Access a diverse range of study materials tailored for entrance exam preparation.
• - Progress Tracking: Monitor your improvements and adjust your plans as needed.

Pricing Plans:

• - Monthly Subscription: 1,980 yen (tax included)
• - Annual Plan: 19,800 yen (tax included)

Future Developments

The vision behind SmartAO is to create a supportive environment for diverse exam types, paving the way for students to select paths that genuinely reflect their aspirations. MONONO emphasizes inclusivity, intending to dismantle barriers related to location, time, or financial constraints to create accessible educational opportunities.

As university entrance reforms continue to evolve, MONONO plans to expand the features of SmartAO further, which includes a proposed group plan targeted towards educational institutions by the end of 2025.

About MONONO

MONONO LLC is headquartered in the Shibuya area of Tokyo, Japan, and was established in October 2023, guided by CEO Ayaka Kuromaru. The company focuses on developing and providing educational applications that cater to the evolving needs of students. For more information about SmartAO, visit SmartAO's official website.

Contact Information

If you have any inquiries regarding this announcement, please contact:

• - MONONO LLC Public Relations Department
• - Email: [email protected]

SmartAO is set to redefine how students approach their university entrance examinations, making preparation more accessible, effective, and tailored to individual needs.