The Duolingo app just got two major updates. Here’s what’s new

Duolingo, the most popular language learning app, has always offered fun and interactive ways to learn new languages. Now, it has added two new features that make it even more feature-rich. As part of its latest update, the app now includes Adventures and Video Calling.

Adventures is a fun feature that lets you explore different environments and scenarios within the Duolingo universe. It features two characters, Lily and Oscar. Adventures is designed to help you improve your language skills by putting you in simulated real-world situations.

Currently, there is one adventure available for each course unit. It is only available to English speakers learning French and Spanish speakers learning English. However, more languages ​​will be added in the coming weeks and months.

Duolingo’s new video calling feature uses artificial intelligence to help you practice your conversational skills in a realistic environment. As the title suggests, the feature lets you video call, in this case with Duolingo character Lily. You can converse as you would with a real person, but in a pressure-free environment.

Duolingo explains that “video calling is designed to simulate natural dialogue and provides a personalized and interactive practice environment.” Some Duolingo users tell us that the video calling option is already appearing in the app, though there’s no sign of Adventures yet.

Finally, Duolingo announced a new partnership with Loog, a maker of portable instruments. The collaboration has launched a new three-octave electric piano that is compatible with the Duolingo Music course. The device retails for $249 and is currently available for pre-order, with shipping expected to begin in November.

Duolingo is well-established as one of the best language learning apps available, and these updates seem like solid additions to continue that momentum. They also make up for the fact that Duolingo gave its app icon a makeover earlier this year.