Xiaodu Launched X8 Plus Smart Speaker for Global Hotels
The device introduces new AI hotel room controls for international markets through a partnership with redONE.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Hotels
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Xiaodu Technology has officially released the X8 Plus smart speaker, marking a significant expansion into international hotel markets. The device leverages regional servers and large language models to provide advanced room control features for overseas hospitality environments.
Why it matters
This rollout allows the company to adapt its successful domestic smart hospitality model to international network requirements. By partnering with Malaysian operator redONE, Xiaodu aims to meet specific operational and interaction needs of foreign hotel rooms.
The X8 Plus supports dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi and includes infrared, temperature, and humidity sensing capabilities. Xiaodu currently operates across 90,000 hotels and 3 million rooms in China.
The players
Xiaodu Technology
This is a technology company that holds a dominant position in the Chinese smart speaker market.
redONE
This is a Malaysian network operator that has entered into a strategic partnership to support Xiaodu's expansion.
The details
The X8 Plus smart speaker features English voice interaction using the wake word Hey Dumo. It integrates directly with hotel room control unit systems to coordinate appliances and environmental settings for guests.
Timeline
Xiaodu initiated its formal globalization strategy in April 2026.
The X8 Plus smart speaker officially launched on September 24, 2026.
Roadmap
This release represents a strategic shift as Xiaodu attempts to scale its domestic model to the international hospitality sector. It follows a trajectory where established smart-home leaders export proven Chinese IoT ecosystems to compete in emerging Southeast Asian markets.
Travelers staying at hotels equipped with this technology can use the Hey Dumo wake word to control room temperature and devices via voice command. Guests should check for device availability in room listings as the company expands its deployment across Southeast Asia.
The takeaway
The move suggests a broader industry effort to standardize voice-activated hospitality experiences through local server integration. Travelers can expect to see increased automation in hotel rooms as IoT providers prioritize regional language support and multilingual capabilities.
Further reading
For more on the evolution of smart room technology, visit the Hotels section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Manila times.
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