Gizmo
Gizmo offers an AI-powered flashcard maker that converts various sources into flashcards, utilizing spaced repetition and active recall techniques to enhance learning efficiency.
Services
Gizmo offers a range of AI-powered services aimed at enhancing learning efficiency. Key services include converting various sources such as PDFs, YouTube videos, PowerPoints, notes, and Quizlet sets into flashcards. Additionally, Gizmo's platform utilizes spaced repetition and active recall techniques to bolster study effectiveness. Users can organize their flashcards into folders and share them with friends. The platform also features a quiz maker and a free alternative to Quizlet's learn mode, which includes multiple choice, true or false, and fill-in-the-gap questions. A premium subscription is available for users wishing to avoid timeouts imposed by a heart system similar to Duolingo.
Products
Gizmo's main product is its AI-powered flashcard maker. This tool allows users to convert content from various sources—including PDFs, YouTube videos, PowerPoints, notes, and Quizlet sets—into flashcards. The product also includes a PDF summarizer, which transforms PDFs into flashcards, and supports exporting flashcards for use outside the platform. Additional features include a mobile app, a quiz maker for generating quizzes from flashcards, and a competitive quiz mode that allows users to race friends. Gizmo's product offerings cater to both free and premium subscribers.
Mobile App
Gizmo offers a mobile app designed to provide on-the-go access to its suite of learning tools. The app enables users to convert various content sources into flashcards, organize them into folders, and share study materials with friends. Key features include the ability to quiz oneself, a heart system for tracking activity, and a free alternative to Quizlet's learn mode. Available for both free and premium users, the app facilitates efficient learning through spaced repetition and active recall techniques.
Community & Social Media
Gizmo maintains an active presence on various platforms to engage with its community. This includes a Discord community where users can discuss study strategies, share materials, and get support. Additionally, Gizmo has a presence on TikTok, providing educational content and platform updates to a broader audience. The company also offers a blog featuring educational content aimed at enhancing learning experiences for users.
Founders
The founders of Gizmo are Cambridge alumni. Leveraging their academic backgrounds, the founders have developed an AI-powered platform designed to enhance learning efficiency through innovative techniques such as spaced repetition and active recall. Their educational experiences have shaped the company's mission to provide effective and accessible learning tools for users globally.