IRVINE, CA – February 5, 2025 – EON Reality, a global leader in Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) solutions for education and industry, today announced the release of a groundbreaking white paper that explores the transformative potential of low-cost, specialized AI models for global learning. This new approach aims to democratize access to high-quality education, training, and expertise across the globe, especially in underserved regions like the Global South, where access to advanced technology is often limited by infrastructure and affordability barriers.
The white paper, titled “EON Reality’s Expansion into Low-Cost AI Models: Empowering Global Education and Training”, details how small, specialized AI models that cost as little as $30 to train—compared to traditional large models that can cost tens of thousands—are revolutionizing the way personalized, immersive learning is delivered. These models can run offline, be customized for specific sectors, and operate on low-cost devices, making them an ideal solution for remote or low-connectivity areas.
EON Reality’s innovative approach aims to leverage these cost-effective AI solutions to provide high-quality training in critical sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, disaster response, and education, ensuring expert-level knowledge is available to individuals and communities regardless of location. Through immersive simulations, real-time feedback, and interactive content, EON Reality is transforming traditional learning paradigms, enabling learners to gain practical skills and knowledge in real-world environments without relying on expensive infrastructure or constant internet connectivity.
“Our vision has always been to make world-class training and learning available to everyone, regardless of where they are in the world,” Dan Lejerskar, Chairman of EON Reality. “This white paper represents a pivotal moment in achieving that goal. By combining the power of small, specialized AI models with immersive technology, we are breaking down the barriers that have traditionally excluded communities in remote and underserved regions from accessing the expertise they need to thrive. This is a game-changer for global education, healthcare, and workforce development.”
The white paper outlines how EON Reality is transitioning from large, generalized language models to small, customized language models that can be deployed offline on devices in resource-limited regions. The benefits of this transition are multi-fold:
- Affordability: With training costs under $30 per model, these AI solutions are significantly more cost-effective than traditional models.
- Customizability: Models can be tailored to specific regions, industries, and languages, providing localized expertise in areas like medical triage, agriculture, engineering, and disaster management.
- Offline Capability: These models can operate on a variety of devices without the need for continuous internet access, making them ideal for remote or rural areas.
- Scalability: EON Reality can reach millions of learners, including smallholder farmers, first responders, and healthcare workers, in emerging markets and low-resource environments.
Key takeaways from the white paper include the opportunity for low-cost AI models to help close the digital divide by providing access to high-quality training in regions with limited resources. In healthcare, small AI models can train medical staff in remote hospitals to perform life-saving tasks such as triage and emergency care. In agriculture, AI models can provide farmers with expert guidance on improving crop yields and sustainability. In disaster management, offline AI-powered simulations can help train responders in life-threatening situations, enhancing their preparedness and response time.

“We believe that small, specialized AI models will be key to unlocking the potential of underserved communities around the world,” added EON Reality’s head of development team. “This approach makes advanced learning technologies available where they’re needed most—allowing individuals in the Global South to access world-class training that’s highly relevant to their careers and local needs. EON Reality is not only creating solutions for today’s challenges but also laying the groundwork for a sustainable, AI-powered future for global education.”
EON Reality invites policymakers, educational leaders, technology providers, and other stakeholders to explore the full white paper to understand how small AI models can be a game-changing force in making education, healthcare, and workforce development more accessible, affordable, and impactful.
Download Full White Paper: The complete text of “EON Reality’s Expansion into Low-Cost AI Models: Empowering Global Education and Training” can be accessed here.
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About EON Reality
EON Reality, a world leader in AI-assisted Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality-based knowledge transfer, is dedicated to making knowledge available, transferable, and accessible globally. Our innovative AR/VR products with AI Autonomous Agent-driven Text to XR Conversion are transforming education and industry the way we teach, learn, and perform, making us a pivotal player in the future of learning and technology. For more information, please visit www.eonreality.com.