Meet Merlyn Origin

Software-based AI voice assistant for teacher computers

More moments that matter

Teachers are a school’s primary driver of student success, but the demands of today’s classrooms are endlessly getting in their way. Merlyn Origin clears a new path.

Merlyn’s voice control of technology is like an AI superpower, allowing educators to simply and quickly use their voice to get answers, access their favorite teaching tools, share resources, set timers, manage presentations, play videos, and so much more.

With Merlyn at their side, teachers have the time and bandwidth to create more moments that matter.

“A phenomenally innovative product that should be in every classroom.”

Merlyn Origin in the classroom

Merlyn Origin delivers the power of AI to any teacher with a computer. With only a remote control, a USB receiver, and a browser extension, Merlyn Origin enables voice and remote control of PCs and Macs and connects to any front-of-class display.

Control classroom tech with voice

Merlyn Origin’s natural language voice control makes using technology simple. Origin works with the tools teachers already use, automating common instructional workflows and allowing districts to get the most out of their existing technology investments.

Answer questions in the moment

Merlyn Origin’s chat feature delivers K12-appropriate answers, relevant images, source links, and extension questions that reward student curiosity and foster authentic engagement. Built on the first LLM designed specifically for education, Merlyn generates content from educational resources, shows attribution to source material, and prioritizes low hallucinations.

Prep at the push
of a button

Merlyn Origin’s Lesson Builder and Rubric Builder allow teachers to create high-quality lesson plans and rubrics that support proficiency toward stated objectives with a focus on differentiation for students with diverse learning needs.


Teachers Merlyn Origin

Merlyn Origin is saving time, reducing tech stress, and fostering teacher-student engagement in thousands of classrooms. Super-users are interacting with Origin every 5 to 10 minutes during the school day.

30+

actions/day
active users

50+

actions/day
in top schools

100+

actions/day
for super users

FAQs

Which Merlyn is right for my schools?

Merlyn Origin delivers the power of AI to any teacher with a computer. With only a remote control, a USB receiver, and a browser extension, Merlyn Origin enables voice and remote control of PCs and Macs and connects to any front-of-class display.

Merlyn Display offers the Merlyn AI assistant in select Newline interactive panels. With Merlyn Display, teachers can control their panels with their voice and remote control from anywhere in the classroom.

What’s in the box?

Merlyn Origin is a software-based solution that requires a Chrome extension and the Merlyn Desktop Application. For each Merlyn Origin license you purchase, you will receive a Merlyn Origin Remote, a Merlyn USB Receiver, and Safety Certifications. Scan the QR code on the back of the Remote to access installation and support materials.

Can students use Merlyn Origin?

Merlyn is an AI assistant for teachers, not students. By supporting teachers before, during, and after class, Merlyn has the potential to transform educational outcomes for millions of students.

What are the system requirements for Merlyn Origin?

Find the full list of Merlyn Origin system requirements here.

How do I purchase Merlyn Origin?

Merlyn Origin is available through select education resellers in the United States and the UK. For a free demo, fill out the form below.

Book a demo

Schedule a free personalized demo to see our purpose-built solutions in action, and hear how innovative schools are leveraging the power of Merlyn in their classrooms.

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