Calculators Stand Strong Against AI: The Final Count

Calculator Reliability: Despite advancements in AI technology, pocket calculators remain reliable and accurate, with Casio reporting millions of sales annually, particularly in developing regions where affordability and durability are key advantages.

Market Trends: The demand for personal calculators is declining, as smartphones and AI can perform basic calculations, leading to a projected decrease in sales from 45 million in 2019-20 to 39 million by March 2025.

AI in Mathematics: AI models have recently achieved gold-level scores at the International Mathematical Olympiad, showcasing their growing capabilities, although they still fall short of perfect scores achieved by human participants.

Future of Calculators: Experts predict that physical calculators may gradually disappear as students increasingly rely on smartphones for calculations, reflecting a shift in educational tools and technology usage.