This study examined the current state of digital learning literacy and educational technology adoption among university students in the era of artificial intelligence (AI). A survey was conducted with 40 students from a university in Hong Kong to explore their use of hardware devices and technologies for learning purposes, as well as their levels of digital learning literacy across various domains. The findings reveal a strong preference for mobile devices, with half of the participants reporting that they do not use desktop computers for learning activities. While traditional learning management systems and video conferencing tools remain the most commonly utilised educational technologies, AI-powered tools have emerged as a significant part of students’ learning routines, with over 90% of the participants using them daily. Students demonstrated higher levels of digital learning literacy in domains of ethics and AI, but lower levels in domains such as hardware, security, software and multimedia. A weak positive correlation was identified between students’ digital learning literacy and educational technology adoption. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions to enhance students’ digital competencies, and foster a supportive learning environment that equips them to thrive in an AI-driven society.