Proposed "Haromoni," a monitor that allows users to exchange messages with their smartphones, and "Haropochi," a button that allows users to send messages to their smartphones.
- The following is content from the press release -
(Headquarters: Osaka; President: Hidekuni Kuroda) will release two IoT devices, "Haromoni" and "Haropochi," the second in a series of products from "Hello! Family.", a brand that supports next-generation family communication, on Tuesday, September 19.
Hello! Family." is a brand that supports new forms of family communication, which we will launch in March 2023. With the brand message of "Family 'now' is more connected. With "Hello! Family." as its brand message, the brand aims to help families feel closer to each other even when they are apart, and to activate positive communication by praising and cheering each other on for small actions in daily life.
As the first in the series, we have released "Harokoko," a GPS that allows users to check their children's location, "Harotag," a tag that can be attached to children's belongings to check for lost items, and "Harofami Appli," which allows users to check location information and messages, and has been well received as a new tool for keeping an eye on families.
For the second phase, we are releasing two products: "Haromoni," a monitor with a microphone and camera that allows children to easily send voice messages to their smartphones, and "Haropochi," a button that can notify a smartphone of a message just by pressing it. Messages sent from these IoT devices can be viewed on the "Harofami App," a smartphone app that is currently being distributed, allowing families to easily and enjoyably share their "now" with each other.
Through "Hello! Family.", Kokuyo promotes children's independence and supports a comfortable working environment for parents,
We will work to realize the "Autonomous Cooperative Society" future scenario that we envision.
About the new products "Haromoni" and "Haropochi
Monitor "Haromoni" that can exchange messages with smartphones
A monitor with a microphone and camera allows the child's voice message and facial expression at that moment to be sent to the smartphone. It also displays the whereabouts of the parents, providing peace of mind for children who are away from home. It is a communication tool for children who do not have a smartphone.
Colors available: Icing turquoise, sugar pink (2 colors in total)
Retail price: 16,280 yen (tax included)
This product requires a Wi-Fi connection and cannot be used in environments where Wi-Fi communication is not available.
HaroPochi," a button that allows you to send a message to your smartphone with a pop of a button
When a child presses "Haro-Pochi" at the moment of "I could do it! moments, they can get a badge and an immediate response from their parents, helping them to form the habit in a fun way. The design and role of assigned messages and buttons can be changed, so the system can be used for a long time as the child grows.
Color range: sherbet blue, coral pink, custard yellow (3 colors in total)
Retail price: 4,840 yen (tax included)
Sales Locations
Family." series are all available for purchase on the official "Hello! Family." website* (*Delivery will be made through the official Kokuyo Stationery Online Shop).
Campaign Information
Family." series from the official "Hello! Family." website for 20,000 yen (including tax) or more at a 10% discount from the purchase price until October 31. We recommend that you take this opportunity to purchase "Haromoni" and "Haropochi", "Haromoni" and "Harokoko", etc. as a set.
Hello! Family." series
I'm here now! GPS "Harokoko" to communicate "I'm here now!
The GPS function allows you to know where your child is and his/her route in real time. If you register a frequently visited place, the application will notify you when your child departs or arrives, making it easy to know where your child is.
Available in whipped green and marshmallow pink (two colors in total)
Suggested Retail Price: 6,930 yen (including tax), exclusive soft case (3 types) 1,980 yen (including tax)
*A separate communication fee of 580 yen per month (tax included) will be charged.
Have you got it right? Tag "Harotagu" to check "Have you got it right?
By carrying a child's belongings with "Harotag" attached in combination with "Harokoko", the application can immediately check if the child has forgotten anything even when away from home. This app watches over not only the child's whereabouts, but also his/her belongings.
Available in: Candy Green, Mango Yellow (2 colors in total)
Manufacturer's suggested retail price: 3,960 yen (tax included)
Bulletin board application "Halofami App" to keep an eye on the "now" of the family
This application allows users to check the whereabouts and travel routes of family members, as well as exchange messages and keep track of family members' schedules all at once. It supports family connections by keeping an eye on the "now" of the family.
Retail price: Free for download. Monthly fees may apply for some plans.
The prices shown in the text are the actual selling prices at the Kokuyo Stationery Online Shop as of September 12, 2023.
." Video of "Hello! Family." parent-child hands-on experience available
Prior to the launch of the new products "Haromoni" and "Haropochi," an event was held at Kokuyo's Shinagawa office, THE CAMPUS, where parents and children could experience the new products. The event can be viewed at the following URL.
