- The following is content from the press release -
(headquartered in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan; Akio Hosono, Chairman & CEO; hereinafter referred to as "I-O DATA") announced today that it has developed a new video phone terminal for seniors, the "I-O DATAmemet KM-ST01The general public will be able to purchase the "MARUHAMMER".
Sold at: direct sales site "ioPLAZA", Rakuten Ichiba
| model number | Shipping Schedule | Estimated selling price |
|---|---|---|
| KM-ST01 | Late April | 24,800 yen (tax included) |
Sales started at "ioPLAZA," I-O DATA's direct sales site, and "Rakuten" (Japanese only)
▼ioPLAZA sales page
https://www.ioplaza.jp/shop/g/g1000-01768752-00000001
Rakuten Ichiba sales page
https://item.rakuten.co.jp/superdeal/15316kmst01202504
Product Features
This product is a new communication tool that allows easy video calling even for those who are not good at operating smartphones.
- Simple operation
Only three buttons are needed to make a call. There is no need for complicated operations such as those required with smartphones and tablets. - No Internet installation or setup required, just plug it into an outlet.
Since the SIM is built into the main unit, there is no need for an Internet environment or Wi-Fi connection. Simply turn on the power and it is ready to use. - Up to 3 contacts can be registered
Through a dedicated application, family members and close friends can be registered and video calls can be made at the push of a button. - Reliable Monthly Plan
Available from 980 yen/month (tax included). Plans are available according to frequency of use.
Price/monthly plan(Tax included)
- Price: 24,800 yen
- Service Usage Monthly Fee Plan
Lite Plan 980 yen/month (videophone available for 1 hour/month)
Basic Plan: 1,480 yen/month (videophone available: 4 hours/month)
Premium Plan 1,980 yen/month (videophone available for 8 hours/month)
Additional videophone time is available for 500 yen per hour (tax included) during the month.
*If time is exceeded, the call will switch to a voice call. Voice calls are unlimited.
*Monthly plans can be changed at any time.
~Voice of Pre-purchase Users~.
MEMET was sold in advance through "Makuake," a support purchase service, from 2/20 (Thu.) to 3/18 (Tue.). We received a great deal of feedback and earnest wishes in the support comments, some of which are introduced below.
I was having trouble communicating with my father and mother, who live in an elderly care facility with mild dementia. I was impressed by the fact that it was tested on real elderly people."
I was having trouble making video calls after I changed my phone model.
This will help revive the grandparent-grandchild interaction."
I am a long distance caregiver. My parents were having trouble answering the phone and we had no Wi-Fi."
Whenever I called my grandparents, who are over 90 years old, I told them that I wish I could see their faces. That's when I learned about this product and decided to purchase it. I am looking forward to seeing my grandparents' happy faces!"
I'm applying for this program for my 94 year old father who is deaf and can only speak one way on his cell phone. I'm counting on you!"
Related URL
▼"memet" special site
https://www.iodata.jp/ssp/memet/index.htm
▼ "memet" product page
https://www.iodata.jp/product/av/memet/km-st01/index.htm
▼ Issued on Thursday, February 20, 2025: Press release on the start of pre-sales
https://www.iodata.jp/news/2025/press/pr003.htm
Contact for inquiries about "memet" (individual and corporate customers)
https://www.iodata.jp/support/before/contactus.htm
*Company and product names mentioned in this release are registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective companies.
*The information in this release is current as of the date of publication. Please refer to our website for the latest information as it is subject to change without notice.
I-O DATA DEVICE Co.
Company name : I-O DATA DEVICES, INC.
Head Office: 3-10 Sakurada-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Establishment : January 10, 1976
Representative: Akio Hosono, Chairman of the Board
Capital : 3,588 million yen
Home Page: https://www.iodata.jp/
Founded in 1976, the company is an electronic equipment manufacturer headquartered in Fujisawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture.
The company has been engaged in the development, manufacture and sale of digital device peripherals, software and related services.
