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1. THE BEGINNING
This innovation initially came to life when…
…we noticed the evolution of social networks and how in these days the authenticity layer and the basic way of communication is gone. The market is now being educated to use voice as a digital tool (Siri, Alexa , Google search , Waze , etc.) HearMeOut is adding the voice layer on social interactions.
2. WHAT & HOW
The purpose of this innovation is to…
…enable people to express their authentic voice on social interactions. The company technology is developed to work on various third party platforms such as connected cars, wearables etc allowing a hands free social interaction.
It does this by…
…short audio recordings that can be shared all across social media . The recording are categorized for a more efficient consumption of social media and future revenue purposes.
3. PURPOSE & BENEFITS
This innovation improves on what came before because…
…we are focused on the connected car area. We have signed a deal with Ford motors to be available in their dashboard, allowing people to use the app safely and legally while they drive and have recently joined SDL that includes 34% of all car manufacturers in the United States.
Its various benefits to the customer/end-user include…
…a social hand free experience and since the app sync with Facebook and Twitter (among others) this is the first time you can be active in these platforms while you dirve in a safe way.
4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
In the past, this problem was solved by…
…people simply broke the law and texted while they drive. We give a safe and intuitive solution to socializing behind the wheel.
Its predecessors/competitors include…
…other voice based social networks Anchor, Bubbly, none of which have a connected car platform that we are aware of.
5. TARGET MARKET
It is made for…
…millennials and drivers in general that want to listen and share audio content on the go.
It is available for sale through…
The Apple store and Google Play market as well as the Ford App store.
FINE PRINT: This SMART 100 profile and the information it contains is a duplication of content submitted by the applicant during the entry process. As a function of entry, applicants were required to declare that all details are factually correct, do not infringe on another’s intellectual property and are not unlawful, threatening, defamatory, invasive of privacy, obscene, or otherwise objectionable. Some profiles have been edited for reasons of space and clarity.