Ato

Ato: Screen-Free AI Companion for Seniors

Ato is a screen-free AI companion designed for seniors and built for families. Assembled in San Francisco, it helps older adults stay connected with their loved ones without the struggle of traditional technology. The device is voice-first, requiring a smartphone only once for setup, and is designed to foster connection, curiosity, and independence.

Key Features

• Reminders: Gentle nudges for medications, appointments, birthdays, and everyday routines.
• Family App: Allows families to receive activity reports, send messages, set reminders, and manage the device remotely.
• Messages & Calls: Users can send voice notes, text, and call loved ones directly via the app or device.
• Brain Games: Screen-free games and daily challenges to boost cognitive activity.
• Natural Conversations & Proactive Check-ins: Engages users in daily check-ins and natural conversations in over 50 languages.
• Entertainment & Information: Provides web search, answers, news, weather, sports, and access to over 30,000 radio stations.
• Privacy & Security: Encrypts personal data, never shares conversation transcripts with family members, and is HIPAA, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type I and Type II certified.

Pricing

• Device: Regular price is $179, with limited-time launch offers available.
• Free Membership: Includes essentials, messages, reminders, radio, and a monthly limit on conversation time.
• Paid Membership: $20.75 per month (billed yearly at $249) for unlimited conversations, full proactivity, early access to new features, and priority human support.
• Organizations: Volume pricing and flexible deployment available for senior living, healthcare, and community programs.

Use Cases

• Helping seniors stay in touch with family members through voice notes and calls without navigating complex screens.
• Providing daily medication and routine reminders for older adults.
• Offering cognitive stimulation through screen-free brain games.
• Delivering peace of mind to families through activity reports and proactive check-ins.

Getting Started

Website: https://heyato.ai/

Ato bridges the technology gap for older adults by offering a simple, voice-activated companion that enhances daily routines and keeps families closely connected, regardless of distance.