FOR
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Diaper+ announces the
smart, mobile connected diaper sensor for infants and adults
Making
life happier, healthier, and more comfortable for diaper wearers,
parents and caregivers
Taipei,
Taiwan, December 12, 2017 -
Diaper+
is pleased to announce the start of the crowdfunding campaign for the
new Diaper+ smart diaper sensor. Perfect for novice parents and for
caregivers, Diaper+ provides instant mobile updates and alerts on the
state of a diaper, so it can be changed before it becomes
uncomfortable, but without requiring constant checking – making life
far easier for all parents and caregivers. Diaper+ can be used by both
infants and adults, and it provides a discrete, low cost solution to
one of the most serious and tiring everyday challenges of parenting and
caregiving. Diaper+ is suitable for use in homes, care homes, clinics
and hospitals.
Unlike competing devices which only monitor the moisture level, Diaper+
tracks temperature changes, with finely-tuned analysis of this data to
produce far more accurate and timely information. Diaper+ constantly
monitors the diaper, so there's no need to wake babies or disturb the
diaper wearer with frequent intrusive checking or questions. But as
soon as the diaper needs to be changed, the parent or caregiver is
alerted and can take prompt action, preventing discomfort and greatly
reducing the risk of diaper rash and soiled clothes and bedding. For
the elderly, the discrete monitoring of Diaper+ helps preserve dignity
and self-respect.
The device and its accompanying mobile app provide remote notification
to mobile phones and tablets, so parents and caregivers can monitor the
situation and be alerted, wherever they are. This provides adult
caregivers far more freedom to run errands, care for multiple children
or adults, take a well-earned rest, do housework and so on, while still
being able to quickly attend to the needs of their family members and
care recipients.
Diaper+ communicates via Bluetooth, with a range of 10 meters indoors
and 15 meters outdoors. However, the range is extended by the Diaper+
app, which can relay diaper status information and warnings to any
compatible internet-connected mobile device, anywhere. The app can let
the primary caregiver closely monitor the situation when a child or
elderly relative is left in the care of another person. And, as the app
keeps a record of important events – including urination, diaper
checking, and diaper changes – it is also an easy way to monitor the
wearer’s health and comfort over time and to keep track of the diaper
supply. The app is available for Android devices (Android 4.3 and
above), and a version is under development for iPhones and other Apple
IoS devices (IoS 5 and above).
The slim, comfortable and lightweight Diaper+ monitor measures only 3cm
x 1cm and weighs just 12g, so it attaches easily to the diaper without
causing discomfort. Diaper+ is securely encased in a soft medical
antibacterial silicone cover, and can be easily cleaned and sterilized
by wiping with alcohol. The safe, low power battery is estimated to
provide sufficient power for approximately 4 months of normal use.
Visit the Diaper+ website at: http://www.diaperplus.com.tw
Keep up to date with Diaper+ on Facebook at: Diaper+ Remote Urine Sensor
Diaper+ is currently priced at $68. Read more about the Diaper+
crowdfunding campaign and join in at: https://goo.gl/mvLtKn
About
Diaper+
Diaper+ is focused on simple, affordable and easy-to-use devices that
make life happier, healthier, and more comfortable for diaper wearers,
parents and caregivers. Diaper+ is the product of years of effort and
research. It is a team effort, a collaborative project that draws upon
the strengths of academia and industry in Taiwan. Taiwan’s National
Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology, provided technical
advice on human factor devices, Edwin Wu and EzTransducer Technology
handled product R&D and app design, Cardinal Tien Junior
College of Healthcare and Management assisted with algorithm
construction, China University of Science and Technology contributed
system integration services, Chung Hwa University of Medical Technology
then provided clinical testing, and Kevin Wu and Ching Chun Technology
were responsible for brand marketing.