Karri is a screen‑free voice messenger device for children that lets them send quick voice notes to approved contacts with a single physical button, while continuously sharing GPS location, battery status, and SOS alerts to a companion iOS/Android app for parents. The system provides end‑to‑end encrypted communication, geofencing safe‑area notifications, and peer‑to‑peer voice chat without the distractions of a smartphone, giving parents peace of mind and kids independent, safe play.
Funding
$2.7M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
8OEVFounders
Product
Problem
Parents need a way for children to stay in touch and be located safely without giving them a screen‑based phone, which can be distracting and raise privacy concerns. Traditional devices either lack real‑time voice communication, reliable GPS tracking, or parental controls, leaving families without a simple, secure solution for independent play.
Solution
Karri offers a dedicated, screen‑free voice messenger device for kids that connects to a companion iOS/Android app for parents. Children can send quick voice notes by pressing a physical button, while the device continuously transmits GPS location, battery status, and SOS alerts to the app. Parents can create virtual safe zones, receive instant notifications if a child leaves an area, and manage approved contacts for peer‑to‑peer chats. The device operates on 5G/4G/3G and Wi‑Fi with an integrated SIM, providing reliable connectivity without requiring a smartphone. All communications are end‑to‑end encrypted, and the hardware is waterproof, drop‑resistant, and designed for up to two days of standby use.
Target Audience
Karri is aimed at parents and guardians of children aged 5‑12 who want a safe, screen‑free communication tool, as well as schools or youth organizations seeking controlled peer messaging and location monitoring.
Features
- Physical button interface for one‑touch voice messaging, eliminating screen distraction
- Live GPS tracking with battery level reporting and geofencing safe‑area alerts
- SOS button that instantly notifies parents of emergencies
- Peer‑to‑peer voice chat between Karri devices, with parental approval controls
- Integrated SIM card supporting 5G/4G/3G and Wi‑Fi for nationwide coverage
- End‑to‑end encryption of all voice messages and location data
- Waterproof, drop‑resistant hardware with up to 2 days standby battery life
- Bluetooth pairing for initial setup, then autonomous operation via cellular network