Panasonic Won the Gold Award for the Fifth Consecutive Year at the IAUD Award 2016

Tokyo, Japan - On December 9, 2016, the International Association for Universal Design (IAUD) announced the winners of the "IAUD Award 2016" and Panasonic won the Gold Award for the fifth consecutive year for its "Accessibility improvement efforts towards 2020." Panasonic received the highest number of awards among all recipients this year, with its "Home Elevator 1608 JOYMODERN S200V", "Multilingual Speech Translation System", and "G3 Series, Rechargeable In-The-Ear Hearing Aid" also winning the Silver Award as well as 14 other products being selected for the "IAUD Award".

IAUD Award 2016 Gold Award

Accessibility improvement efforts toward 2020

Through the use of ICT devices and robotic technologies, Panasonic is working to realize a society where all individuals, including foreign nationals and the physically challenged, can move from one place to another safely without getting lost. These efforts include information service tailored to specific needs by combining Light ID signs and barrier-free navigation systems, which was launched at the Haneda Airport International Passenger Terminal in FY2015.
Accessibility improvement efforts toward 2020 (Japanese)

IAUD Award 2016 Silver Award

Home Elevator 1608 JOYMODERN S200V

The house you have always lived in can become your final home. Panasonic has developed a home elevator that can be easily installed during home renovations. This product requires less space and fewer installation steps and encourages users, who have previously given up installing an elevator due to factors such as building conditions and costs. This elevator also enables users to take action in case of emergencies such as sending urgent messages and ensures safety while users are getting in and out of it. Its features are easy to understand, and it is also equipped with audio guidance and sound-generating buttons, so users can use it without worry.
Home Elevator 1608 JOYMODERN S200V (Japanese)

Multilingual Speech Translation System

This is the system that ensures smooth communication (conversations) with tourists visiting Japan. The high-precision translation engine and noise-canceling sound technology offer a reliable translation service from Japanese to multiple languages. A nametag-sized device with a neck strap enables hands-free, natural conversations. The intuitive and easy operation and simultaneous translation screen allow users to communicate with ease.
"Omotenashi" (Hospitality) for Inbound Tourists - Panasonic's Multilingual Solutions

G3 Series, Rechargeable In-The-Ear Hearing Aid

This stylish and user-friendly hearing aid is easy to handle even for elderly people, who may have trouble handling small objects. The product does not require users to put in or take out small batteries. Simply place it in the case to charge its batteries. The hearing aid turns itself on automatically when taken out of the case. And a strap that can be integrated into the main unit is included with the product, which prevents users from dropping the hearing aid while walking or jogging.
G3 Series, Rechargeable In-The-Ear Hearing Aid (Japanese)

IAUD Award

The products below are available in the Japanese market.