Sonae Dempa Terms of Service

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Magic Display Technology Co., Ltd.

This document is an English translation of the original Japanese "Sonae Dempa Terms of Service" (https://www.iiidmagic.com/products/sonaedempa/terms-of-service/). In the event of any discrepancy between the Japanese and English versions, the Japanese version shall prevail.

These Terms of Service (these "Terms") set forth the conditions for using "Sonae Dempa," an application for Android provided by Magic Display Technology Co., Ltd. ("we," "us," or "our") (the "App"). Users shall use the App after agreeing to these Terms.

Article 1 (Application)

  1. These Terms apply to all relationships between us and users regarding the use of the App.
  2. The handling of user information in the App is governed by the separately established "Sonae Dempa Privacy Policy" (https://www.iiidmagic.com/products/sonaedempa/privacy-policy/en/), which forms part of these Terms.

Article 2 (Definitions)

  1. "Dedicated Hardware" means the main unit and accessories of "Sonae Dempa," the disaster-preparedness TV tuner sold by us.
  2. "Broadcast Content" means programs, data broadcasts, and other information transmitted by each broadcaster via terrestrial digital television broadcasting.

Article 3 (License)

Subject to these Terms, we grant users a non-exclusive, non-transferable, and non-sublicensable right to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes.

Article 4 (Operating Environment)

  1. Use of the App requires the Dedicated Hardware and a device running Android 11 or later that supports USB OTG.
  2. Even on a device running a supported OS, the App may not operate properly depending on the device model or settings.
  3. Reception conditions vary depending on the region, terrain, buildings, weather, antenna placement, the transmission conditions of broadcasters, and other factors. We do not guarantee that broadcasts can be received in every location or under every condition.

Article 5 (Prohibited Acts)

When using the App, users shall not engage in any of the following acts:

  1. Acts that violate laws and regulations or public order and morals
  2. Acts of reproducing, publicly transmitting, distributing, selling, or otherwise using Broadcast Content in violation of the Copyright Act or other laws
  3. Acts of decompiling, disassembling, reverse engineering, or modifying the App, or creating derivative works of the App (except to the extent permitted by law)
  4. Acts of using the App or the Dedicated Hardware in a manner not intended by us or for an improper purpose
  5. Acts that infringe the rights or interests of us or any third party
  6. Any other acts that we reasonably determine to be inappropriate

Article 6 (Broadcast Content)

  1. Copyrights and other rights in Broadcast Content belong to the respective broadcasters and legitimate rights holders.
  2. The content and accuracy of Broadcast Content, and whether and when it is broadcast, are the responsibility of each broadcaster, and we are not involved in them.

Article 7 (Safety Precautions)

  1. Do not use the App while driving a car or other vehicle. Looking at a screen while driving is prohibited by law and may cause a serious accident.
  2. Do not use the App while walking, while riding a bicycle, or in any other situation that requires you to pay attention to your surroundings for safety.
  3. Watching for long periods consumes the device's battery. In the event of a disaster, pay close attention to the device's remaining battery level.

Article 8 (Precautions Regarding Use During Disasters)

  1. The App is provided as one means of receiving broadcast information during disasters and other emergencies, and does not guarantee that information can be obtained reliably or ensure the safety of life or body.
  2. Users shall also make use of information issued by public authorities such as the national government, local governments, and the Japan Meteorological Agency, disaster prevention radio systems, and other sources of information, and shall ensure their own safety based on their own judgment.

Article 9 (Changes to and Discontinuation of the App)

We may change the content of the App, provide updates, or discontinue the provision of the App without prior notice to users. However, if such action will have a significant impact on users, we will endeavor to announce it in advance on our website or by other means.

Article 10 (Intellectual Property Rights)

Copyrights, trademark rights, and other intellectual property rights relating to the App belong to us or to legitimate rights holders. The license granted under these Terms does not transfer any of these rights to users.

Article 11 (Disclaimer of Warranties)

We do not guarantee that the App is free of defects or errors, that it is fit for any particular purpose, or that it will be continuously available.

Article 12 (Limitation of Liability)

  1. We shall not be liable for any damage incurred by users as a result of using or being unable to use the App, except where such damage is caused by our willful misconduct or gross negligence.
  2. If the exemption in the preceding paragraph is not permitted under the Consumer Contract Act of Japan or other laws and regulations, our liability shall be limited to ordinary and direct damage caused by our negligence (excluding gross negligence).
  3. The warranty for the Dedicated Hardware and the handling of defects in the Dedicated Hardware are subject to the warranty card included with the Dedicated Hardware or to conditions separately specified by us.

Article 13 (Google Play)

  1. The terms of service established by Google LLC apply to the downloading and updating of the App.
  2. We are responsible for the App, and Google LLC is not the provider of the App.

Article 14 (Changes to These Terms)

In accordance with Article 548-4 of the Civil Code of Japan, we may change these Terms if the change conforms to the general interests of users, or if the change is reasonable in light of the necessity of the change, the appropriateness of its content, and other circumstances. In such a case, we will announce the revised content and its effective date on our website or by other means before the effective date.

Article 15 (Governing Law and Jurisdiction)

  1. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan.
  2. If any dispute arises in relation to the App or these Terms, the Tokyo District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction as the court of first instance by agreement.