Proof of Usefulness Report

memoryOS

Analysis completed on 2/3/2026

+282
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

memoryOS demonstrates strong core utility and innovation, backed by a highly successful Kickstarter ($640k+) and a credible founder (2x World Memory Champion). The 3D 'Mind Palace' gamification is a significant technical differentiator in the ed-tech space. However, the submission itself was poor, containing exaggerated claims ('most people have used my product', 'reach: everyone') and missing financial data. External verification confirms a substantial user base (~500k claimed) but also highlights operational challenges, including customer support complaints and billing disputes (Reddit/App Store). The score reflects high potential and product-market fit, heavily penalized by the low quality of the submission and operational red flags.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility0.25)
Audience Reach Impact0.20)
Technical Innovation0.15)
Evidence Of Traction0.25)
Market Timing Relevance0.10)
Functional Completeness0.05)
Subtotal+313.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+282

Project Details

Description
memoryOS is an innovative ed-tech tool that equips individuals with essential Learning and Memory Management skills & tools to thrive in an increasingly information-rich digital world. Everyone’s been there — trying to remember something important, only to draw a blank when it matters. We’re fed endless knowledge but aren’t taught how to retain it. This is a widespread pain - research shows that every 5th person complains about their bad memory. Further studies reveal that within the first hour, 50% of new information is forgotten, escalating to 90% within just the first week. memoryOS solves this problem by gamifying and combining the most effective memory techniques and learning methods. Our innovative ed-tech app equips individuals with essential Learning and Memory Management skills & tools to thrive in an information-rich digital world. Imagine a world where our minds get a ‘save button’. memoryOS enables people to transfer needed information from their short-term to their long-term memory. Co-founded by 2X World Memory Champion Jonas von Essen, memoryOS is born from a journey of transformation — from struggling to remember to memorizing the first 100,000 digits of Pi and winning on shows like Jeopardy and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire. Jonas is featured on BBC, The New York Times, Independent, The Times, The Telegraph and more. Imagine a world where our minds get a 'save button'.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline