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ISE 2018: Exhibiting comprehensive live streaming solutions and a sports camera and activity sensor

 

29th January, 2018 –

Cerevo at ISE 2018
Exhibiting comprehensive live streaming solutions including the LiveShell series and FlexTally
as well as the REC-1 and LOG-1 sports camera and activity sensor

Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer based in Tokyo, Japan, will be exhibiting its latest devices at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2018 at RAI Amsterdam in the Netherlands from 6th-9th February 2018.

The lineup will focus on Cerevo’s live streaming products including FlexTally – a wireless tally lamp system, LiveShell X – a 1080/60p H.265 live video streaming device, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities, as well as REC-1 and LOG-1 – a sports action camera with smart sensor technology and Tipron – a transforming, Internet connected projection robot for homes and businesses.


Product Overview

FlexTally
FlexTally is a tally lamp system designed for easy operability and is available at a price range that means even small studios or streaming sites can look to add it to their multi-camera set-ups. FlexTally can be used via either wireless or wired connections for added convenience and its built-in battery allows for portability and use in remote shooting locations.

If you use FlexTally in combination with Cerevo’s live streaming video switcher LiveWedge, no advanced setup is required and users can easily complete installation without special knowledge of video equipment or network connections. The station unit can be connected to LiveWedge by simply connecting to the same Ethernet network as LiveWedge. It is also possible to connect directly to LiveWedge without going through a router. In addition, FlexTally is compatible with other brands’ switchers such as Blackmagic Design’s ATEM series, NewTek’s TriCaster series as well as other switchers that support GPIO-capable connections. You can view more information on FlexTally at – https://flextally.cerevo.com/

LiveShell X
LiveShell X is the latest and most advanced model in Cerevo’s line of award-winning LiveShell devices. The innovative device supports live broadcast streaming with HDMI input encoding at up to 1080/60p in H.265 or H.264 and recording to a microSD card without a PC. LiveShell X provides stable, professional quality streaming. It also supports simultaneous multi-streaming and the ability to add subtitles and lower third graphics. You can view more information on LiveShell X at – https://liveshell.cerevo.com/en/x/

LiveWedge
LiveWedge is a 1080/60p video switcher/mixer with 4x HDMI inputs and the ability to broadcast live video simultaneously via the Internet. It can be controlled with an iOS or Android tablet via the user friendly control app. Video PinP and chroma key composition are supported as well as standard wipe, fade and cut transitions. You can view more information on LiveWedge at – https://livewedge.cerevo.com/en/


Taclim Shoes and Taclim Module
Taclim, the VR haptic feedback system for human limbs that further immerses you in VR worlds creating touch sensations and functions as a controller.

Taclim Shoes (*No display at the stand)
The world’s first VR shoes, “Taclim Shoes” give haptic feedback to your feet in VR via tactile motors. They transmit foot movement instantaneously through the built-in accelerometers and gyroscope sensors, and also via attachable sensors such as the Vive Tracker.

Taclim Module (*Being displayed at the stand)
A haptic feedback device “Taclim Module” with a built-in tactile device creates touch sensations and functions as a controller. Makes it easy to develop a dedicated VR controller that can generate tactile feedback tailored to specific content. You can view more information on Taclim at – https://taclim.cerevo.com/

XON REC-1 and LOG-1
REC-1 is a sports camera and the newest member of Cerevo’s XON series of smart sports devices. REC-1 will be bundled with LOG-1, a mountable 6-axis companion sensor for REC-1. Sensor data from LOG-1 can be overlaid onto REC-1’s 1080p60 video, creating a complete picture of your sports activity. For example, you can combine a first person video of your cycling or motor sports racing with acceleration, braking, turning and location data. You can view more information on REC-1 and LOG-1 at  – https://xon.cerevo.com/en/rec-1/



Tipron
Tipron was developed based on the concept to turn all the walls, floors and ceilings in your home into displays, providing a new experience for visual media consumption and it is available at the Official Cerevo Store as well as Amazon.de for €2,499.

Tipron can automatically project an 80 inch HD screen from a distance of 3 meters. Its transforming function allows it to project at a variety of different heights and angles and contract to a compact size when not in use. Tipron will automatically adjust its height depending on its current operating mode, for example, Tipron can contract to a compact size when charging and moving, then expand to 80 cm when projecting images or video. Tipron is operated via its dedicated smartphone app. You can specify the location, time and projection content, then Tipron will automatically move to the specified place and project information to the specified wall, floor, ceiling or other places at set times of the day.

Tipron comes with built-in speakers and supports a variety of audio of video playback functions. It has a HDCP compatible HDMI input to project video from PC’s, game consoles or video players, Tipron can also take advantage of wireless video streamers such as Chromecast to project internet videos. You can view more information on Tipron at – http://tipron.cerevo.com/

Exhibition Information
Event Name: ISE 2018
Exhibition Period: 6th to 9th February 2018
Cerevo Booth#: Hall 13-F110
Venue:
RAI Amsterdam
Europaplein 2-22
1078 GZ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Show details: https://www.iseurope.org/

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. was founded in 2008. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 70 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input video switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, DOMINATOR and 1/8 TACHIKOMA – the smart toy (S2R) series, and the XON series of smart sports products.For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Official Cerevo Store:
http://gstore.cerevo.com/

Press Contact
Cerevo Inc.
Chitose Nii, Global Communications
press-global@cerevo.com
https://www.instagram.com/cerevo_global/
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal

Press Releases/News:
https://info-en-blog.cerevo.com/

Cerevo Exhibiting TACHIKOMA and Tipron at Japan Expo Thailand 2018

17th January, 2018 –

Cerevo Exhibiting TACHIKOMA and Tipron at Japan Expo Thailand 2018

Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer based in Tokyo, Japan, will be demonstrating its robotics products featuring “Moving, Talking and Synchronizing 1/8 scale TACHIKOMA” – a smart toy replica of the AI robotic weapons platform that appears in the animation “Ghost in the Shell”, and “Tipron” – the Transforming, Internet Connected Projection Robot at the biggest all Japan event in Asia, Japan Expo Thailand 2018

Japan Expo Thailand 2018 is a platform to promote Japan to the Thai market, with a goal to ensure Japan is positioned to encourage borderless trade of unique food, culture, business, fashion, tourism and entertainment with Thailand. At the same time Japan’s Cabinet Office will also run a series of “Cool Japan” stage events demonstrating Japanese charm and personality as well as cutting-edge technologies and services.

Cerevo Booth Information:
Japan Expo Thailand ( http://japanexpothailand.com/ )
Exhibition Period: (Fri.) 26th to (Sun.) 28th January 2018
Venue: Central World, Bangkok
999/99 Rama 1 Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Map http://japanexpothailand.com/map/


Product Overview

Tipron

Tipron was developed based on the concept to turn all the walls, floors and ceilings in your home into displays, providing a new experience for visual media consumption and it is available internationally at the Official Cerevo Store as well as Amazon.
Tipron is a home robot that can automatically project an 80 inch screen from a distance of 9.8 ft (3m). He can move around your home by himself and project content such as movies, pictures and web pages on a wall, floor or ceiling. You can preset him to project when, where and what type of content you’d like to enjoy.
Tipron comes with built-in speakers and supports a variety of audio of video playback functions. It has a HDCP compatible HDMI input to project video from PC’s, game consoles or video players, Tipron can also take advantage of wireless video streamers such as Chromecast to project internet videos. You can view more information on Tipron at –
http://tipron.cerevo.com/

 

TACHIKOMA
“Moving, Talking and Synchronizing 1/8 scale TACHIKOMA”  https://tachikoma.cerevo.com

TACHIKOMA is fully mobile and can move around by it’s own robotic feet and wheels. Users can converse with it using the companion cloud-linked smartphone app. TACHIKOMA is a product developed by Cerevo and it is the first Ghost in the Shell product*1, with the perspective of the world of 攻殻機動隊 (Ghost in the Shell) S.A.C. that realizes electric mobility of each joint, pod, manipulator, and wheel. It features a speech recognition function that allows users to talk to TACHIKOMA in natural language, reproduces the “synchronization” ability between all other TACHIKOMA(s) and has a running function controlled via smartphone and you can watch its running at Japan Expo Cerevo booth.
TACHIKOMA is available internationally at the Official Cerevo Store as well as Amazon.com for US$1,799.00 (SPECIAL EDITION US$ 1,999.00)
The external sensor is also available separately as a single unit for US$89/€99 (Incl.VAT), and the bundle is available for US$299/€299 (Incl.VAT). Both packages are available at the Official Cerevo Store and on Amazon.com.

© Shirow Masamune ・ Production I.G/KODANSHA © Cerevo Inc.

© Shirow Masamune ・ Production I.G/KODANSHA © Cerevo Inc.

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. was founded in 2008. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 65 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input video switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, DOMINATOR and 1/8 TACHIKOMA – the smart toy (S2R) series, and the XON series of smart sports products.For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com


Press Contact

Cerevo Inc.
press-global@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal
https://www.instagram.com/cerevo_global/

Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com

“Taclim” Upgraded and Redesigned – Haptically Realize VR Worlds with Your Whole Body

8th January, 2018 –

“Taclim” Upgraded and Redesigned –
Haptically Realize VR Worlds with Your Whole Body

-Now bundled with a development kit to easily create original VR controllers -

Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, announces an upgraded and redesigned Taclim, with a concept focusing on haptic experiences.

Taclim, the world’s first VR shoes and gloves with built-in tactile devices for haptic feedback, was unveiled at last year’s CES. A new almost-final prototype will be exhibited at CES 2018 which runs from 9th to 12nd January 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. The new Taclim is scheduled to be available for purchase in mid 2018.

Taclim
https://taclim.cerevo.com/

Taclim is a set of VR shoes and a customizable module capable of detecting user movements as input and translating in-VR action to real world haptic output, adding a new dimension to existing VR spaces which are mainly focused on visual and aural experiences. Cerevo has skillfully developed customized tactile devices enabling haptic feedback for the user’s hands and feet according to images and sounds in a VR space, allowing users to become more engrossed in the action. The built-in tactile devices can freely change the strength of feedback, so a sense of stepping on different ground in a VR space such as desert, grassland, water and more can be achieved with Taclim.

While Cerevo announced this product at CES in January 2017, because of continuous development throughout the year as well as findings gained and feedback received from many industry stakeholders and public audiences, Cerevo has made major improvements to the product and focused on a new concept for Taclim heading towards its release in mid 2018.
Since the time of the product announcement last year, the VR glove part has been modularized as the “Taclim Module” allowing it to be integrated or attached to other products.

Taclim Module is a feedback module with built-in Wi-Fi, a 9-axis sensor and tactile motors. The Taclim Module can be integrated into other hardware making it easy to develop a dedicated VR controller that can generate tactile feedback tailored to specific content. Using Taclim Module, device manufacturers can easily produce new VR controllers utilizing tactile feedback and develop VR content beyond what is possible when using existing controllers.

The Taclim Module is divided into a communication unit equipped with an acceleration sensor and a tactile unit, it is also possible to use multiple units together. In addition to having a Taclim Module in each hand, attaching it to a waist, back, weapons, armor, tools, etc., you can greatly enhance tactile feedback sensations over a players’ whole body.

The communication unit and the tactile unit are connected by a cable, and you can extend the length of the cable by replacing it with a commercially available extension cable. In addition, GPIO terminals are available for connection with external sensors, making it possible to use Taclim by utilizing information acquired from GPIO compatible switches and sensors.

For example, in addition to the original specification of reproducing tactile sensations when holding Taclim Module in your hand, by attaching the Module’s tactile unit to a steering wheel attachment, the feedback of the road surface and engine vibration when driving can be felt, or by attaching it to a gun type attachment you can reproduce the recoil effect of firing a gun. In addition, with GPIO you can expand the world of haptic feedback, such as enabling vibration and recoil according to the timing of pulling a gun trigger.

The VR shoes have also been significantly redesigned, and a physical foot switch has been mounted on the back of the foot. By combining with the existing 9-axis sensors, the accuracy of walking has been greatly improved. Parts of the heel can be exchanged, and by attaching a third-party tracker such as HTC’s “VIVE Tracker”, a room scale VR space can utilize actual movement.

Cerevo adopted the customized tactile devices inside Taclim in collaboration with Nidec Seimitsu Corp. By installing tactile devices on the instep part in addition to the sole of the shoe, the shoe part reproduces not only the feel of touch when walking but also the feeling on the instep of the foot when kicking an object.

The development environment for Taclim is provided as a Unity plug-in, allowing developers to freely develop content using Taclim as an input/output device. You can also create your own tactile data by defining basic haptic feedback as sample data, or by importing files in WAV format. In addition to being able to freely create tactile data with sound editing software, Cerevo also offers a dedicated software application for creating tactile data.
At CES 2018, Taclim’s redesigned final prototype and a gun type controller with Taclim Module built-in will be displayed. You can experience tactile feedback of multiple weapons such as machine guns, flamethrowers, or laser guns with a single device.

Also, Cerevo will demonstrate an alpha version of a VR game “Taclim Block”, newly created for Taclim and developed by Synamon Inc. In the demo you can walk around the VR space freely and at the same time can feel the feedback that is transmitted through the tactile devices.

 

Specification

Taclim Shoes

Dimensions W300-360 x D100 x H140mm
Weight 950g
Sensors 9-axis sensor (acceleration, gyroscope, geomagnetism) / Pressure sensor / Walking detection sensor/ Tactile motor
Connectivity Wireless: Wi-Fi (5GHz/2.4GHz)Wired: Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)
Charging Time Approx. 3.5 hours
Operating Time Approx. 5 hours

Taclim Module

Communication unit Dimensions W58×D32×H60.5mm
Weight 150g
Sensors 9-axis sensor (acceleration, gyroscope, geomagnetism)
Connectivity Wireless: Wi-Fi (5GHz/2.4GHz)
Charging Time Approx. 3 hours
Operating Time Approx. 4 hours
Tactile unit Dimensions W27 x D22 x H39mm
Weight 25g
Sensors Tactile motor

 

* Subject to change during development

A selection of high resolution images can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/180109_image_taclim.zip

Cerevo @CES 2018 Booth Information:
Exhibition Period: 9th to 12th January 2018
Booth: Sands Expo, Level 2, Halls A-D – 43307
Open Exhibition Grounds map
CES 2018 details: https://www.ces.tech/
Official Show Locations: https://www.ces.tech/Show-Floor/Locations

 

The news release in 2017 when Taclim was announced at CES 2017 (here)

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About Synamon
Creative startup involved in the planning and development of products in the XR area, including VR.
Company: Synamon Inc.
CEO:         Wataru Takehi
URL:          http://synamon.jp

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) was founded in 2008 and is located in Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 65 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, and the XON series of smart sports products. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact:
Chitose Nii, Global Communications,
Cerevo Inc.
press-global@cerevo.com
https://www.instagram.com/cerevo_global/
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal

Press Release/Alert:
https://info-en-blog.cerevo.com/

Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com/

Announcing “Qvie”- a Mobile, Cashless, Minimal Private Vending Box

8th January, 2018 (PST) –

Announcing “Qvie”- a Mobile, Cashless, Minimal Private Vending Box
– Owners need no power supply or dedicated internet connection to operate the box
Users can purchase products inside without cash  –

Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, announces “Qvie”, a minimal, connected, cashless private vending machine with 4G/3G connectivity. Owning Qvie allows you to instantly make your own shop and sell what you want, anywhere.

Cerevo has developed Qvie so an extra value and revenue can be added to the growing number of sharing economy businesses such as leasing or renting short-term lodgings, room sharing, car sharing and so on. Qvie’s prototypes will be exhibited at CES 2018 which runs from 9th to 12nd January 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States and it is scheduled to be available for purchase in mid 2018.

Qvie
https://qvie.cerevo.com/

Qvie consists of an individually designed cargo unit where products will be stored and a head unit with an e-paper display which is for a payment settlement. When users and guests tap their mobile payment app on their smartphone, Qvie’s door automatically opens and users can take the products inside.

It requires no power supply nor complicated set up of a dedicated network connection thanks to its lithium-ion battery for both the cargo unit and head unit that operates the electric door, and its own 4G/3G connectivity. Qvie will run for 1 month on battery power alone once the battery is charged so owners do not have to worry about a power supply or network connection.

One head unit can manage multiple cargo units, so owners can create their own vending machines as they like according to available space and product type.

Qvie doesn’t require a shopkeeper to be present to take payments. Currently Qvie supports mobile payment services using QR codes, as well as other major mobile payment services which don’t require a QR code. Users can purchase products inside Qvie as long as they are using an eligible mobile payment service and don’t need a service subscription. Qvie owners can manage information such as the number, duration, and frequency of door openings, when products were sold, how many were sold, and so on., through their smartphone in real-time, so quick stock replenishment is possible (*)

For example, a Qvie owner can place it in their Airbnb rooms as a value-added service for their guests. In the cargo space you can sell things that guests want to get quickly in daily life wherever they are, snacks, beverages, T-shirts, mobile chargers, etc., can all easily fit inside and be safely stored. The owner’s setup is quick and simple, just enter the price and detailed information of the products inside Qvie via the dedicated website control panel, the door of the cargo unit will lock and then be ready to accept sales.

Qvie was developed by combining ideas and technology innovation to lower operational hurdles such as payment in cash, physical product delivery and inventory that are associated with existing C2C business such as the sharing economy (Airbnb and others), traditional flea markets and local tourist specialties. Cerevo aims to contribute to C2C business expansion with Qvie.

.(*) The monthly fee/cost structure has not been decided as the product is still in development.

Specifications*Subject to change during development.

Dimensions Head Unit 44×45×150mm (W×D×H)
Cargo Unit 146×383×210mm (W×D×H *Excluding the stand)

159×383×305mm (W×D×H *Including the stand)

Weight Head Unit TBD
Cargo Unit TBD
Wireless Connectivity 3G/4G
Payment Method QR Code, NFC
Battery Operating Time Approx. 1 Month
Application OS Compatibility iOS/Android

A selection of high resolution images can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/180109_image_qvie.zip

Cerevo @CES 2018 Booth Information:
Exhibition Period: 9th to 12th January 2018
Booth: Sands Expo, Level 2, Halls A-D – 43307
Open Exhibition Grounds map
CES 2018 details: https://www.ces.tech/
Official Show Locations: https://www.ces.tech/Show-Floor/Locations

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About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) was founded in 2008 and is located in Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 65 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, and the XON series of smart sports products. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact:
Chitose Nii, Global Communications,
Cerevo Inc.
press-global@cerevo.com
https://www.instagram.com/cerevo_global/
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal

Press Release/Alert:
https://info-en-blog.cerevo.com/

Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com/

Unveiling “1/1 scale ELUCIDATOR”, an Authentic, Voice Activated, Smart One-handed Sword from the anime “SWORD ART ONLINE”

8th January 2018 (PST) –

Unveiling “1/1 scale ELUCIDATOR”, an Authentic, Voice Activated,
Smart One-handed Sword
from the anime “SWORD ART ONLINE”

Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, announces that it has developed an officially licensed smart toy “1/1 scale ELUCIDATOR”, which faithfully reproduces the one-handed sword appearing in the hit anime “SWORD ART ONLINE”. Prototypes will be exhibited at CES 2018 which runs from 9th to 12nd January 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. ELUCIDATOR is scheduled to be available for purchase in mid 2018.

1/1 ELUCIDATOR
https://sao.cerevo.com/en/elucidator/

Cerevo’s ongoing project “S2R (From screen to the real world)” creates unique, real world connected versions of objects and devices that appear in animation, games, movies and other media. “ELUCIDATOR” represents the next phase of S2R products developed by Cerevo.

Cerevo focused on popular swords in the fictitious world of animation and movies to develop the “BLADEM (connected BLAde Development and Evaluation Module)” platform, which can reproduce, as a smart toy, swords appearing in various works. As the first product from the BLADEM platform, Cerevo developed an authentic 1/1 reproduction of the one-handed sword “Elucidator” wielded by the main character, Kirito from Sword Art Online. As well as exactly reproducing the appearance of the sword, dazzling light is emitted when the owner wields the blade. 1/1 ELUCIDATOR also uses additional leading-edge technology, such as voice recognition and motion detection to draw you into the original world.

The entire surface of the sword is covered with over 2,000 high brightness, full color LEDs to reproduce the dazzling and brilliant blade from the animation. An internal 6-axis sensor (acceleration, angular velocity) detects sword movement as the sword shines and emits sounds from the built-in speaker according to how it is wielded and swung. The speakers are audible not only to the user but also to the surrounding audience. The LEDs are controlled independently by multiple lighting drivers, so not only does the whole blade glow, but also light can flow from the hilt towards the cutting edge.

You can activate effects such as “Starburst Stream”, one of Kirito’s sword skills, and change the way the sword shines and sounds. When specific action is taken by the user, the sound effects of “Starburst Stream” are continuously emitted according to movement and with the last swing, sounds of enemies being defeated can be heard. You can experience the feeling of wielding the blade, with vocalization, movement, and sound interacting, far beyond what is possible with normal toys.

Various settings can be changed from a connected smartphone (via Wi-Fi). Sound effects linked to sword movements can also be played from smartphones. Switching the speaker output to your smartphone and further connecting to an external speaker makes it possible to produce loud sounds from the sword even in places where the surroundings are noisy, like cosplay events.

Cerevo plans on producing a series of smart toys which adopt the BLADEM platform in the future, Cerevo will also welcome consultation requests for product development using BLADEM. Basic functions such as smartphone connectivity and a 6-axis sensor can be integrated, customization such as changing LED configurations according to the world view of individual original titles or mounting a touch sensor are also possible.

Specifications *Subject to change during development.

Dimensions 170×47×1125mm (W×D×H)
Weight Approx. 1.1kg
Sensors 6-axis (acceleration, angular velocity))
Connectivity Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac)
Power Lithium-ion Battery
Operating Time Approx. 1.5 hours (It varies depending on usage situation)
Application OS Compatibility iOS/Android

A selection of high resolution images can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/180109_image_elucidator.zip

Cerevo @CES 2018 Booth Information:
Exhibition Period: 9th to 12th January 2018
Booth: Sands Expo, Level 2, Halls A-D – 43307
Open Exhibition Grounds map
CES 2018 details: https://www.ces.tech/
Official Show Locations: https://www.ces.tech/Show-Floor/Locations

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About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) was founded in 2008 and is located in Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 65 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, and the XON series of smart sports products. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact:
Chitose Nii, Global Communications,
Cerevo Inc.
press-global@cerevo.com
https://www.instagram.com/cerevo_global/
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal

Press Release/Alert:
https://info-en-blog.cerevo.com/

Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com/

©2017 REKI KAWAHARA/KADOKAWA CORPORATION AMW/SAO-A Project

Exhibiting at CES: Cerevo will announce several new products and demonstrating its one and only IoT products

27th December, 2017 –

Cerevo at CES 2018
Exhibiting to announce several brand new products that are currently under development,
and demonstrating other major unique IoT products

 

Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer based in Tokyo, Japan, will be exhibiting at CES 2018 and demonstrating some of its products including the several ones to be announced at CES 2018 and be shown for the first time. CES is the world’s gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies to be held in Las Vegas, the United States from 9th-12th January 2018.

Cerevo’s product lineup at the booth will be – Lumigent, a Robotic Smart Desk Lamp, aiding you with your work with Alexa Skills, a camera and Wi-Fi, its two of the Screen to Real (S2R) series products (TACHIKOMA, a smart toy replica of the AI robotic weapons platform that appears in the animation “Ghost in the Shell” which is fully movable and can move around by it’s own robotic feet and wheels and DOMINATOR which features characteristics identical to the devices seen in “PSYCHO-PASS” such as automatic transformation, voiceover and sound effects, authentic LED lighting, touch sensor activation, Crime Coefficient analysis and more).

You can also have an in-depth conversation with experienced Cerevo staff abut all the products that are in the who and enjoy the hands-on demonstrations.


Cerevo @CES 2018 Booth Information:
Exhibition Period: 9th to 12th January 2018
Booth: Sands Expo, Level 2, Halls A-D – 43307
Open Exhibition Grounds map
CES 2018 details: https://www.ces.tech/
Official Show Locations: https://www.ces.tech/Show-Floor/Locations

 

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. was founded in 2008 and is located in Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 65 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, and the XON series of smart sports products. For more information, please visit – cerevo.com


Press Contact

Cerevo Inc.
Chitose Nii, Global Communications
press-global@cerevo.com
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Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com

LiveWedge officially supports “FlexTally” with the latest firmware update

25th December, 2017 –

LiveWedge officially supports “FlexTally” with the latest firmware

New functions are now available for LiveWedge by applying the latest firmware released last week “Rev. 1464”.

LiveWedge
https://livewedge.cerevo.com/

Cerevo’s wireless tally lamp system and competitively priced and easy to set, FlexTally support officially added with the updated firmware. Now FlexTally can be directly connected with LiveWedge via Ethernet in addition to the regular connection by using a router.

FlexTallyとLiveWedge

FlexTally and LiveWedge

FlexTally
https://flextally.cerevo.com/

The rest of the main new functions added are as follows.
・Fixed an issue where LiveWedge does not connect to Ethernet when DHCP fails.
・Added a new type of WIPE effect.
・Fixed the problem that connection between RTMP servers like Wowza Server and LiveShell X may cut out if an RTMP Acknowledgement Message is not received correctly.
・Added support for 1920px horizontal resolution recording when 1080p 24, 25 or 30 is set as “PROGRAM OUT”.
・Added support for new resolutions – 1080p24, 25, 30 and 720p24, 25, 30.

For details of the update, please refer to the online manual.

10. Firmware update | LiveWedge online manual
https://livewedge-manual.cerevo.com/en/lw-10/

About LiveWedge
LiveWedge is live streaming video switcher, mixer and recorder with 4x HDMI inputs. It also broadcasts live video simultaneously via the Internet. Easy user control is available via the free LiveWedge companion iOS/Android tablet app. It also supports PinP and chroma keying as well as all basic transitions such as wipe, fade, cut etc. For more information please see – http://livewedge.cerevo.com/

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) was founded in 2008 and is located in Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 60 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, and the XON series of smart sports products. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact
Cerevo Inc.
press-global@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal
https://www.instagram.com/cerevo_global/

A selection of high resolution images regarding the update can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/170227_image_liveshell_x_360.zip

Support Contact:
support-global@cerevo.com

Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com/

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LIMITED AMOUNT of special packages of DOMINATOR available for the FIRST time from Amazon.com

28th November, 2017 –

Grasp Cerevo’s DOMINATOR and Become a PSYCHOPASS Enforcer!
LIMITED AMOUNT of special packages available for the FIRST time from Amazon.com! 

Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer based in Tokyo, Japan will make available bundle set of its best selling officially licensed smart toy, DOMINATOR. DOMINATOR is a fully mechanized, transforming replica of the gun used in the hit anime PSYCHO-PASS (©PSYCHO-PASS Committee).

In commemoration of the 5th anniversary of Psycho-Pass’ broadcasting debut, Cerevo’s DOMINATOR is sold in special sets on Amazon.com. Each set includes the DOMINATOR, with authentic mechanical transformation, as well and the Official Display Stand and Protector Case, allowing you to take your DOMINATOR with you wherever you go.

The bundle set of DOMINATOR SPECIAL EDITION with the Official Stand is now on sale on Amazon.com, while the bundle set with the Official Protector Case is coming soon.

Campaign Period: 
0:00pm (EST) 28th November – 11:59pm (EST) 31st December 2017

Bundle Sets Menu on Amazon.com:

Set #1: DOMINATOR SPECIAL EDITION + Display Stand USD 900.00
(regular price on Amazon.com
USD 1,018.00)
Set #2: DOMINATOR SPECIAL EDITION + Protector Case + Display Stand
*A bundle set with the Protector Case is coming soon.
USD 949.00
(regular price on Amazon.com
USD 1,157.00)

“PSYCHO-PASS 5th Anniversary – Amazon.com DOMINATOR Set Special Campaign”

About DOMINATOR
DOMINATOR has been created under the supervision of Production I.G director Naoyoshi Shiotani and Nitroplus designer Makoto Ishiwata. DOMINATOR features characteristics identical to the devices seen in PSYCHO-PASS such as automatic transformation, voiceover* and sound effects, authentic LED lighting, touch sensor activation, Crime Coefficient analysis and more. DOMINATOR can also be connected to the Official Companion App* to enable connected features.

The Standard Edition and Special Edition differ in the materials and design of the grip and the emblem, there is no difference in functionality.

  • DOMINATOR SPECIAL EDITION – The DOMINATOR SPECIAL EDITION features a grip made from natural rosewood with a polished finish. The Public Safety Bureau mark above the grip is crafted from aluminium and decorated with a synthetic ruby.
  • DOMINATOR STANDARD EDITION – The STANDARD EDITION grip is made from ABS polymer with a wood style finish.

*Japanese voiceover only, companion iOS/Android app text can be switched between English and Japanese.

 

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) was founded in 2008 and is located in Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 60 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, and the XON series of smart sports products. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com


Press Contact
Cerevo Inc.
press-global@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal
https://www.instagram.com/cerevo_global/


Support Contact:

support-global@cerevo.com

Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com/

Update available for 1/8 TACHIKOMA adding new features, Timer and Alarm menus

2nd November 2017 –

Update available for 1/8 TACHIKOMA adding new features, Timer and Alarm menus

Cerevo today published updated firmware Rev.1.2.0 for “TACHIKOMA 1/8 scale Moving, Talking and Synchronizing”  which contains new timer and alarm features.

© 2002 Shirow Masamune ・ Production I.G/KODANSHA © Cerevo Inc.

© 2002 Shirow Masamune ・ Production I.G/KODANSHA © Cerevo Inc.

1/8 TACHIKOMA
https://tachikoma.cerevo.com

1/8 Tachikoma previously had available a beta timer and alarm function, but it was not possible to confirm or delete the timer or alarm after it had been set. With the Rev.1.2.0 firmware update, you can now check and delete set timers and alarms from the companion application for no additional charge.
Now 1/8 TACHIKOMA can be purchased at the Official Cerevo Store and Amazon.com.

Timers and Alarms can be confirmed in the “Timer Setting” menu in “Setting” mode, as shown above.

Timers and alarms can be set by talking to Tachikoma as shown below.

[Timer]

  • 10 minutes timer.
  • Tell me after 30 minutes (has passed).
  • Set a timer.
    *Then TACHIKOMA would ask in Japanese what time you want him to set the timer and set it up.

[Alarm]

  • Set alarm for 9pm every morning.
  • Wake me up at 8am tomorrow morning.
  • Set an alarm.
    *Then TACHIKOMA would ask in Japanese what time you want him to set the alarm and set it up.

Confirmation and deletion of timers and alarms is possible from the “SETTINGS” menu in the app.

Firmware Update release notes : https://tachikoma.cerevo.com/en/docs/updates/

*Please note that current language support for 1/8 Tachikoma is ONLY Japanese for output via the smartphone app or internal speaker. Tachikoma supports both Japanese and English input via the smartphone app or internal microphone.

 

1/8 TACHIKOMA
A selection of high resolution images can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/171016_image_tachikoma.zip

TACHIKOMA app screenshots
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/171102_imageEN_tachikoma_alarm.zip

1/8 TACHIKOMA
News Release | Product page | Online manual

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) was founded in 2008 and is located in Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 60 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, and the XON series of smart sports products. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com


Press Contact
Cerevo Inc.
press-global@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal
https://www.instagram.com/cerevo_global/


Support Contact:

support-global@cerevo.com

Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com/

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LiveShell series and LiveWedge officially supports”LINE LIVE”

1st November, 2017 –

LiveShell series and LiveWedge officially supports”LINE LIVE”

Cerevo has expanded its streaming service support for the PC-less live streaming LiveShell series devices and its switcher with live streaming functions, LiveWedge. From 1st November, LINE Corporation’s “LINE LIVE” will be supported by LiveShell X, PRO, 2 and LiveWedge.

LiveSheLiveShell Series
https://liveshell.cerevo.com/

In the past with the LiveShell series and LiveWedge, streaming of LINE LIVE was possible by acquiring streaming settings from LINE LIVE and entering streaming settings to each Dashboard, but from the 1st of November, a dedicated menu option for “LINE LIVE” has been added. This allows you to display LINE LIVE streaming preview video on the Dashboard and you can use Dashboard’s video controls to control your LINE LIVE live stream.

Regarding the vertical streaming via LINE LIVE, it is possible by using the “cropping change function” in Dashboard. When streaming via LINE LIVE, you can choose from 2 types orientation, portrait oriented which is best for smartphone viewing and landscape oriented for PC viewing.*1 *2.

*1 For LiveShell X, only ch #1 and ch #2 can stream vertically, ch #0 can only stream at the input resolution.
*2 Maximum resolution for vertical streaming for LiveShell X is 606 × 1080 pixels, for LiveShell PRO / 2 and LiveWedge it is 405 × 720 pixels.

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) was founded in 2008 and is located in Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo is a small batch company focusing on making unique networked devices and connected solutions for both consumer and professional users based on its “Global Niche” concept. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally and are sold in more than 60 countries.

Over 25 products have been released including, CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a video camera, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities, Tipron – a smart robot projector for homes or businesses, and the XON series of smart sports products. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact
Cerevo Inc.
press-global@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal
https://www.instagram.com/cerevo_global/

A selection of high resolution images regarding the update can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/170227_image_liveshell_x_360.zip

Support Contact:
support-global@cerevo.com

Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com/

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