LiveShell X, Cerevo’s H.265 1080/60p Live Streaming Device Will Be Available to Pre-Order from 7th September 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

7th September 2016, Tokyo

LiveShell X will be available in Japan from late September 2016 and globally from the beginning of October 2016.

Cerevo, the IoT startup based in Tokyo, Japan, is pleased to announce “LiveShell X” the latest and most advanced model in its line of award-winning LiveShell devices will be available for pre-order from 7th September at the Official Cerevo Store (http://gstore.cerevo.com/). It will be available for $699.00 and is scheduled to be shipped from the beginning of October globally.

front LiveShell X
https://s.cerevo.com/x

LiveShell X was first unveiled at NAB 2016 in Las Vegas and enables you to live stream without a PC. Supporting H.265/H.264 live encoding at up to 1080/60p, realtime recording via microSD and multicasting with up to 3 simultaneous streams, LiveShell X is designed for professional quality broadcasting.

H.265/H.264 live encoding at up to 1080/60p
The current LiveShell series, LiveShell PRO and LiveShell 2 support up to 720/30p HD streaming. With LiveShell X 1080/60p is supported, enabling Full HD live streaming.

Up to 3 simultaneous streams
The multi-streaming function enables you to stream to multiple services simultaneously while sending video to a backup server. You can also broadcast multiple streams to one streaming service at different bit rates.

Realtime recording during live streaming
LiveShell X can record to a microSD card directly to make a backup copy of your broadcast or to record an event for later broadcasting. If you use LiveShell X only for recording purposes, 1080/60p Full HD video can be recorded.

Maximum resolution with simultaneous streams/recording

Streaming/Recording	Max. Resolution
Stream x1	1080/60p
Record x1	1080/60p
Stream x1, Record x1	1080/30p x2
Stream x2, Record x1	1080/30p x1, 720/30p x2
Stream x3	1080/30p x1, 720/30p x2

Supporting a variety of streaming platforms
LiveShell X supports multiple streaming platforms and as well as live streaming to a closed local network via local mode. LiveShell X can also function as your exclusive local streaming server in RTSP mode without the need to build a server.

Supported streaming platforms

YouTube Live

Facebook Live

Ustream

Twitch

Wowza

Akamai

Your own RTMP server

Features H.265/AAC encoding
LiveShell X supports leading edge H.265/AAC encoding. Enabling the same quality video as H.264 at half the bit rate or using the same bit rate as H.264 with twice the video quality.

Longer battery operation hours, max. 6 hours
LiveShell X features a high capacity battery so you can keep broadcasting for extended periods of time, a maximum of 6 hours continuous operating time when broadcasting one live stream^*1 and one recording and a maximum of 3 hours when using two live streams and 1 recording or 3 live streams^*2.

^{*1. 720/30p streaming.

*2. Operating time will vary according to streaming settings.}

Full control of your broadcasts via Dashboard
Using LiveShell X’s web-based control panel, Dashboard, anyone from beginners to professionals can control LiveShell X’s video quality, audio level, bit rate and cue timing. Users can remotely control LiveShell X using Dashboard from any smartphone, tablet or PC with an internet connection.

Lower thirds support
Add subtitles, logos and graphics to your live streaming, including transparent PNG support.

Monitor your video
Using an application such as VLC Player, you now can view your live streaming or recorded video on your PC or tablet, allowing you to monitor your video in almost real time without using a HDMI display or video distribution device.

Stable, PC-less live streaming with 5GHz 802.11ac wireless support
Full HD video broadcasting without the need to rely on a PC for live streaming. LiveShell X also supports the latest wireless networking standards for reliable cable-free broadcasting.

Powerful broadcasting solution when combined with LiveWedge
With Cerevo’s LiveWedge, enable Full HD streaming with video mixing and switching.

Available functions when using LiveWedge with LiveShell series

Function	LiveWedge only	LiveWedge + LiveShell PRO	LiveWedge ＋LiveShell X
Tablet preview, live streaming and SD card recording	One of three	Two of three	Preview + recording + live streaming
Max. live streaming resolution	720/30p	720/30p	1080/60p
Max. recording resolution	720/30p (1080/20p)	720/30p (1080/20p)	1080/60p

Specifications

Internet Connection	Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)
Internet Connection	Wireless (IEEE 802.11ac/b/g/n)
Video Input	HDMI x1
Audio Input	HDMI x1/Stereo
Video Compression	H.265/H.264
Video Resolution	1080/60p (Max.)
Video Bit Rate	20Mbps (Max.)
Audio Compression	AAC-LC
Audio Bit Rate	256Kbps (Max.)
Resolution (Live)	1080/60p (Max) (one stream)
Simultaneous Streaming	Up to 3 streams
Recording Resolution	1080/60p (Max.) (one recording)
Recording Media	microSD (SDXC supported)
Power Supply	AC adapter or battery (included)
Continuous Operating Time	Approx. 6 hours (Max.)
Size	102x42x100mm
Weight	Approx. 380g (without batteries), approx. 480g (with batteries)

LiveShell Series Comparison Table

	LiveShell X	LiveShell PRO	LiveShell 2
Max. Resolution	1080/60p	720/30p	720/30p
Video Compression	H.265/H.264	H.264	H.264
Simultaneous Streaming	3 (Max.) + 1 (Monitoring)	1	1
Recording	◯ (microSDXC)	－	－
TELOP	◯	◯	◯
Lower Third	◯	－	－
Ethernet	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX	10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Wireless	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Video Input	HDMI x1 (up to 1080/60p)	HDMI x1 (up to 1080i) Composite (NTSC/PAL)	HDMI x1 (up to 1080i)
Audio Input	HDMI x1 Stereo x1	HDMI x1 Stereo x1 Stereo Mic. x1	HDMI x1
Protocol	RTMP client RTSP server	RTMP client RTSP server	RTMP client RTSP server
Continuous Operating Time	6 hours (Max.)	3 hours (Max.)	3.3 hours (Max)
Size	102x42x100mm	123x90x26mm	78x113x25mm
Weight (w/battery)	Approx. 480g	350g	150g

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 targets the “Global Niche” marketplace with low volume, high end products for consumer and professional users.

Cerevo has developed and released over 25 products including, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube Live using only a camcorder, 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. These products are sold in more than 50 countries. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact
Cerevo Inc
info-global@cerevo.com
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Cerevo Unveils a New Smart Sports Product and Exhibits its Latest Products Under Development at IFA 2016

Cerevo Unveils a New Smart Sports Product and Exhibits its Latest Products Under Development at IFA 2016
– At IFA 2016 in Berlin, Cerevo will debut REC-1, a connected action camera and also exhibit its latest products. –

1st September 2016, Tokyo

Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer electronics developer and creator based in Tokyo, Japan, is pleased to announce a new product for it’s XON series of smart sports devices. Cerevo will also exhibit other new products under development at IFA 2016 at Messe Berlin from 2nd-9th September, 2016.

Cerevo’s IFA 2016 lineup includes, REC-1 – a sports action camera with smart sensor technology, RIDE-1 – a smart sensor for cyclists and Tipron – a transforming Internet connected projection robot.

REC-1
http://rec1.cerevo.com/

RIDE-1
http://ride1.cerevo.com/

Tipron
http://tipron.cerevo.com/

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.

RIDE-1 is a cycling telemetry device equipped with a 9-axis sensor and wireless connectivity to capture riding dynamics and share data with your riding group, team mates or friends.

At IFA 2016 Cerevo will also exhibit ORBITREC – a titanium and carbon fiber, 3D printed road bike frame with a built-in RIDE-1 sensor and Tipron – a transforming, Internet connected projection robot. These products are scheduled to be released in autumn 2016.

Product Overview

RIDE-1

RIDE-1 has 9 different internal sensors to monitor a variety of cycling parameters and with RIDE-1’s telemetry function, environment data, cycling dynamics, GPS distance information and the route data can displayed in real time on the companion smartphone app. Cycling data and information can also be sent via your smartphone’s 3G or 4G connection to be shared live or in a remote location for monitoring.

RIDE-1 is compatible with ANT+ technology, it can connect with existing sensors via ANT+ to monitor additional factors such as cadence and heart-rate.*1 Additional functions, such as automatic adjustment of bicycle settings, will be added in future updates.

RIDE-1 users can save the historical data accumulated on the RIDE-1 device to the XON web service via Wi-Fi and check archived data on a PC browser or on the smartphone app. It also has a group riding function to let users share and check information about your group in real time.

Specifications（Specifications may be subject to change）

Dimensions	W145×H23×D32mm
Weight	Approx. 75g
Wireless LAN	IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Operating Time	Approx. 15 Hours
Connectivity	Bluetooth v4.1(BLE), ANT+
GPS	On-board
Sensor Data	9-axis sensor (acceleration, angular velocity, geomagnetism), temperature, barometric pressure and illuminance.
App Compatibility	iOS 8.3+, (Android TBA)
Charging Port	Micro USB
Accessories	Micro USB cable, bike mount S/M, mount fixing screws×2
MSRP	€299.00

Please refer to the following press release about ORBITREC, a road bike with RIDE-1 built-in for more information – https://info-en-blog.cerevo.com/2016/01/05/243/

REC-1

REC-1 is a full HD sports camera with wireless LAN connectivity. REC-1 can be used as a stand-alone action or in combination with LOG-1, sensor data can be overlaid onto REC-1’s 1080p60 video, creating a complete picture of your sports activity. *3 Information such as temperature, pressure, inclination, acceleration, etc., are all captured by LOG-1’s 6-axis sensor.

While recording a movie, the device can also be controlled from a smartphone app. The recorded movie can be streamed directly to your smartphone. Replaceable batteries (sold separately) enable you to film for longer.

▼Specifications(Specifications may be subject to change)

MSRP	€299.00 ^※2

▽Camera

Dimensions	W31×H37×D115mm
Weight	Approx. 101g
Video Recording Resolution / Frame Rate	1080/60p
Video Compression Format	H.264
Camera Image Sensor	Approx. 4 Megapixels
Wireless LAN	IEEE 802.11b/g/n
GPS	On-board
Recording Media	microSD
Voice Recording	Stereo Microphone
Battery	Rechargeable and replaceable
Video Output	Micro HDMI
USB	Micro USB (charging/mass storage)
Waterproofing	Equivalent to IPX4

▽Sensor

Dimensions	W40×H55×D12 mm
Weight	Approx. 28g
Internal Sensor	RIDE-6-axis sensor (acceleration, angular velocity,temperature, barometric pressure, magnetic)
Battery	CR2032 primary battery
USB	Micro USB (HID, data capture on a dedicated app)
Operating Time	Approx. 7 days *4
Recording Time Frame	0.1 seconds /1.0 seconds *5
Waterproofing	Equivalent to IPX4

Tipron

Tipron is a home robot that can automatically project an 80 inch 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 40 cm height when charging and moving, then expand to 80 cm when projecting. Furthermore, images and video up to 1m high can be projected by adjusting the projection angle.

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.

▼Specifications（Specifications may be subject to change）

Dimensions	300 x 400 x 340mm (compact mode), 300 x 800 x 330mm (after transforming)
Weight	Approx. 9.5kg
Display Size	Max. 80 inch (at 3m projection distance)
Video Input	HDMI (HDCP compatible)
Image Adjustment	Keystone correction, auto focus
Max. Resolution	HD (1280×720)
Projector Brightness	250lm
Projector Range of Movement	Up/down (pitch axis) -65/+90 degrees, left/right (yaw axis) ±90 degrees, rotation (roll axis) ±90 degrees
Speaker	Monaural
Wi-Fi	IEEE 802.11b/g/n
App	Android4.4+、iOS8.3+
Connection Port	USB (battery charging, power)
Battery	5,900mAh (per battery)
Charging Time	Approx. 1.5 hours (per battery)
Operating Time	Approx. 2 hours (per battery)
On-board Sensors	IR distance camera, video/still camera (5MP), 9-axis sensor
Accessories	Charging station, charging cable, battery x1
MSRP	€2,499.00 ^※2

* 1. In the future power meter, light and suspension control will be supported.
* 2. All prices indicated are inclusive of VAT in Europe.
* 3. Overlay requires movie output to a PC application.
* 4. Varies depending on operating environment.
* 5. The sensor time frame can be specified in the PC application during initial setup.
* 6. Tipron has two batteries inside that can be charged.
* 7. Based on maximum luminance. You can use Tipron while it’s connected to an AC adapter.

Exhibition Information
Event Name: IFA 2016
Exhibition Period: September 2nd to September 7th 2016
Cerevo Booth Address: 7.2C Booth #101
Exhibitor Link: http://www.virtualmarket.ifa-berlin.de/en/Cerevo-Inc,c364872

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 targets the “Global Niche” marketplace with low volume, high end products for consumer and professional users.

Cerevo Online Store
http://gstore.cerevo.com/
IFA Press Special Coupon: Y4ORW399118Q4

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

Cerevo Announces New Media AV as Distributor for Germany, Austria and Switzerland

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

25th July 2016, Tokyo

Cerevo is pleased to announce that New Media AV will be distributing the LiveWedge and LiveShell series of products in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer and professional electronics developer and creator, is pleased to announce that New Media AV (Bauer und Trummer GmbH) will be distributing the LiveWedge and LiveShell series of products in the DACH countries (Germany, Austria and Switzerland).

Combining Cerevo’s award winning live streaming products with New Media AV’s expertise in distributing audio visual products in the DACH area, both companies will look to expand market share in the professional and semi professional space.

Takuma Iwasa (CEO of Cerevo) – “We are delighted to be working with New Media AV, this partnership will help to drive forward adoption of LiveWedge and the LiveShell series in Europe.”

Tobias Trummer (co-founder of New Media AV) – “We are proud and happy to win Cerevo with its Video/Streaming product range. This really will enrich our portfolio and help us providing solutions for all needs and budgets.”

http://www.nmav.de/Cerevo

About New Media AV

New Media AV was founded in 1995 with the objective to bring innovative tools for the audio-visual production to the European market which were hard to get or even not available before. New Media AV is a value added distributor working through the reseller channel. In addition to efficient logistics the Nuremberg based company also offers pre and post sales support, localization and marketing activities.

About Cerevo

Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) is located in Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo focuses on creating networked devices for consumer and professional users. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally for their unique connected solutions.

Cerevo has developed and released CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube using only a digital camera, SmartTrigger – a Bluetooth remote to enable the release of your digital camera shutter from your smartphone, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities and the XON series of smart sports products. These products are sold in more than 50 countries. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

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

Cerevo Releases Mini 4WD Hacker Kit to Learn Programming and Making IoT Gadgets Controlled via a Smartphone

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

5th July 2016, Tokyo

Cerevo, the IoT (Internet of Things) startup based in Tokyo, has started to sell a product named “MKZ4”, a hacker kit for Tamiya Wild Mini 4WD toys in Japan. With this kit, you can learn how to program and how to develop an IoT gadget – a smart toy controllable with your smartphone. MKZ4 is priced at $79 including shipping to the US ($89 including shipping to the rest of the world) and will be available at the Official Cerevo Store (http://gstore.cerevo.com).

Tamiya Mini 4WD toy customized with Cerevo MKZ4

The MKZ4 kit includes a wireless module “ESP-WROOM-02” with a SoC “ESP8266EX”, a special circuit board for Mini 4WD toys, special steering parts to enable motion and turning controls and other parts necessary to customize and hack the toy made by Tamiya.

MKZ4

Customizing Tamiya’s Wild Mini 4WD with MKZ4 makes it possible to control via a smartphone web browser to move forward/back and turn right and left.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9qCwAzl3iQ
Prototype Movie

MKZ4 originated at a workshop to teach IoT gadget development to children. After huge demand in Japan for the workshop, we decided to move forward with mass production for this hacker kit. Cerevo will also release an additional kit to send a program to the MKZ4 wireless module from a browser – MKZ4WK. MKZ4WK will be priced at US$29 including shipping to the US and at US$99 in a bundle with MKZ4 including shipping to the US.

MKZ4WK

Prices may differ for overseas markets. Currently, we’re only planning to sell from Japan and ship those products to foreign customers via our direct e-commerce store (http://gstore.cerevo.com). For any distributors or resellers who want to sell in overseas markets, please contact us at globalsales@cerevo.com. Some countries may need additional certifications to sell these products but we would like the opportunity to promote education for children in programming and IoT products by hacking toys into smart toys.

Product Information

MKZ4 – Tamiya Wild Mini 4WD Hacker Kit
Price: $79 including shipping to the US ($89 including shipping to the rest of the world)

MKZ4WK – Programming kit for MKZ4 (Transferring programs to MKZ4 can be done without this kit too)
Price: US$29 including shipping to the US and US$99 in a bundle with MKZ4 including shipping to the US (US$109 including shipping to the rest of the world)

Cerevo has confirmed the following Tamiya Wild Mini 4WD series models work with MKZ4, please refer this site for more details on the series – http://www.tamiya.com/english/products/list/32wildmini/kit17001.htm

Lunch Box Jr.
Wildsaurus
Nissan King Cab Jr.
Bullhead Jr.
Toyota Hi-lux Monster Racer Jr.
Toyota Hi-lux Surf
Nissan Terrano ’93 Paris Dakar
Dash-CBW Command Saurus
Mammoth Dump Truck

Prices and composition of those kits may differ for overseas markets. We will make another announcement to update on any changes.

About Tamiya Wild Mini 4WD

Please refer to the Tamiya website for more details.
http://www.tamiya.com/english/products/list/32wildmini/kit17001.htm

Press Images

A selection of high resolution images can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/image_mkz4.zip

About Cerevo

Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) is located in Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo focuses on creating networked devices for consumer and professional users. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally for their unique connected solutions.

Press Contact

Cerevo Inc
info-global@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal

Cerevo Unveils a New Revolutionary Video Encoder for Live Streaming, LiveShell X

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

18th April 2016, Las Vegas

Cerevo Unveils a New Revolutionary Video Encoder for Live Streaming, LiveShell X
Supporting H.265/H.264 Live Encoding at up to 1080/60p, Realtime Recording and Multicasting up to 3 Simultaneous Streams

Cerevo, the IoT startup based in Tokyo, has announced “LiveShell X” the latest and most advanced model in its line of award-winning LiveShell series devices that enable you to live stream without the need for a PC. Priced at $699, LiveShell X is scheduled to be shipped in Summer 2016, and will be exhibited at NAB Show 2016 in Las Vegas, USA.

https://s.cerevo.com/x

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Product Name: LiveShell X
Product Code: CDP-LS04A

Stable, professional PC-less live streaming
Full HD video broadcasting without the need to rely on a PC for live streaming.
Up to 3 simultaneous streams
The multi-streaming function enables you to stream multiple services simultaneously while sending video to a backup server. You can also broadcast multiple streams to one streaming service with different bit rates.
H.265/H.264 live encoding up to 1080/60p
LiveShell X features leading edge H.265/AAC encoding, supporting video at up to 1080/60fps and a bit rate of 20Mbps.
Realtime recording during live streaming
LiveShell can record to a microSD card directly, to make a backup copy for your H.265/H.264 encoding live broadcasts.
Preview on your tablet
Use VLC player to view a realtime output preview (360p resolution).
Lower thirds support
Add subtitles, logos and graphics to your live streaming.

Front view

Back view

Specifications

Product Name (P/N)	LiveShell X CDP-LS04A
Internet Connection	Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) Wireless (IEEE 802.11ac/b/g/n)
Video Input	HDMI (max 1080/60p)
Audio Input	HDMI / Stereo
Video Compression	H.265 / H.264
Audio Compression	AAC-LC
Video bit rate	20Mbps (max.) TBC
Audio bit rate	256kbps (max.)
Resolution (Live)	1080/60p (max.) (one stream)
Simultaneous Streaming	Up to 3 streams
Resolution (Recoding)	1080/60p (max.) when recording
Recoding Media	microSD (SDXC)
Power Supply	AC adapter (included)
Continuous Operating Time	Approx. 3 hours
Size	102 x 42 x 100mm 102 x 42 x 100mm / 4.02 x 1.5 x 3.94 (inches)
Weight	Approx. 480g / 1.06lb (including battery)

MultiCasting

LiveShell X can livestream or record at up to 1080/60p for one stream. With lower frame rates or resolutions, multi-streaming or recording can be done as below.

Examples

Streaming / Recording	Max. Resolution
1 Stream	1080/60p
1 Recording	1080/60p
1 Stream and 1 Recording	Streaming at 1080/30p and Recording at 1080/30p
2 Streams and 1 Recording	Combination of 1 Stream/Recording at 1080/30p and 2 Streams/Recording at 720/30p
3 Streams	1 Stream at 1080/30p and 2 Streams at 720/30p

A realtime preview (360p) can be used in addition to above.

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

EXHIBITION INFORMATION
Event: NAB Show April 18-21
Booth address: Las Vegas Convention Center, Booth C9250
URL: http://nabshow.com/

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) is located in Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo focuses on creating networked devices for consumer and professional users. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally for their unique connected solutions.

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

DOMINATOR – Cerevo’s First Officially Licensed Smart Toy Will Make its International Debut at Silicon Valley Comic Con and Global Pre-orders Begin

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

17th March 2016, Tokyo

Cerevo’s first officially licensed smart toy DOMINATOR, from the hit anime PSYCHO-PASS, will be on show at both Silicon Valley Comic Con (18th-20th March) and Middle East Film & Comic Con (7th-9th April). Global pre-orders will begin on 20th March 2016.

Cerevo, a connected devices developer and creator, is pleased to announce that DOMINATOR, a fully mechanized, transforming smart toy replica of the gun used in the hit anime PSYCHO-PASS (©PSYCHO-PASS Committee), will have it’s international debut at Silicon Valley Comic Con taking place from 18th-20th March 2016 at the San Jose Convention Center. Fans will also be able to see DOMINATOR in action at the Middle East Film & Comic Con in Dubai from 7th-9th April 2016.

DOMINATOR
https://dominator.cerevo.com/en/

Transformation Action Movie
https://vine.co/v/i1AZFYpDwm5

Following DOMINATOR’s international debut, global pre-orders will begin on 20th March 2016 at the Official Cerevo Store (http://gstore.cerevo.com/) for both the STANDARD EDITION and SPECIAL EDITION versions of DOMINATOR. Pre-order prices will be USD$799 for the STANDARD EDITION and USD$899 for the SPECIAL EDITION. Pre-orders will be fulfilled on a first come, first served basis. Prices exclude shipping and local taxes, Cerevo may be unable to ship DOMINATOR to some locations due to local laws.

Visitors to Silicon Valley Comic Con will be able to pre-order DOMINATOR in person at Cerevo’s booth and limited numbers may be available for purchase pending approval from local authorities. Middle East Film & Comic Con visitors may also be able to purchase directly at Cerevo’s booth depending on approval from local authorities.

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 EDITIOIN – The STANDARD EDITION grip is made from ABS polymer with a wood style finish.

Special Edition

Standard Edition

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

Specifications

Wireless Connection: Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n)
Lighting Specifications: Total 217 full colour, high brightness LEDs
Smartphone: Requires iOS 8.1 or later or Android 4.4 or later
Operating Time: Paralyzer Mode 90min, Eliminator Mode 30min
Weight: 750g (including Battery)
Recommended Age: 15 and above

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

Event Information
Event Name : Silicon Valley Comic Con
Exhibition date: 18th-20th March 2016
Venue: San Jose Convention Center
Cerevo Booth Number : 943
Entrance fee: USD$10+

Event Name : Middle East Film & Comic Con
Exhibition date: 7th-9th April 2016
Venue: Dubai World Trade Center, Za’abeel Halls 4, 5 and 6
Cerevo Booth Number : SCI72
Entrance fee: AED 100-500

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) is located in Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo focuses on creating networked devices for consumer and professional users. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally for their unique connected solutions.

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

Announcing the Release of DOMINATOR – Cerevo’s First Officially Licensed Smart Toy

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

5th February 2016, Tokyo

Cerevo’s first officially licensed smart toy DOMINATOR, from the hit anime PSYCHO-PASS, will be available from March 2016 with special pre-orders beginning at Wonder Festival 2016

Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer electronics developer and creator, is pleased to announce the release of its first smart toy – DOMINATOR, a fully mechanized, transforming replica of the gun used in the hit anime PSYCHO-PASS (©PSYCHO-PASS Committee). DOMINATOR will be available for purchase in March 2016.

Two versions of DOMINATOR will be available – DOMINATOR STANDARD EDITION^*1 and DOMINATOR SPECIAL EDITION^*1, pre-orders will begin at Cerevo’s booth at Wonder Festival 2016 (Winter) before sales begin at the Cerevo Official Store.

^*1 Japan sales price at the Cerevo Official Store (Global pricing and availability will be announced at a later date) – STANDARD EDITION – JPY 79,800 (excluding tax), SPECIAL EDITION – JPY 89,800 (excluding tax)

DOMINATOR
https://dominator.cerevo.com/en/

This product 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.

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Automatic Transformation Between Paralyzer and Eliminator Mode
Using geared motors provided by Nidec Corporation, DOMINATOR can automatically transform between Paralyzer and Eliminator modes according to a target’s Crime Coefficient score. DOMINATOR is the world’s first smart toy to commercialize an electrically‐powered deformation mechanism.

Crime Coefficient Analysis
When DOMINATOR is aimed at a target, it will automatically analyze and readout the target’s Crime Coefficient score. Connecting a smartphone will allow DOMINATOR to capture and stream an image from its built-in camera to the companion smartphone app and overlay Crime Coefficient data on the target image.

Official Voiceover by Noriko Hidaka
DOMINATOR features over 100 different voice samples from Noriko Hidaka who provides the Dominator voiceover for PSYCHO-PASS. DOMINATOR can automatically playback voiceovers depending on the situation, such as grasping the grip, detecting an authorized person and more. DOMINATOR has a built in speaker for voiceover and sound effects and can also playback sound via a connected smartphone’s speakers.

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Grip Touch Sensor and over 200 LEDs
DOMINATOR has a touch sensor built into the left and right hand sides of grip, enabling detection when held in either hand. Just like in PSYCHO-PASS you can register your DOMINATOR to activate when holding the grip or lock out unauthorised users. DOMINATOR’s body has a total of 217 full color, high brightness LEDs, the LEDs have authentic lighting patterns to replicate Paralyzer, Eliminator or charging modes.

Optional products

Exclusive Protector Case: JPY 12,800^*2 (excluding tax) at the Cerevo Official Store
Extra Battery: JPY 1,580 (excluding tax)^*2 at the Cerevo Official Store

^*2 Global pricing and availability will be announced at a later date.

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. Both materials add an extra air of authenticity to the device. The SPECIAL EDITION will be available for JPY 89,800 (excluding tax) at the Cerevo Official Store on the same day as the STANDARD EDITION goes on sale.

Wonder Festival 2016 (Winter) DOMINATOR Exhibition and Pre-Orders
Cerevo will start pre-order sales of DOMINATOR at Cerevo’s booth at Wonder Festival 2016 (Winter). Both the DOMINATOR STANDARD EDITION and SPECIAL EDITION will be available for pre-order^*3. As a bonus for Wonder Festival attendees, pre-orders will be delivered before DOMINATOR goes on general sale. Also demo models of DOMINATOR will be available for hands-on testing at Cerevo’s booth so you will be able to try out various functions and try out the companion app.

^*3 DOMINATOR will be shipped to registered pre-order addresses, we cannot supply you with your pre-order at Wonder Festival.

Specifications

Wireless Connection: Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n)
Lighting Specifications: Total 217 full colour, high brightness LEDs
Smartphone: Requires iOS 8.1 or later or Android 4.4 or later
Operating Time: Parallelizer Mode 90min, Eliminator Mode 30min
Weight: 750g (including Battery)
Recommended Age: 15 and above

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

Event Information
Event Name : Wonder Festival 2016 (Winter)
Exhibition day: 7th February, 2015
Time: 10am ~ 5pm
Venue: Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall 1~8
(2-1, Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba-city, 261-8550 Japan)
Cerevo Booth Address : No.3-07-02
Entrance fee: from JPY2,000

Please see the below URL for more details (Japanese only):
http://wf.kaiyodo.net/wf/

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) is located in Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo focuses on creating networked devices for consumer and professional users. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally for their unique connected solutions.

Cerevo has developed and released CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube using only a digital camera, SmartTrigger – a Bluetooth remote to enable the release of your digital camera shutter from your smartphone, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities and the XON series of smart sports products. These products are sold in more than 47 countries. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact
Cerevo Inc.
info-usa@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal

LiveWedge Now Supports SD Card Recording at PAL 25fps

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

1st February 2016, Tokyo

Firmware Rev. 1412 has been released for LiveWedge – Cerevo’s live streaming 4 input HDMI switcher, mixer and recorder.

With this firmware update, you will be be able to record at PAL 25fps framerate to SD/HC/XC cards.*1 25fps recording is available through the device menu and also using the LiveWedge application. The companion LiveWedge application for iOS and Android has been updated to version 1.9 and 1.1.0 respectively to support the new 25fps recording option.

*1: 25fps recording supported at resolutions up to and including 720p. When recording at 1080p resolution, framerate is limited 20fps.

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) is located in Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo focuses on creating networked devices for consumer and professional users. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally for their unique connected solutions.

Cerevo has developed and released CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube using only a digital camera, SmartTrigger – a Bluetooth remote to enable the release of your digital camera shutter from your smartphone, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities and the XON series of smart sports products. These products are sold in more than 45 countries. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact
Cerevo Inc.
info-usa@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoGlobal
https://twitter.com/CerevoGlobal

Cerevo Receives CES 2016 Innovation Award for ORBITREC, its Newly Released Connected, 3D Printed Road Bike

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

5th January 2016, Tokyo

Cerevo is pleased to announce that its newly released product “ORBITREC”, a connected road bike with advanced internal sensors and a 3D printed frame has received a CES 2016 Innovation Award.

ORBITREC
https://orbitrec.cerevo.com/

ORBITREC is a connected road bike with advanced internal sensors and a 3D printed frame. Out of the many newly released and announced products at CES 2016, ORBITREC has received an award in the “Fitness, Sports and Biotech” category.

CES Innovation Awards – CES 2016
http://www.cesweb.org/innovation.aspx

Products that receive CES Innovation Awards will be displayed at the Innovation Awards Showcase (booth address: Sands, #83319) during CES 2016, which runs from Jan. 6-9, 2016, in Las Vegas, Nevada. ORBITREC will also be exhibited at Cerevo’s CES 2016 booth where you can touch and check out the actual performance of the product.

Cerevo’s CES 2016 booth will also feature 12 other products including the newly released transforming, Internet connected projection robot “Tipron” and cloud listening device “Listnr”. Please check the separate news releases for more details on Tipron and Listnr.

“Unveiled” at CES 2016 – Tipron, a Transforming, Internet Connected Projection Robot
https://info-en-blog.cerevo.com/2016/01/05/241/

Cloud Listening Device Listnr will be Exhibited at CES 2016 and Goes On Sale in January
https://info-en-blog.cerevo.com/2016/01/05/239/

Press Images
A selection of high resolution images can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/image_ORBITREC_RIDE1.zip

Cerevo’s CES 2016 press kit can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/image_ces2016.zip

Exhibition Information
Event Name: CES 2016
Exhibition Period: 6th January to 9th January 2016
Cerevo Booth Address: Sands, Halls A-C – 74538
Please see the below URL for more details.
Cerevo Inc. | Map Your Show
http://ces16.mapyourshow.com/7_0/exhibitor/exhibitor-details.cfm?ExhID=T0010615

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) is located in Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo focuses on creating networked devices for consumer and professional users. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally for their unique connected solutions.

Cerevo has developed and released CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube using only a digital camera, SmartTrigger – a Bluetooth remote to enable the release of your digital camera shutter from your smartphone, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities and the XON series of smart sports products. These products are sold in more than 45 countries. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact
Cerevo Inc.
info-usa@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoUSA
https://twitter.com/CerevoUSA

“Unveiled” at CES 2016 – Tipron, a Transforming, Internet Connected Projection Robot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

5th January 2016, Tokyo

Tipron, a transforming, Internet connected projection robot will be exhibited at CES Unveiled from 4th January and at CES 2016 from 6th January in Las Vegas, USA

Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer electronics developer and creator, is pleased to announce Tipron, a transforming, Internet connected projection robot. Tipron will be exhibited at CES Unveiled from 4th January and at CES 2016 from 6th January in Las Vegas, USA and will be available to purchase later in 2016.

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Tipron
https://tipron.cerevo.com/

Tipron is a home robot that can automatically project an 80 inch 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 40 cm height when charging and moving, then expand to 80 cm when projecting or shooting images. Furthermore, images and video up to 1m high can be projected by adjusting the projection angle.

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Tipron’s projector unit can adjust roll, pitch and yaw and features keystone correction so you can project distortion free images and videos to any place on a wall or ceiling. The built in speaker allows you to watch videos without the need for any additional hardware.

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Tipron can move to designated places automatically and will return to it’s charging station automatically when it needs to recharge. You can use the Tipron smartphone app to move to specific locations at set times of the day. Also the app can manually remote control Tipron with the live camera video feed being streamed to your smartphone.

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Using Tipron’s built in HDCP compatible HDMI socket it is possible to connect and project video from a PC, game console, Blu-Ray player or other media device. You could also connect a wireless streaming device such as Chromecast to enable projection of internet content to any location in your home.

Tipron also features a host of internet connection features. You can register a Twitter hashtag, timeline or news and display that information at a desired location and time. For example, register a hashtag for a live sports match and Tipron can automatically move next to the TV when the sports match starts, then project the hash tagged messages on the wall. This is possible every time the sports match starts. Internet connected functions will be improved and added so various video streaming services can be used with Tipron.

Specifications (Subject to change during development)

Display size: max. 80 inch (at 3m projection distance)
Max. resolution: HD (1280×720)
Projector brightness: 250 lm
Image adjustment: keystone correction, auto focus
Projector range of movement: up/down (pitch axis) -65/+90 degrees, left/right (yaw axis) ±90 degrees, rotation (roll axis) ±90 degrees
Speaker: Monaural
Image input: HDMI (HDCP compatible)
Connection Terminal: USB (battery charging)
Wireless LAN: IEEE 802.11b/g/n
App OS Support: Android
Battery: 3000mAh
Charging time: approx. 2 hours (per battery)
Operating time: 2 hours (with 2 batteries installed)
Body size: w300mm x d340mm x h400mm (compact mode), w300mm x d330mm x h800mm (after transforming)
Weight: TBA
Equipped sensors: IR distance camera, ultrasonic obstacle sensor, video/still camera (5MP)

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

Cerevo’s CES 2016 press kit can be found at the link below.
https://s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/cerevo-share/image_ces2016.zip

About Cerevo
Cerevo Inc. (Consumer Electronic REVOlution) is located in Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan with a branch office in Redmond, WA, USA. Cerevo focuses on creating networked devices for consumer and professional users. Cerevo’s products have been recognized globally for their unique connected solutions.

Cerevo has developed and released CEREVO CAM – a digital camera with internet connectivity, the LiveShell series – devices to enable live streaming on Ustream and YouTube using only a digital camera, SmartTrigger – a Bluetooth remote to enable the release of your digital camera shutter from your smartphone, LiveWedge – a 4 input HDMI switcher with live streaming capabilities and the XON series of smart sports products. These products are sold in more than 45 countries. For more information, please visit – http://cerevo.com

Press Contact
Cerevo Inc.
info-usa@cerevo.com
https://www.facebook.com/CerevoUSA
https://twitter.com/CerevoUSA