The products have already arrived in Japan and are waiting for final completion of various procedures necessary for sales to begin. We estimate this will be completed by early September and we will be able to ship the products to those who have made orders as of 28th August.
1/8 TACHIKOMA orders will be dispatched in the order received. Due to overwhelming demand, some later order customers may receive their TACHIKOMA in late September to October. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
*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. [As of 14th August 2017]
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
Cerevo releases Android App for the smart riding recorder, XON RIDE-1
Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer electronics developer and creator, announced the new Android App for RIDE-1 today.
RIDE-1 is a smart riding recorder that features a 9 axis sensor, temperature, atmospheric pressure and brightness sensors as well as GPS. The application is compatible with Android 4.3 or later and is available today for free of charge from the link below.
RIDE-1 is Bluetooth enabled, so you can connect your bike to the Internet via your smartphone’s 3G or 4G connection and upload and save the data on the cloud service. The uploaded data can be viewed on either a PC or smartphone using a web browser, or on the companion smartphone application, making it possible to look back on past riding data and analyze it. You can also monitor data in real-time data from the built in sensors at a remote location.
The Android App that has been released today supports the equivalent features that the existing iOS App does. In addition to basic information such as riding route location and velocity, frame status such as lean and impact can be recorded by the main unit. Factors such as speed, cadence and heart-rate are also supported by connecting with existing sensors via ANT+.
About 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.
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
Cerevo begins brand awareness project at JD Crowdfunding (京东众筹), one of the largest crowdfunding platforms in China Positioning China as an important market and accelerating business development
*This document is the Japanese translation of the Chinese version news release released on July 14th local time in China
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Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, announces today that it has started a brand awareness project at “JD Crowdfunding (京东众筹)” operated by JD Finance (京东金融) as part of an acceleration of its business development in China.
Cerevo is a consumer electronics manufacturer that engages in the planning and development of a wide range of Internet-connected consumer electronics (IoT products) and currently sells its products in more than 60 countries around the world. The company has been deeply involved with China, mainly from the viewpoint of product manufacturing in the Guangdong region, and commenced full-scale sales of its products in early 2017.
Today, China is seeing extraordinary growth in start-up companies. According to a press article, there were 3.65 million companies founded in 2014, and it is reported that 10,000 companies are created per day*1 . Cerevo recognizes there are big business opportunities in China for hardware companies like itself, as data supports that both software and hardware companies are being established daily.
Over the last five years Cerevo has participated in CES®, the world’s most renowned electronics and technology trade show held each January at Las Vegas, USA. Cerevo has won CES Innovation Awards, given to consumer technology products with excellent design and engineering, for three consecutive years. At the time of the last exhibition in January 2017, Cerevo attracted much interest from Chinese related enterprises and was also featured on CCTV (China Central Television).
In April 2017 Cerevo registered the trademark “速鋭波”(fast sharp wave)” in Chinese and has expanded the sales development of its products in China. In addition to promotion towards enterprises, Cerevo will target PR and sales towards consumers in China using one of the largest crowdfunding platforms in China called JD Crowdfunding which is operated by JD Finance.
As IoT product innovation has become increasingly active in recent years, and also with sales of IoT products accelerating, China is positioned as an ideal target market for hardware companies. Cerevo has established a system for full-scale business development in China and believes it will become an important market for its products.
At JD Crowdfunding, Cerevo will introduce one of its unique products, the transforming, Internet connected projection robot, Tipron. As Tipron’s modern design and unique features bring new value to living spaces, Cerevo believes that it is the best product to achieve the objective of engaging Chinese consumers in the “experience of things (EoT)” rather than just selling products.
Cerevo seeks to expand and innovate further by creating IoT devices that follow its “Global Niche” concept in a global markets including China.
About JD Crowd Funding
JD Crowd Funding was launched on July 2014. We are the biggest crowd funding platform in China with the total fund raising achieved 4.1 billion RMB. There are 80+ projects funding raised over 10 million RMB, and 700+ projects funding raised over million RMB. The highest grossing project raised over 100 million RMB.
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
[Chinese Version of the news release will follow after this…. Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, announces today that it has started a brand awareness project at “JD Crowdfunding (京东众筹)” operated by JD Finance (京东金融) as part of an acceleration of its business development in China.
1/8 TACHIKOMA now has a new “Quadrupedal Walk” function, just like the original animation “Ghost in the Shell”
The World Tour continues with 1/8 TACHIKOMA travelling to Anime Expo (LA),
Japan Expo (Paris) and CCG Expo (Shanghai) Also get special 1/8 TACHIKOMA items at each destination!
*Description added to avoid misunderstanding – 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. [As of 14th August 2017]
Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo Japan, announces that 1/8 TACHIKOMA (Product name:攻殻機動隊 Ghost In The Shell S.A.C. TACHIKOMA 1/8 scale Moving, Talking and Synchronizing) now has an additional new function, “quadrupedal walking” just like in the original animation, “Ghost in the Shell”.
Cerevo’s TACHIKOMA, a smart toy replica of the AI robotic weapons platform that appears in the animation “Ghost in the Shell” 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.
“Oh look, Tachikoma now walks just like in the anime!”
Cerevo took extra time to add the quadrupedal walking feature in addition to the existing running on wheels feature, and also further improved the durability of TACHIKOMA. Both modes of motion can operated through the companion smartphone app, so TACHIKOMA can now can move via its wheels and walk with its legs. The walking function will be continuously enhanced with constant tune-ups by Cerevo going forward for no additional fee. Currently TACHIKOMA is scheduled to be delivered to customers from late August 2017, pre-orders will be fulfilled in order with the earliest pre-orders receiving their TACHIKOMA first.
Also Cerevo continues the special campaign “1/8 TACHIKOMA WORLD TOUR” which was started in May to celebrate its global debut and will be showing off the new walking function at major global events such as Anime Expo (Los Angeles), Japan Expo (Paris) and CCG Expo (Shanghai), extending the world tour to more cities after past events in both London and Dusseldorf.
Campaign Name: “1/8 TACHIKOMA WORLD TOUR” Period: 9:00am (CEST) 26th May – 23:59 am (PDT) 31st August 2017
[UPDATED]Schedules:
Anime Expo (LA, US) 1st July – 4th July http://www.anime-expo.orgBooth #5111 in the Premium booth, South Hall
CCG EXPO 2017 (Shanghai, China) 6th July -10th July http://www.ccgexpo.cn/Booth #B-6 with Shanghai Comicsoul Trading Co.,Ltd
15th China Joy (Shanghai, China) 27th July -30th July http://www.chinajoy.net/Booth #D304 with Hangzhou Mokoo Communication Co.,Ltd
*The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
Fans should follow or like Cerevo’s global social media accounts to get special 1/8 TACHIKOMA items on site at each location. When they post a 1/8 TACHIKOMA photo or video on social media accounts they need to include the designated hashtag #Cerevo (they can add any other related hashtag they like).
Follow/like Cerevo Global’s social media accounts (on either Instagram, Twitter or Facebook):
Receive a special 1/8 TACHIKOMA canvas tote bag x1 & clear plastic folder x1
– Make sure to follow or like Cerevo Global’s social media accounts on your identifiable social media account (anonymous/private accounts are not eligible for this campaign)
– Use the QR code to follow Cerevo’s Twitter account (QR codes for Cerevo’s Instagram and Facebook accounts are also available)
* One set (consisting of 1 clear plastic and 1 tote bag) of giveaway items per person.
* There is a maximum number of giveaways per day and they will be fulfilled on a first come first serve basis.
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
LiveShell X now natively supports YouTube Live 360-degree live streaming
Cerevo, an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer based in Tokyo, Japan, today officially released support for YouTube Live 360 degree live streaming as a pre-set menu option, this option will be available on its high end PC-less, full HD H.265 live streaming device, LiveShell X. Now YouTube Live 360-degree streaming can easily be controlled in Dashboard.
YouTube Live’s 360-degree live streaming has previously been possible with the LiveShell series, but it was necessary to adjust advanced settings in the YouTube Live management service “live control room” as well as in the LiveShell series Dashboard.
In the new update released today, a YouTube Live 360-degree live streaming menu option has been added to the LiveShell X Dashboard using the YouTube Live API, so YouTube Live 360-degree streaming can be easily controlled by simply selecting an event in Dashboard.
360-degree live streaming on YouTube using the fully spherical, 360-degree live video streaming camera RICOH R and LiveShell X has been available as “RICOH R Development Kit” in limited beta since in February 2017, and in conjunction with the LiveShell X Dashboard feature, the “RICOH R Development Kit” has been released for public use today.
Please see below for details of the RICOH R Development Kit.
RICOH R Development Kit http://ricohr.ricoh/en/
About LiveShell X
LiveShell X 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. For more information please see https://s.cerevo.com/x
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
Cerevo releases “Carry Case for LiveShell X”, a carry case designed for LiveShell X
1st June 2017
Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, will start selling a carry case designed for its PC-less live streaming device “LiveShell X” at the Official Cerevo Store starting today. The price is US$ 50.00(tax excluded).
The LiveShell X exclusive carry case allows you to carry the LiveShell X main unit and peripheral devices such as a power adapter, wireless LAN adapter and setup cables. There is also a separate compartment that can store a HDMI cable and microSD card in the top of the case, as a result you will have everything you need to connect your camera and start live streaming.
Specifications
Size
280×180×65mm (W x D x H)
Weight
363g
*Not water-resistant
*The case is specifically designed for carrying purposes. There is no guarantee of impact or shock resistance.
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
Cerevo’s Robotic Smart Desk Lamp “Lumigent” will use Alexa Voice Service (AVS)
Cerevo develops proof of concept demonstration of Alexa integration
26th May 2017
Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, announces today that its IoT products will utilize Alexa Voice Service (AVS), which allows connected devices to access Alexa’s built-in voice capabilities.
Cerevo also disclosed that Lumigent, a robotic smart desk lamp with voice recognition and transformation functions, will be Cerevo’s first product to utilize Alexa, Amazon’s cloud-based voice service. Cerevo developed proof of concept demonstration of Alexa Voice Service using Lumigent.
Lumigent recognizes words and automatically performs actions such as lighting and transformation. The main body has a movable axis with four-degree-freedom, and when not in use, it waits in a folded space-saving state. It is equipped with Wi-Fi and an autofocus 8 megapixel camera. The user can automatically capture documents and objects on their desk and save them on a microSD card or the cloud via Wi-Fi. Users can operate Lumigent’s camera with only their voice and there is no need to operate the main unit.
Lumigent plans to use Alexa Skill Kit (ASK) in addition to its original voice recognition engine to create a skill for Amazon Alexa devices such as Amazon Echo and Echo Dot. This skill will enable users to move and transform Lumigent by talking to Amazon Alexa devices.
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
Join us and to see 1/8 TACHIKOMA for yourself at events worldwide and Get special 1/8 TACHIKOMA items on site
*Description added to avoid misunderstanding – 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. [As of 14th August 2017]
Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo Japan, announces that TACHIKOMA (Product name:攻殻機動隊 Ghost In The Shell S.A.C. TACHIKOMA ⅛ scale Moving, Talking and Synchronizing) will be available for purchase in June 2017. Cerevo’s TACHIKOMA, a smart toy replica of the AI robotic weapons platform that appears in the animation “Ghost in the Shell” 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. Cerevo will start a special campaign, “1/8 TACHIKOMA WORLD TOUR” to celebrate its appearance at the major global events and the official start of the global availability.
CCG EXPO 2017 (Shanghai, China) 6th July -10th July http://www.ccgexpo.cn/ Booth #B-6 with 上海漫魂贸易有限公司
15th China Joy (Shanghai, China) 27th July -30th July http://www.chinajoy.net/ Booth #D304 with 杭州尚酷文化传播有限公司
*The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
Users can post their 1/8 TACHIKOMA photo or video on their own social media account with the hashtag #cerevo, after following Cerevo’s global social media accounts, and get special 1/8 TACHIKOMA items on site.
Photo or Video – receive a special 1/8 TACHIKOMA canvas tote bag x1
Please post on their own 1/8 TACHIKOMA photo or video on either Instagram/Twitter with the designatedhashtag #Cerevo (users can add any related hashtag they like)
Users need to post on their identifiable social media accounts (anonymous/private accounts are not eligible for this campaign)
Make sure to follow or like Cerevo Global’s social media accounts below before they post the photo/video (The post will not be eligible if users don’t follow/like Cerevo Global beforehand)
When you RT or repost an official Cerevo Global account’s post:
Receive a special 1/8 TACHIKOMA clear plastic folder x1
Please RT or repost with users’ own account on either Instagram/Twitter with the designatedhashtag #Cerevo (users can add any related hashtag they like)
Users need to post on their identifiable social media accounts (anonymous/private accounts are not eligible for this campaign)
Make sure to follow or like Cerevo Global’s social media accounts below before they RT or repost the official post (The post will not be eligible if users don’t follow/like Cerevo Global beforehand)
Applicable product : 1/8 TACHIKOMA
One giveaway item per person for the case of each of clear plastic folder and/or tote bag.
There is a maximum number of giveaways per day and they will be fulfilled on a first come first serve basis.
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
Cerevo announces development of “FlexTally”.
A wireless tally lamp system, competitively priced and easy to set up
Expanding the market for the diverse professional crews
23rd April 2017 –
Cerevo Inc., an Internet connected consumer electronics manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, announces a tally system, “FlexTally” which supports both wireless and wired connections. FlexTallyis scheduled to be available for purchase after Summer 2017 at the Official Cerevo Store as well as Amazon.com for approximately US$500.00 (the standard package contains one station unit and four lamp units). FlexTally will be exhibited at NAB Show 2017 in Las Vegas, in the United States from 24th-27th April 2017. (Cerevo Booth information at the bottom Central Hall, C1046)
The Tally Lamp System can be used for recording or live streaming with multiple cameras. Without a professional broadcasting studio camera setup, on camera performers or presenters have no way to know which of the multiple cameras is active. Using a tally lamp system, an indicator lamp called a “tally lamp” is set near the lens of each camera and the tally lamp with a pilot lamp to show which camera is active.
Currently, live video and recording using multiple cameras is often used in professional fields such as the broadcast industry, so standard tally lamp systems are expensive and in general are sold as peripheral equipment compatible with specific video switchers.
Due to the performance improvement and lower price of HD video cameras, as well as the spread of live distribution services, environments where professional quality video recording and live streaming using multiple cameras are being used is expanding. So by using FlexTally, not only professional users but also semi-professional and amatuer users have greater opportunities to develop high quality programs and broadcasts.
In 2009 Cerevo launched a device that enabled full-scale live streaming at an affordable price, CEREVO CAM supported the world’s first live streaming service Ustream and brought live streaming to a new generation of broadcasters. Since then Cerevo has been constantly developing new live streaming devices such as the LiveShell series, that can deliver HD broadcasting without using a PC and LiveWedge, a video switcher, mixer and recorder with live streaming functions.
FlexTally is a tally lamp system designed for easy operability and available at a price range that means even small studios or streaming sites can look to add it to their multi-camera setups. FlexTally can be used via either wired or wireless connections for added convenience and its built-in battery allows for portability and use in remote shooting locations.
Main features
FlexTally consists of a station unit that connects to LiveWedge and four lamp units that are to be attached to each camera. Each lamp illuminates automatically according to the LiveWedge switching operation. Built-in batteries in the lamps eliminate the need for multiple power cables.
It uses the 433MHz wireless which is resistant to obstaclesand interference from other wireless signals, so a communication distance of 100m or greater can be achieved. The wired connection uses a standard RS-485 serial connection, so it is possible use cables several hundred meters in length without issues. In addition, it is also possible to daisy chain connections through terminal blocks ), enabling even longer connections as needed.
If you use FlexTally in combination with Cerevo’s live streaming switcher LiveWedge, no advanced setup is required and users can easily complete installation without special knowledge of video equipment or network connections. In addition, FlexTally is compatible with other brands’ switchers, as well as Cerevo’s own LiveWedge switcher.* FlexTally uses high brightness LEDs and the 6 hour battery life of each lamp unit means it can be used outdoors in remote shooting locations where power may not be readily available. Also extra lamps can be added, making it possible to connect up to 32 lamp units to one station. Cerevo plans to make available lamps for purchase separately.
* Blackmagic Design’s switchers will be supported.
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
